NCEAS Lead Science Communicator
University of California - Santa Barbara | |
United States, California, Santa Barbara | |
1021 Anacapa Street (Show on map) | |
Dec 09, 2024 | |
Position overview
Position title: NCEAS Lead Science Communicator Salary range:
This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 36 for the salary range at UCSB. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% $70-$85K annual. "Off-scale salaries", i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Full benefits package included. Percent time:
100% Anticipated start:
March 2025 or later Position duration:
1 year position with possibility of extension based on funding and performance Application Window Open date: December 9, 2024 Next review date: Monday, Jan 13, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Final date: Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position description Are you passionate about science communication and storytelling to broad and diverse audiences? Do you want to support and promote more awareness of cutting-edge environmental science programs and data science initiatives? Do you excel at connecting people and ideas and strategically building communication and outreach networks? Job Description We seek a Lead Science Communicator to join the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS), working with our Executive Director, Deputy Director and other NCEAS staff and scientists to shepherd communication and outreach around our portfolio of programs. In this position you will lead science storytelling and manage all external communications at NCEAS. The position is based in downtown Santa Barbara at NCEAS. Your primary responsibilities will be to:
RESIDENCY AT NCEAS: NCEAS is located in scenic downtown Santa Barbara, California. Established in 1995, the Center is known for fostering interaction and collaboration, characteristics that lead to the success of its visiting scientists. NCEAS has a thriving community of postdocs, resident scientists, and analysts, and a frequent influx of leading scientists and practitioners from around the world participating in working group projects. NCEAS is committed to improving diversity and inclusion in science. We value the diversity of expertise, backgrounds, needs, and experiences reflected among our residents, visitors, and broader communities. We are committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, parental status, sexual orientation, (dis)ability, citizenship status, and nationality. To see the steps we are taking to advance diversity and inclusion please see our full statement here: https://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/diversity-inclusion. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)
Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)
Preferred qualifications
Application Requirements Document requirements
Reference requirements
Name and contact information for three references. The top candidate's references will be contacted before the final job offer. Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02895 Help contact: ikclark@ucsb.edu About UC Santa Barbara The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Santa Barbara, CA
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