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Hello Geoed-Research list, We are advertising for a new science education position at the University of British Columbia (ad and link below). Please pass on to anyone you think might be interested. Thanks, Sara Harris ********************************** Department of Earth & Ocean Sciences University of British Columbia LECTURER POSITION Carl Wieman Science Education Initiative The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences (EOS) at the University of British Columbia invites applications for Lecturer for the Carl Wieman Science Education Initiative (CWSEI), an ongoing five-year initiative to reshape science education (http://www.cwsei.ubc.ca/). The appointment will be for one year initially and may be renewable for up to three years. We seek an individual to join an existing team in revising EOS courses to emphasize objective-based teaching, learning and assessment. Responsibilities include working with EOS faculty and CWSEI staff to: (1) develop learning goals, assessments, and pedagogy for specific courses, (2) administer and evaluate assessments of student learning and of student attitudes toward science, (3) supervise and guide development and testing of teaching and learning materials, including web-based learning resources, and (4) contribute to EOS curriculum development and to research efforts in pedagogy. Candidates must have (1) a Masters degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Earth, Ocean, or Atmospheric Sciences, (2) undergraduate teaching experience, (3) excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, and (4) a strong personal commitment to science education. English fluency is also required. Experience in educational materials or curriculum development, on-line teaching, project management, and familiarity with current pedagogical research will be considered assets. Candidates with background in oceanography or atmospheric science are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and complete contact information (including phone, fax and e-mail) of three references to: Dr. Sara Harris, Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences, The University of British Columbia, 6339 Stores Road, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6T 1Z4, email: [log in to unmask] Review of applications will begin on February 10, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority. The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Ad also posted at http://www.eos.ubc.ca/about/jobs/cwsei-lecturers.html ********************************** Dr. Sara E. Harris Earth and Ocean Sciences University of British Columbia 6339 Stores Rd. Vancouver, B.C. Canada, V6T 1Z4 604-822-9651 (office) [log in to unmask] **********************************