National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center
Annapolis, MD
Assistant Director of Education and Outreach
The National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center
(www.SESYNC.org) located in Annapolis, Maryland
is a new think-tank type research center funded
by the National Science Foundation through the
University of Maryland. SESYNC is devoted to
promoting interdisciplinary synthesis research on
the sustainability of coupled human-natural
systems, and is seeking a candidate to provide
support and leadership for its education and outreach activities.
The successful candidate will work on a variety of activities, including:
Activities designed to engage non-scientists
in environmental research and education on coupled human-natural systems.
Contribute to the development and
implementation of diverse outreach efforts
including ones targeting policy makers and business leaders.
Provide leadership and logistical support for workshop and workgroups.
Help track and facilitate communications and
education activities among SESYNC leadership, fellows, and students.
Work with SESYNC leadership to prepare
written materials and presentations for education and outreach.
Provide general support to program activities
and activities by visiting scholars.
A Ph.D. that has included training or experience
in education and outreach programs is required;
Preference for candidates with training or strong
interest in environmental science or a social
science relevant to human-environment interactions.
The successful candidate must have an interest in
socio-environmental issues, possess excellent
written and verbal skills, and have strong
organizational abilities. A professional demeanor
and ability to work with a variety of individuals
from different disciplines in an office setting is a must.
To Apply: Preference will be given to
applications received by April 27, 2012. Please
email a CV and the names and email addresses of
three references to:
<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected].
Salary based on experience.
The University of Maryland actively subscribes to
a policy of equal employment opportunity, and
will not discriminate against any employee or
applicant because of race, age, gender, color,
sexual orientation, physical or mental
disability, religion, national origin, or
political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
