Science Instructor

AWRI is a multidisciplinary research organization within Grand Valley State University’s (GVSU) College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, with a mission to integrate research, education, and outreach to enhance and preserve freshwater resources. AWRI’s outreach program delivers hands-on, investigative education about water to the public, with special emphasis on youth. Since 1986, nearly 200,000 people have experienced hands-on science on Lake Michigan and adjoining waters through these programs.

Science Instructors are responsible for conducting educational programs in the outreach program, including seasonal programs aboard the research vessels as well as landside programming and special events. 

Please visit the detailed job description and application portal at: https://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Muskegon-MI/Science-Instructor---AWRI--Temp-Hourly-_R102315 

Applications received outside this portal will not be accepted. 

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by 11:59pm EST on February 9, 2025. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter, and applications will be kept on file to fill staffing needs throughout the outreach season as needed. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

With questions regarding AWRI or the position responsibilities, please contact: 

Christina Catanese, AWRI Education Specialist (catanesc@gvsu.edu).

Also, see our website for more information about the program (www.gvsu.edu/wri/education).