Deputy Director of Education & Outreach, Sanford Underground Science
& Engineering Laboratory
In collaboration with scientists, engineers, and educators from
across the country, the state of South Dakota is embarking on a major
initiative to create the Sanford Underground Science and Engineering
Laboratory. After extensive review led by the National Science
Foundation, the former Homestake Gold Mine in the Black Hills of
South Dakota has been selected as the preferred site for a new
national research facility. With 370 miles of tunnels, some nearly
8,000 feet below the surface, the former mine is being transformed
into a state-of-the-art laboratory to unlock mysteries of the
universe, investigate geologic processes, and search for exotic life
forms in extreme environments. Central to this effort are goals of
increasing public understanding and helping to prepare the next
generation of scientists and engineers.
South Dakota's Center for the Advancement of Mathematics and Science
Education, a statewide Center of Excellence located at Black Hills
State University, is leading early education and outreach efforts at
the lab and helping to develop a longer term plan for federal
consideration. CAMSE seeks a visionary leader in science education to
help direct this work and maximize learning opportunities for K-12
students and teachers, university students and faculty, and the
general public.
Required qualifications include: 1) a doctorate in science, science
education, or related field; 2) five years of teaching experience; 3)
five years of leadership experience; 4) exceptional communication and
collaboration skills; and 5) expertise in one or more of the areas of
teacher professional development, curriculum development, informal
science education, or research internships. The opportunity exists
for academic rank and title at Black Hills State University,
depending on interest and qualifications.
To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/ and click on Black
Hills State University. Select the position for "Deputy Director of
Education & Outreach . . . . " You must apply on-line with a
statement of interest, resume, names of 3 references, salary history,
and salary expectations. Applications received by April 11, 2008 will
receive full consideration.
Comments: The home location for this position is the Sanford
Underground Science and Engineering Laboratory in Lead, South Dakota.
Education components at the lab are envisioned to include underground
experiences. The Deputy Director will be expected to complete
underground safety training and spend time in underground
environments. The home institution for this position is Black Hills
State University. BHSU is located in Spearfish South Dakota, 20 miles
away from the lab. Regular travel between the lab and BHSU is
anticipated.
Inquiries may be directed to Ben Sayler, director of CAMSE, at
[log in to unmask] or 605.642.6874. Additional information about the
project is available at www.sanfordlaboratoryathomestake.org.
To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/ and click on Black
Hills State University. Select the position for "Deputy Director of
Education & Outreach . . . . " You must apply on-line with a
statement of interest, resume, names of 3 references, salary history,
and salary expectations. Applications received by April 11, 2008 will
receive full consideration.
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Dr. Andy Johnson
Center for the Advancement of Math and Science Education -
A South Dakota Center of Excellence
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD 57799-9005
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Office: (605) 642-6508
Fax: (605) 642-6871
Home: (605) 722-6873
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little petroleum in a few decades:
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