CALS- Program Extension Aide IV-Bird Academy Course Developer- Lab of Ornithology
About The Position
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is the world's leading resource for conservation, research, education, and participatory science focused on birds. The Lab is a vibrant unit within Cornell's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), where full-time faculty and other renowned professionals direct six world-class, mission-driven centers. Staff at the Lab teach undergraduate courses, advise graduate students, collect and disseminate world-famous digital resources on biodiversity, and engage with partner organizations and individuals around the world to conduct scientific research and conservation actions. The Center for Engagement in Science and Nature (CESN) activates and supports people worldwide to connect with birds and nature, participate in science, and promote the wellbeing of humans and natural systems. The Bird Academy team within the CESN is seeking a Course Developer for our online learning platform. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. The Lab of Ornithology is currently seeking a Bird Academy Course Developer. Specific duties include: Play a key role in the Lab’s mission to interpret and conserve the earth’s biological diversity through research, education, and participatory science focused on birds by developing engaging content for online courses, quizzes, and interactive content. Use expertise in education and instructional design skills to foster public engagement and outreach through the Bird Academy project at academy.allaboutbirds.org. Provide authoritative and accessible information about birds to the public by working with content experts to develop courses and content for the Bird Academy educational platform. Incorporate knowledge of effective teaching strategies into online content. Deliver clearly written material and high-quality multimedia to support the learning goals of each product. Use project management skills to meet production schedule.
Requirements
- Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion , and wellbeing.
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, communication, education or related field or other formal training of 4 years.
- Strong background in instructional design, curriculum development, science outreach or equivalent experience.
- Experience with teaching, natural history interpretation, or in science communication.
- Ability to meet deadlines is essential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and media manipulation (photos, audio, video).
- Proven ability to work in a team environment where cooperation between colleagues and flexibility to different styles and approaches is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing web-based courses.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud products for manipulating media assets.
- Experience in providing scientific content to the general public on the Web is helpful, as is experience in multimedia production (photography, videography, and basic photo and video editing).
- Some experience with bird identification.
Responsibilities
- Play a key role in the Lab’s mission to interpret and conserve the earth’s biological diversity through research, education, and participatory science focused on birds by developing engaging content for online courses, quizzes, and interactive content.
- Use expertise in education and instructional design skills to foster public engagement and outreach through the Bird Academy project at academy.allaboutbirds.org.
- Provide authoritative and accessible information about birds to the public by working with content experts to develop courses and content for the Bird Academy educational platform.
- Incorporate knowledge of effective teaching strategies into online content.
- Deliver clearly written material and high-quality multimedia to support the learning goals of each product.
- Use project management skills to meet production schedule.
Benefits
- comprehensive health care options
- generous retirement contributions
- access to wellness programs
- employee discounts with local and national retail brands
- health and personal leave
- three weeks of vacation
- 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
- two additional floating holidays
- tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
- tuition aid for external education
- Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
