Job Opportunities


  • Aquarium Manager

    The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Aquarist professional to advance the organization’s mission of supporting a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island. 


    The Aquarium Manager will play a crucial role in our organization's growth and success and will serve as the public face of the MMA marine science initiatives. The successful candidate will run the day-to-day aquarium operations, manage interns and volunteers, lead and supervise all marine husbandry, and lead educational experiences. They will also be responsible for cultivating relationships with constituents and the public at large. 


    This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and provides a unique opportunity to learn about managing a popular public aquarium, grow leadership skills, and build relationships with the Nantucket marine science community. 


    Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references to the MMA’s Director of Science and Programming, Jónelle Gurley at lfreedman@mariamitchell.org 


    Application Deadline: Rolling until filled

  • Camp & Youth Engagement Coordinator

    The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Camp & Youth Engagement Coordinator to advance the organization’s mission of supporting a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island. 


    The Camp & Youth Engagement Coordinator at the Maria Mitchell Association will be an integral part of our team, serving as the secondary point of contact for our Discovery Camp program, as well as planning, coordinating and facilitating educational summer camp programs in addition to youth engagement programs. 


    The Camp & Youth Engagement Coordinator is a key member of the programs and education team, responsible for serving as the secondary point of contact for our Discovery Camp program as well as planning, coordinating and facilitating educational summer camp programs in addition to youth engagement programs. This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with campers, families, and the community at large. They will also provide waterfront supervision and serve as the primary lifeguard during waterfront activities.  


    Duties also include staff training, daily operations management, supervision, and instructional support. This position offers a unique opportunity to foster and maintain relationships with campers, families and the community at large as well as develop and continue community and youth engagement after-school and special programs. 


    Application Instructions: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references to the MMA’s Director of Camp and Youth Engagement, William Evans at wevans@mariamitchell.org


    Application Deadline: Rolling until filled

  • Education and Youth Engagement Manager

    The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Education and Youth Engagement Manager to advance the organization’s mission of supporting a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island. 


    The experienced Education and Youth Engagement Manager at the MMA will be an integral part of our team, serving as the point of contact for our Discovery Camp program as well as planning, coordinating, and facilitating educational summer camp programs in addition to year-round youth engagement programs. 


    The Education and Youth Engagement Manager is a key member of the programs and education team, responsible for serving as the point of contact for our Discovery Camp program, as well as planning, developing, coordinating and facilitating educational summer camp programs, in addition to year-round youth engagement programs. This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal and management skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with campers, families, and the community at-large. 


    Duties also include staff training, daily operations management, supervision, and instructional support. This position offers a unique opportunity to establish and maintain relationships with campers, families, and the community at-large, as well as to develop and continue community and youth engagement through after-school and special programs. 


    Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references to the MMA’s Director of Science and Programs, Jónelle Gurley, at lfreedman@mariamitchell.org


    Application Deadline: Rolling until filled

  • Environmental Monitoring Buoy Technician

    The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Environmental Monitoring Buoy Technician to advance the organization’s mission of supporting a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island.  


    The experienced Environmental Monitoring Buoy Technician at the MMA will be an integral part of our team, serving as the point of contact for our Environmental Monitoring Buoy ensuring reliable operation of the buoy system throughout the monitoring season. The technician will also be on call during inclement weather or system alerts to check on and secure buoy equipment as needed. The position ensures that MMA’s buoy operations meet NECAN/NERACOOS QA/QC standards for calibration, documentation, and maintenance. 


    Duties potentially include, for the qualified candidate, staff training and leading educational programming centered around the Environmental Monitoring Buoy. This position offers a unique opportunity to establish and maintain relationships with collaborative organizations as well as to develop and continue community and youth engagement through special programs. 

    Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references to the MMA’s Director of Science and Programs, Jónelle Gurley, at lfreedman@mariamitchell.org


    Application Deadline: Rolling until filled



Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.


The Maria Mitchell Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.