Research Associate II, Community Engagement Seasonal - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance • Escondido, CA

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions. The Research Associate II, Community Engagement assists and delivers aspects of assigned projects and programs in specialized areas of biological and/or social science that is focused on driving conservation action through science education and community collaborations. This position reports to a Supervisor level or higher on the Community Engagement team within the Conservation Science & Wildlife Health department.

Requirements

• Experience with the social sciences and human dimensions of conservation sub-field
• Expertise facilitating learning experiences with adult audiences in formal and informal contexts
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (mornings, evenings, weekends) as needed in accordance with student availability and assignment deadlines
• Co-lead experiential learning curriculum and activities onsite and at adjacent locations is required
• Proficient with Google Suite
• 1-2 years of experience with science/environmental education programming and/or community-based conservation
• 1-2 years of experience teaching, facilitating and/or training as appropriate to the target audience(s) of the program
• Moderate understanding of inquiry-based and participatory learning theory and practice
• Familiarity and comfort with in-person and virtual learning and training formats
• 1-2 years of experience conducting literature reviews, designing scientific and inquiry-based studies, gathering and compiling data
• 1-2 years of experience building technical skills related to relevant applied work settings (e.g., lab, field, etc)
• Bachelor's Degree B.S. or B.A. in biological, environmental, conservation, education, social science or related field
• Valid CA Driver’s License Upon Hire
• Ability to work collaboratively within and across departments
• Knowledge of curriculum development and/or community-based conservation techniques/approaches
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• Awareness of one's own skills and limits and ability to seek guidance when appropriate

Nice To Haves

• Experience with online course platforms
• Experience with hands-on teaching methods
• Experience within the Project Dragonfly Miami University learning community
• Experience with graduate program structure

Responsibilities

• Delivers program content to target audiences (e.g., lab and field), and assists in laboratory, field and/or classroom maintenance, upkeep and supply stock
• Takes ownership of a project area, including the coordination of logistics, communication, and maintenance of resources
• Maintains up-to-date and organized records, and digitally curated resources
• Assists with program development and specific assigned tasks aimed to keep content current with the latest science and technological innovations used within the organization and field
• Assists with grant preparation and/or reporting through gathering and compiling data
• Completes professional development opportunities and/or trainings as assigned by Supervisor

Benefits

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level