STEM Project Specialist

Battelle•Columbus, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a STEM Project Specialist . This position is located in Ohio. The STEM Project Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a portfolio of grant-funded STEM education initiatives across Ohio. This role works closely with Education Service Centers (ESCs), school districts, higher education, and industry partners to ensure high-quality implementation, compliance, and impact across multiple projects. The Specialist will play a key role in managing the Bridge to STEM program and supporting additional STEM initiatives as assigned, contributing to statewide efforts that strengthen STEM teaching, learning, and workforce alignment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM, business, project management, public administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience supporting grant-funded programs, education initiatives, or multi-partner projects.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; comfort working with educators and regional partners.
Detail-oriented with the ability to track tasks, documentation, and reporting requirements.
Passion for STEM education, educator support, and statewide impact.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the state and national landscape of STEM and/or computer science education preferred.
Prefer candidate with 2+ years of experience organizing projects or events.

Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day management of a full grant portfolio serving Education Service Centers (ESCs) and regional partners throughout Ohio.
Coordinate implementation of the Bridge to STEM program, including partner communication, timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
Serve as a liaison between Battelle Education, ESCs, educators, and project partners to ensure clarity, alignment, and consistent communication.
Track project milestones, budgets, and grant requirements to support compliance and effective use of funds.
Assist with data collection, documentation, and reporting to support grant monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
Contribute to planning and execution of professional learning, meetings, convenings, and events associated with funded programs.
Collaborate with internal teams (program, communications, finance) to support coordinated delivery of STEM initiatives.
Provide general project management support across additional STEM education initiatives and strategic priorities as assigned.

Benefits

Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities