Learning Associate (Mentorship)
The Learning Associate (Mentorship) leads the design, delivery, and evaluation of Science Gallery Bengaluru’s mentorship and informal learning programmes. The role is responsible for nurturing young adults through the Experimentor, Mediator, internship, and externship programmes by designing meaningful learning experiences, coordinating training, and providing ongoing mentorship.
The role works collaboratively across teams to develop participant-led programming, create and disseminate learning resources, facilitate educator engagement, and strengthen the impact of Science Gallery Bengaluru's learning initiatives through evaluation, documentation, and cross-institutional partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
1. Mentorship (Non-formal) Programme Design and Delivery
Design, deliver and monitor Science Gallery Bengaluru's non-formal mentorship programmes, including the Experimentor Programme, Mediator Programme, internships, and externships.
Develop learning pathways and training programmes that enable participants to engage deeply with exhibitions, research, and public engagement.
Plan and coordinate training with artists, researchers, scholars, and internal teams.
Create and curate training resources and internal learning materials.
Provide day-to-day management, coaching, and one-to-one mentorship to Experimentors.
Coordinate the delivery of the Postgraduate Certificate in Science Public Engagement with the University of Glasgow.
Foster an engaged alumni network through continued learning, mentoring, and participation opportunities.
2. Informal Learning Programme Delivery
Coordinate the delivery of informal learning programmes, including Student Learning Experiences (SLEs), Summer Schools, and other public learning initiatives.
Work with Experimentors and Mediators to facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.
Collaborate with the Learning and Programmes teams to plan and deliver interdisciplinary learning programmes.
Coordinate programme logistics, participant communication, and documentation.
3. Experimentor–Mediator Programming
Mentor Experimentors and Mediators to design and facilitate exhibition walkthroughs, themed tours, workshops, and other participant-led engagement formats.
Coordinate with the Programmes Team to deliver public programmes, events, and workshops involving Experimentors and Mediators.
Support participant-led experimentation and the development of new public engagement formats.
Work with the Editorial Team to mentor participants in developing blogs, reflective writing, and other public-facing content.
4. Learning Resources and Educator Engagement
Mentor Experimentors in developing learning resources, including Activity Handbooks, Exhibition-in-a-Box, Open Courseware modules, facilitator guides, and educational collateral.
Collaborate with the Learning Team to design and deliver educator workshops and professional learning programmes.
Plan and deliver outreach initiatives with Experimentors and Mediators to disseminate Science Gallery Bengaluru's learning resources.
Review and continuously improve learning resources based on feedback and evaluation.
5. Cross-team Collaboration and Coordination
Coordinate with the Production Team on exhibition readiness, maintenance, and participant training.
Work with the Editorial and Publications Team to develop learning and training content.
Collaborate with the Communications Team to showcase mentorship programmes and participant work across digital platforms.
Partner with the Programmes Team on the planning and delivery of public programmes and events.
Liaise with the Administration and Operations teams on HR processes, participant onboarding, scheduling, procurement, and programme logistics.
Contribute to effective cross-functional planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of Science Gallery Bengaluru's learning initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate the impact of mentorship and learning programmes by collecting, analysing, and synthesising qualitative and quantitative data to inform programme design and organisational learning.
Document and communicate learning initiatives through reports, case studies, grant proposals, publications, and other written outputs that support knowledge-sharing, partnerships, and organisational priorities.
Person Specification
Essential
Candidate must have 4 to 6 years of Experience.
Bachelor's degree in Education, Humanities, Natural or Social Sciences, Design, or a related discipline.
Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and work effectively with young adults.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop learning resources, reports, and programme documentation.
Demonstrated experience in designing, coordinating, or facilitating learning programmes, workshops, or mentorship initiatives.
Interest in inquiry-based learning and public engagement at the intersection of science, technology, art, design, and society.
Experience working with educators, students, or young adults in formal or non-formal learning environments.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
Familiarity with programme monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment methodologies.
Experience using design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva, or similar softwares.
Ability to read and write Kannada.
Job Title Learning Associate (Mentorship)
Nature of Employment Full-time, Probation - 6 months
Reporting to Learning Manager
Location Science Gallery Bengaluru, Bellary Road (next to IVRI)
Work Hours Wednesday to Sunday; we are a small team of an institution in the establishment phase and therefore looking for people who are able to work flexibly. Late-nights, holiday and weekend work may be required.
Applying for the post:
To apply, please send an email to jobs@bengaluru.sciencegallery.com
The subject line of the email must carry the job title to which you are applying.
Please attach (1) a resume and (2) a brief covering letter stating your suitability for the position, keeping in mind the specifications mentioned above. Emails not adhering to the above specifications will be rejected.
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Response
All applications will be considered with respect to the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Personal enquiries on application status will not be entertained. No feedback will be provided at any
stage of the application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted via email.