Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.
Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.
TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.
PRIMARYFUNCTION
The Education Program Specialist position supports TRIUMF’s Education and Student ProgramsGroup by developing, coordinating,implementing and delivering programs relatedto this functionThis position supports TRIUMF’s strategic goals to be a hub for interdisciplinary education and training, expanding access to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) training and educational opportunities, and building Canada’s talent pipeline with a focus advancing organizational equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) objectives
RESPONSIBILITES
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
Strong project management and organizational skills, including planning, scheduling, and execution.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible learning content.
Advancedknowledge of data collection, analysis, and evaluation methodologies used in adult education/learning and demonstrated ability to apply these for education program development and review
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Familiarity with and experienceeducation technologies, learning platforms, and digital communication tools.
Flexible, proactive, and adaptive - able to manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment.
Experience working with diverse populations and applying EDI-centred practices in program delivery.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ANDEXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design,Educational Technology, or similar degree Advanced degree or certification in these areas is an asset.
Other bachelor degrees can be accepted if also combined with a certification in Education
5+years of program coordination or educational services experience, ideally within science, research, or higher education.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing learning programs or student services.
A background or interest in science would be an asset to this role.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Salary $92,905 CAD plus our comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan
Position type:
Permanent
Hours per week:
35
At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.
Benefits Information:
May 02, 2026
Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.
https://www.discoverourlab.triumf.ca
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Contact information:
Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.
Established in 1968 in Vancouver, TRIUMF is Canada’s particle accelerator centre. The lab is a hub for discovery and innovation inspired by a half-century of ingenuity in answering some of nature's most challenging questions. From the hunt for the smallest particles in the universe to the development of new technologies, TRIUMF is pushing frontiers in research, while training the next generation of leaders in science, medicine, and business.
Powered by its complement of top talent and advanced accelerator infrastructure, TRIUMF is pushing the frontiers in isotope science and innovation, as well as technologies to address fundamental and applied problems in particle and nuclear physics, and the materials and life sciences.
In collaboration with Canadian universities from coast to coast, TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations.
Our passion for understanding everything from the nature of the nucleus to the creation of the cosmos sparks imagination, inspiration, improved health, economic opportunity, and a better world for all.
From its diversity, cutting-edge research, and world-class facilities, to its competitive benefits package and stunning location, TRIUMF is a great place to work.
