Online Marine Conservation Lecturer & Academic Coordinator

University of Miami Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami invites applications for a Lecturer and academic coordinator to lead a hybrid online Marine Conservation track within the Master of Professional Science program. The role includes online teaching, course development, and remote student mentoring, with a focus on industry-relevant training and public outreach.

The candidate will advise graduate students online, serve on MPS committees, and help with internships and job placement while maintaining connections with national

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in marine conservation science or closely-related field is required.
• Experience teaching at the university level, especially online formats.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present to the public via media/social platforms.
• Established professional connections with academic institutions, NGOs, and government entities.

Responsibilities

• Remotely advise and mentor graduate students (enrollment, matriculation, placement).
• Teach existing online graduate courses and develop new online courses in marine conservation, science communication, and marine management/policy.
• Serve on or chair MPS committees and assist with internship and post-graduation job placement.
• Coordinate the online hybrid Marine Conservation Track and keep it aligned with industry needs.

Skills

Online teaching

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Public speaking

Industry outreach

Education

Ph.D. in marine conservation science

Tools

LMS / online teaching platforms

Video conferencing

Job description

University of Miami invites applications for a Lecturer and academic coordinator to lead a hybrid online Marine Conservation track within the Master of Professional Science program. The role includes online teaching, course development, and remote student mentoring, with a focus on industry-relevant training and public outreach.

The candidate will advise graduate students online, serve on MPS committees, and help with internships and job placement while maintaining connections with national