Moderator Vacancies: 2024

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Do you love STEM, do you love being online? If so, I (Emily) invite you to join our team of dedicated online moderators, guiding students through the captivating world of STEM.

This is an opportunity to engage with curious young minds while contributing to their educational journey in a meaningful way.

I’m a Scientist, Get me out of here! is a platform for students aged 10 to 18 to interact with real STEM professionals through text-based chats. As an online moderator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that these interactions are informative, respectful, and enjoyable for all participants.

Position: Online Moderator
Location: Remote (work comfortably from your own space)
Duration: Specifically 11-15 March 2024, but from March onwards (potential for ongoing involvement)
Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm GMT (flexibility required, occasional evening shifts)
Pay: £11.25/hr


Your Responsibilities Include:

  • Checking, keywording and approving questions
  • Logging and keeping track of questions, comments and dialogue
  • Checking the site for inappropriate content
  • Moderating Chats
  • Helping to run the site


Things we think will help you in the role:

  • Great attention to detail
  • You’re bright, thoughtful, and pick stuff up easily 
  • You have an interest in STEM
  • You enjoy being online and maybe already have experience in an online community
  • You know what WordPress is and – better yet – you might know how to use it
  • You’re ready to work from home with a reliable broadband connection
  • You’re flexible around the hours specified
  • You are DBS checked and registered with the update service — see details on the GOV.UK website –
    • OR you’re happy for us to request a DBS check for you should your application be successful

How to Apply:

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If you’re ready to contribute your expertise, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to me (Emily) at emily@mangorol.la by 4pm on Friday 9 February 2024.

Please let me know why you’re qualified for this role, why you’d like to do it, and your availability beyond the specified dates.

Note: This role offers potential for continued engagement beyond the initial period. Let me know if you’re interested in long-term involvement, in your application.

Posted on January 30, 2024 by modemily in Uncategorized. Tagged . Comments Off on Moderator Vacancies: 2024