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Canyon Project Coordinator (Full-Time, Temporary)

Employer
San Diego Natural History Museum
Location
San Diego Natural History Museum
Closing date
Oct 22, 2020

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Discipline
Natural history, Other
Job Type
Other
Organization Type
Nonprofit, Other

Canyon Project Coordinator (Full-Time, Temporary)  

The San Diego Natural History Museum is embarking on an exciting initiative to engage communities in the science and conservation of San Diego’s urban and suburban coastal canyons. This position will be critical to the oversight and implementation of these efforts.  

Major Responsibilities 

  • Act as project coordinator, track project timelines, ensure the development of deliverables, and monitor project budget.  
  • Coordinate with other staff to identify and engage with community groups as potential collaborative partners in canyon research, outreach, and programming.  
  • Assist museum researchers and stakeholders in developing a pilot of (a) hypothesis-driven community science project(s) associated with San Diego’s urban canyon landscapes. Engage community and act as facilitative interpretive naturalist.  
  • Develop and conduct trainings and outreach efforts (in-person and remotely) for community science efforts related to canyon research and initiatives.  
  • Document and report on canyon project progress, statistics and best practices for community science. 

Qualifications 

  • Academic or personal experience in ecology and/or conservation biology, while a M.S. in biological sciences or science communication is preferred, we encourage candidates with equivalent life experience that demonstrates an ability to research and independently implement projects to apply. 
  • Experience working with a variety of stakeholders, and project management experience with demonstrated attention to detail.  
  • English proficient and Spanish language proficiency strongly preferred 
     

To Apply:  Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the position, résumé, and contact information for three references to kpelayo@sdnhm.org. Applications will be reviewed beginning August 31 and will continue until the position is filled.  

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