[ECOLOG-L] CUBA FIELD INSTRUCTOR NEEDED

[Jenifer Thompson (jeni...@wildlandsstudies.com)]

Position Announcement

Lead Field Instructor, Marine Ecology and Island Biogeography of Cuba

Description

Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs,
Wildlands Studies seeks a candidate holding a MS or PhD to be the Lead
Instructor for our field program in Cuba. Students consistently report that
their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to their
on-campus classwork and "changed their lives". Wildlands Studies instructors
enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach in the
field while engaging students in active research. 

 

The Lead Instructor will direct students on academically rigorous,
wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of
Cuba. Openings available April - June 2018 and the 2018 - 2019 academic
year. Students earn 15 quarter credits for three field classes covering
Environmental Studies, Field Research Practices, and Environment and
Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for on-going seminars, lectures,
instruction, guided field work and field methods, and assessment of all
student work, as well as group dynamics and the overall well-being of
participants. Compensation competitive.

 

Requirements

Knowledge and experience of field study in Cuba required. Applicants must
have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have
experience leading field study projects, preferably in Cuba, experience
teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division
environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience,
understanding and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the
group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study. 

 

Application Process

Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of
program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with
course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal.  WS
staff will work with applicants on formal proposals.  Locations and projects
that include wildlife study preferred.  Check http://
 www.wildlandsstudies.com for details.
Application materials to  
positi...@wildlandsstudies.com.

 

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] AUSTRALIA FIELD INSTRUCTOR NEEDED

[Jenifer Thompson (jeni...@wildlandsstudies.com)]

 

Position Announcement

Lead Field Instructor, Tropical Reefs and Rainforests of Australia


Description

Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs,
Wildlands Studies seeks a candidate holding a MS or PhD to be the Lead
Instructor for our field program in Australia. Students consistently report
that their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to their
on-campus classes and "changed their lives". Wildlands Studies instructors
enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach in the
field while engaging students in active research. 

 

The Lead Instructor will direct students on academically rigorous,
wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of
Australia for sessions April - June 2018, with the possibility of repeating
the class in the 2018 - 2019 academic year. Students earn 15 quarter credits
for three field classes covering Environmental Studies, Field Research
Practices, and Environment and Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for
on-going seminars, lectures, instruction, guided field work and field
methods, and assessment of all student work, as well as group dynamics and
the overall well-being of participants. Compensation competitive.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience of field study in Australia required. Applicants
must have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have
experience leading field study projects, preferably in Australia, experience
teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division
environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience,
understanding and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the
group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study. 

 

Application Process

Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of
program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with
course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal.  WS
staff will work with applicants on formal proposals.  Locations and projects
that include wildlife study preferred.  Check http://
 www.wildlandsstudies.com for details.
Application materials to  
positi...@wildlandsstudies.com.

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] NEW ZEALAND FIELD INSTRUCTOR NEEDED

[Jenifer Thompson (jeni...@wildlandsstudies.com)]

 

Position Announcement

Lead Field Instructor, Island Biogeography of New Zealand

Description

Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs,
Wildlands Studies seeks a candidate holding a MS or PhD to be the Lead
Instructor for our field program in New Zealand. Students consistently
report that their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to
their on-campus classes and "changed their lives." Wildlands Studies
instructors enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach
in the field while engaging students in active research. 

The Lead Instructor will direct students on academically rigorous,
wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of
New Zealand for April - June 2018, with the possibility of repeating the
class in the 2018 - 2019 academic year. Students earn 15 quarter credits for
three field classes covering Environmental Studies, Field Research
Practices, and Environment and Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for
on-going seminars, lectures, instruction, guided field work and field
methods, and assessment of all student work, as well as group dynamics and
the overall well-being of participants. Compensation is competitive.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience of field study in New Zealand required. Applicants
must have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have
experience leading field study projects, preferably in New Zealand,
experience teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division
environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience,
understanding and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the
group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study.

Application Process

Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of
program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with
course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal.  WS
staff will work with applicants on formal proposals.  Locations and projects
that include wildlife study preferred.  Check http://
 www.wildlandsstudies.com for details.
Application materials to  
positi...@wildlandsstudies.com.