Postdoc: Active-Learning for Environmental Systems

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 62,232 - 88,745; Full time

Job summary

A research institute in Ithaca is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to develop and implement active-learning strategies that enhance systems-thinking in the Environment & Sustainability curriculum. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in natural resources or a related field and demonstrates experience in teaching pedagogy, particularly with active-learning methods. This full-time position offers opportunities for collaboration and innovative educational approaches, with an initial appointment of one year and potential for renewal based on performance.

Qualifications

• PhD in natural resources, environmental sciences, or related field required.
• Experience with active-learning teaching methods useful.
• Research interests in social-ecological systems encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement active-learning pedagogy for systems-thinking.
• Collaborate with faculty to design assessments.
• Support curriculum development in Environment & Sustainability.

Skills

Teaching and pedagogy expertise

Active-learning approaches

Interest in pedagogy research

Complex systems theory

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Innovative learning approaches

Education

PhD in natural resources or related field

Job description

A research institute in Ithaca is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to develop and implement active-learning strategies that enhance systems-thinking in the Environment & Sustainability curriculum. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in natural resources or a related field and demonstrates experience in teaching pedagogy, particularly with active-learning methods. This full-time position offers opportunities for collaboration and innovative educational approaches, with an initial appointment of one year and potential for renewal based on performance.