Our Team
Join Us
Backyard Brains is always on the lookout for passionate individuals who share our mission of democratizing neuroscience education. Whether you are an educator, scientist, engineer, or someone enthusiastic about making science accessible to all, we have opportunities for you.
Current Opportunities
We offer various roles in different departments, including:
- Education: Help develop and deliver engaging neuroscience lessons and workshops.
- Research and Development: Innovate and improve our existing products or create new ones.
- Marketing and Sales: Spread the word about our mission and products to schools, museums, and the general public.
- Customer Support: Assist our customers with inquiries and provide technical support for our products.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team, please follow these steps:
- Fill Out the Application Form: Complete the online application form with your contact information, resume, and a cover letter explaining why you want to join Backyard Brains and how you can contribute to our mission.
- Reviewing: After filling out the form, submit your application. Our team will review it and get back to you within 2-3 weeks.
- Interview Process: If your application meets our needs, we will contact you to schedule an initial interview. This may be followed by additional interviews or assessments, depending on the position.
- Join Our Team: Successful candidates will receive an offer letter with details about the position, compensation, and other relevant information. Welcome aboard!
Contact Us
For any questions about the application process or our current openings, please contact us at:
- Email: hello@backyardbrains.com
- Phone: +1 (855) GET-SPIKES (855-438-7745)
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to the Backyard Brains family!
Application Form
Tell us about yourself and attach your résumé. Fields marked with an asterisk are required.
We also offer volunteer and internship opportunities for students and individuals looking to gain experience in neuroscience education and outreach. If you are interested, applications open in
- Email: hello@backyardbrains.com
- Phone: +1 (855) GET-SPIKES (855-438-7745)
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to the Backyard Brains family!
Details
- Duration: 1-6 months.
- Objective: Develop and publish a new lesson plan
- Housing: Not provided; local applicants are preferred
How to Apply
- Fill Out the Scholarship Application Form: Complete the online application form with your contact information, resume, a cover letter explaining your research interests, and how you plan to contribute to Backyard Brains.
- Submit Your Application: After filling out the form, submit your application. Our team will review it and get back to you within 2-3 weeks.
- Interview Process: If your application meets our needs, we will contact you to schedule an initial interview. This may be followed by additional interviews or assessments, depending on the position.
- Join Our Team: Successful candidates will receive an offer letter with details about the scholarship, compensation, and other relevant information. Welcome aboard!
We also offer summer research fellowships for undergraduate students interested in neuroscience. This program allows students to gain hands-on research experience and contribute to meaningful projects at Backyard Brains.
Details
- Duration: Summer (exact dates to be determined)
- Objective: Conduct research and develop educational materials
- Housing: Not provided; local applicants are preferred
How to Apply
- Fill Out the Fellowship Application Form: Complete the online application form with your contact information, resume, and a brief statement of interest. Applications are currently closed but will be available each February for the following summer fellowships.
Contact Us
- Email: hello@backyardbrains.com
- Phone: +1 (855) GET-SPIKES (855-438-7745)
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to the Backyard Brains family!