Biodiversity Outreach Graduate Assistant (Tuition Sponsorship)

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Tuition sponsorship up to 9 credits

Zusammenfassung

The University of Kansas Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum (BI/NHM) seeks a Graduate Assistant for Biodiversity Outreach to develop engaging activities for museum visitors and coordinate resources. A valid driver’s license is required for travel to offsite programs.

The GA will assist with professional development and evaluation, and may support other education/outreach projects during the summer. KU graduate enrollment is required.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in a KU graduate degree program with at least six graduate hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (biology, geology, biological anthropology, biology education, or related).
• Science teaching or facilitation experience as evidenced by materials.
• Excellent communication skills as evidenced by materials and interview.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license required to travel to offsite programs.

Aufgaben

• Create engaging science experiences for visitors to the BI/NHM.
• Coordinate program logistics, setup, and recruit volunteers where needed.
• Participate in professional development and evaluation activities.
• Assist with other education/outreach projects and duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Teaching experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Valid driver’s license

Ausbildung

Graduate degree program enrollment

Bachelor’s degree in biology/geology/anthropology/related field

Jobbeschreibung

The University of Kansas Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum (BI/NHM) seeks a Graduate Assistant for Biodiversity Outreach to develop engaging activities for museum visitors and coordinate resources. A valid driver’s license is required for travel to offsite programs.

The GA will assist with professional development and evaluation, and may support other education/outreach projects during the summer. KU graduate enrollment is required.