Program Assistant, (SAGE Center)
California Academy of Sciences · California Academy of Sciences
Posted 21 days ago · $35.78- $37.23
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 21 days California Academy of Sciences's roles stay open a median of 66 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 75% of California Academy of Sciences's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at California Academy of Sciences
- high 10 stale, 0 reposted of 16 open
- Hiring momentum
- 24 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from California Academy of Sciences's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for California Academy of Sciences.
About this role
The Program Assistant at the California Academy of Sciences will support the SAGE Center, focusing on integrating Indigenous and Western scientific methods for community science initiatives. Responsibilities include project coordination, managing partnerships with Indigenous communities, organizing events, and assisting with administrative tasks related to research and outreach. The role requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders to promote ecocultural restoration and resilience.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of California Academy of Sciences as an employer.
What you need
- Experience in project planning and program administration
- Experience working in research and/or formal or informal science education
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage program timelines
- Demonstrated commitment to community-driven research and collaboration with Indigenous communities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (social or natural sciences, education)
- Knowledge of Indigenous communities and human-nature connections
- Experience with ethical metadata project practices
What you get
- Salary range of $35.78- $37.23
- Comprehensive benefits based on hours worked
- Hybrid work schedule with three days onsite and two days remote
Worth weighing
- Temporary position for three years with possibility of extension
- Candidates must be up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment
- Role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Position is part of a bargaining unit represented by Cal Academy Workers United
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Listed by California Academy of Sciences on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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