Job Description
American Museum Of Natural History
MAT ESRP
Adjunct Faculty (Science Practicum Field Instructor) The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition. AMNH's Richard Gilder Graduate School's Master of Arts in Teaching Earth Science Residency Program (MAT ESRP) is seeking a part-time Adjunct Professor to co-lead the field experience for Science Practicum, including a five-day offsite field camp. Science Practicum (SCI 680) is a three-credit course. Its objective is to help teacher candidates develop content knowledge on the practice of science. MAT candidates meet this objective through expeditions into the field, investigations in laboratory settings, and engagement in secondary research methods. The practicum exposes students to key concepts, scientific questions, tools, and techniques, and enables candidates to experience and implement learning activities that align with state and national standards. Students come away with understanding of both content knowledge and the practices needed to engage in scientific inquiry. This is a required course for completion of the MAT ESR Program. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Co-lead the field experiences for the Science Practicum course. Collect assignments and provide feedback. Communicate with students. Assist with grading. The expected salary for the Adjunct Professor is $50/hour. This position is overtime-eligible. Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual/multilingual ability. Experience publishing material related to the focus of the Science Practicum course. Experience/expertise in local/regional geology of the New York City area. To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: careers.amnh.org The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures. The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please call the Office of Human Resources. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-bc75c29a49b11749a8c28cccf5963b1f
