Manager of Science Literacy and Research

As a key member of the program leadership team, the Manager of Science Literacy and Research strives for excellence in developing and implementing programs aligned with the strategic goals, mission, and purposes of Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont (GSMIT).

The Manager of Science Literacy and Research is directly responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating, science literacy, community science, and research that support GSMIT’s education mission. 

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 

Organizational Leadership

• Provides vision, sets priorities, and creates an annual budget for community science at Tremont. 
• Works to integrate science literacy into GSMIT programs, including curricular design, lesson planning, and alignment with learning standards.
• Develops and coordinates summer science camps, including the design and implementation of curricula and field experiences. Maintains a role in teaching and program supervision.
• Hires, trains, and supervises summer science staff 

Science Literacy

• Facilitates staff training
• Recruits, trains, and coordinates all science volunteers for Tremont
• Leverages community science to invite communities who are disproportionately affected by the lack of access to the National Park 
• Advances science communication through social media

Research 

• In cooperation with park partners, National Park Service staff, and researchers, coordinates the development and maintenance of all community science projects (bird banding, phenology, salamander diversity, Monarch tagging, bio-blitzes, etc.) and leverages them to achieve GSMIT strategic outcomes.
• Responsible for data entry and quality control for all research projects.
• Analyzes and interprets research and monitoring
• Oversees our bird banding station during summer months. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and teaches classes and leads hikes and expeditions with youth and adult programs
• Maintains up-to-date first aid training, minimum Wilderness First Responder (provided by Institute)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's, preferably Master’s Degree, in the Biological Sciences or a related field with 2-5 cumulative years of experience in research and environmental education (preferably residential).  Experience with field research procedures/protocols and ability to oversee research projects. Experience with bird banding, particularly Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) protocols, is a plus.  
Deadline: The position begins in early 2024. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. 

To Apply: Submit a completed application form (https://gsmit.org/about/jobs/), resume, and thoughtful cover letter.