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JOB OPENING Center for Cooperation in Research and
Education (CORE)
Project Coordinator I
We are currently seeking candidates with a
background in Educational Research with an emphasis on natural sciences or
technology. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: The CORE Project Coordinator,
funded by the National Science Foundation, is a 24-month grant-funded position
(with possibility of continuation based on funding) supporting the development
and implementation of: SeaTech: Underserved Teens Hooked on Ocean Science.
The project will develop workplace
and technology competencies for 8th and 9th grade
students at the Capistrano Boys & Girls Club. Each year, up to 120 students will
participate in weekly programs at the Club, Ocean Institute, Scripps Institution
of Oceanography or one of our technology partners. The project also offers a two-week
summer institute, where students learn skills necessary to be effective
contributors to Scripps’ Marine Mammal Bioacoustics Laboratory. The CORE Project Coordinator will
assist with general administrative support for the project including but not
limited to: writing and editing curriculum, maintaining progress reports;
teaching programs, purchasing/procuring; developing correspondences;
scheduling, testing and evaluating new program components; developing positive
interactions with other Ocean Institute departments. RESPONSIBILITIES: ·
Provide
logistic and administrative support for the SeaTech
Program funded by the National Science Foundation. ·
Assist
with the development, testing and implementation of a 2-year workplace and
technology training program for 8th-9th graders using bioacoustics as the theme. ·
Coordinate
communications, planning, and instructional programs between all SeaTech partners. ·
Serve as primary
OI liaison with Capistrano Boys & Girls Club REQUIREMENTS: BA or BS
in a natural science. Demonstrated competence in writing and
communication. Strong human relations skills. Ability to work
independently and maintain high standard of excellence in task completion. Strong plus: Experience developing educational
curriculum, content familiarity with marine mammals and/or bioacoustics; desire
to work with underrepresented youths in an after school free-choice environment
(Boys & Girls Clubs); experience in project administration or
management. Computer Skills Required: Please see our website www.ocean-institute.org for
additional information on the Institute. Fax or e-mail resume and cover
letter to (949) 248-5557 attn: Sincerely, Ocean Institute Public Programs Manager, Cooperation
in Research and Education (949) 496-2274 ext. 337 |
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