Thorlabs
Photonics Learning Specialist II
$69K–$86K
Newton, New Jersey · Full-time · Posted Sep 3, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years in each of: photonics lab work, STEM student education, and technical presentations.
- Education
- Bachelor’s required; master’s or Ph.D. in a Photonics-related field preferred.
About the job
Coordinates and delivers photonics education events in person and virtually, while improving learning materials, demonstrations, and educational outreach.
What you'll do
- Coordinate, teach, and support photonics learning events, including preparing equipment and materials and training support staff.
- Develop and update courses, demonstrations, and educational content with internal experts and Marketing; gather participant feedback.
- Build institutional relationships, expand educational outreach, and track and report event KPIs.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of experience working in a photonics lab.
- 5+ years of experience educating STEM students.
- 5+ years of experience providing technical presentations.
- Fluent in English and Spanish; able to present scientific concepts in both languages.
Nice to have
- Master’s or Ph.D. in a Photonics-related field.
Pay
$69,000 - $ 86,000 annually (USD, base salary)
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