The Division of Educational Outreach at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a part-time instructor to teach in the UNLV GS-0401 Educational Program. Students are federal wildland fire management personnel from the western US who enroll in eight intensive two-week courses over a nine month period. Courses include Introductory Biology I and II, Principles of Ecology, Plant Ecology, Conservation Biology, Biogeography, Field Ecology and Ecosystem Management.
We are currently seeking candidates to teach the Principles of Ecology course during November 29-December 10, 2010. The course is arranged around Molles’ ‘Ecology: Concepts and Applications’ text. Classes are scheduled for 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Candidates who have both a Ph.D. in biology or a closely related discipline and prior teaching experience are preferred. Those who have earned an M.S. in biology or closely related discipline plus have extensive teaching experience will also be considered. Previous work with federal land agencies is advantageous. The salary is $5,500 for the ten day course. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy relevant to the GS-0401 Educational Program, a brief statement summarizing the candidate’s research interests, and contact information for three professional references (at least one of whom is a previous supervisor). Email materials in PDF format to [email protected]. Review of application materials will begin on August 23, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. For further information, please review http://www.blm.gov/nifc/st/en/prog/fire/training/fire_training/training_prog rams/unlv.html. Questions can be directed to Dr. Vanier. UNLV is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.
