HARVARD FOREST – HARVARD UNIVERSITY
PETERSHAM, MASSACHUSETTS
2015 SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM IN ECOLOGY
ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR/RESIDENT ADVISOR
(13-week position available beginning May 18, 2015)
For thirteen weeks in May-August 2015, twenty college-age students will
join dozens of visiting and staff scientists at Harvard Forest in
researching the effects of natural and human disturbances on forest
ecosystems. The Program Assistant works closely with the Summer Program
Coordinator in organizing the various educational components to the summer
program. S/he provides information, advising, support and discipline
required to create a hospitable academic work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities (work under the supervision of the Summer
Program Coordinator)
Assistant Program Coordinator
Assist with student arrival and orientation (May 25th and 26th)
Inform students of Harvard Forest activities, policies, and expectations
Coordinate weekly (x2) evening workshops and seminars
Update and maintain summer student blog
(http://harvardforestreu.blogspot.com/)
Work with Summer Program Coordinator to resolve student issues
Organize Summer Student Symposium in early-August
Work on various tasks as needed to facilitate administrative and research
projects
Resident Advisor
Responsible for day-to-day activities related to the successful operation
of a student residence
Hold weekly house meetings
Plan, organize, and direct student committees (recycling, social
activities, etc.)
Serve as advisor to student on matters concerning community development,
conflict resolution and counseling
Required Skills, Training and Experience
Excellent listening, negotiation, organizational, and problem solving
skills required
Strong communication (verbal and written), organizational, telephone, and
computer skills
Work independently with moderate supervision
Comfortable with performing a variety of tasks simultaneously
Previous experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse
population preferred
Time Commitment and Compensation
Compensation is $13.90/hour for 40 hours per week for 13 weeks (May 18 to
August 14, 2015). The assistant has a private room, shared office space
with computer and access to Forest vehicles. The position requires on
site residence (room and board provided) with weeknight and weekend work.
Application
Please send a cover letter, resume and contact information for three
references to the address below. Applications will be accepted until the
position is filled. Additional information about Harvard Forest and the
summer program is available at http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu.
For questions, please contact:
Manisha V. Patel, Summer Program Coordinator
Harvard Forest
324 N. Main Street
Petersham, MA 01366
[email protected]
NO PHONE CALLS, please.
