Graduate Course Coordinator, Tropical Biology: An Ecological Approach Organization for Tropical Studies
Position: The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) seeks a course coordinator for the upcoming English language graduate course "Tropical Ecology: an Ecological Approach". This course will be offered in Costa Rica from 7 June 2009 to 29 July 2009 and another edition will be offered from 20 January to 16 March 2010. OTS will consider applications from individuals interested in teaching only the 2009 course, as well as from individuals interested in committing to both the 2009 and 2010 courses. Qualifications: Ph.D. in biology, ecology, conservation biology or a related field. Professional experience in teaching field biology Professional experience in supervision of graduate field research. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Previous experience with OTS field teaching methods and especially this course Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable Because of the nature of the position, OTS is searching for a PhD level person with prior OTS course experience, especially this specific course. We welcome applications from former students, former resource people, and past coordinators, co-coordinators or TAs. OTS delegates who would be interested in leading the course are also welcome to apply. Coordinator responsibilities are not limited to during-course activities but also include pre- and post-course responsibilities such as selecting students, inviting resource people, designing the academic content of the course, and post-course wrap-up. Priority Application Date: September 20, 2008 Applications will be reviewed after the date above on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply: send résumé or CV with cover letter detailing your prior experience with OTS and other field based courses, graduate level teaching experience, statement of teaching philosophy, your research interests, and list of references to the Graduate Program Coordinator, Organization for Tropical Studies, Apartado 676-2050, San Pedro, San Jose, Costa Rica. Applications may also be sent electronically to blewis @ ots.ac.cr OTS is an equal opportunity employer.
