Job Description

The Community College of Vermont seeks applicants for a part-time faculty position to teach Principals of Conservation Biology for the Fall 2023 semester online.

Every year Community College of Vermont employs nearly 800 part-time faculty to teach its courses at 12 locations statewide and online, and we are always looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable teachers. All faculty work part-time with a maximum of three courses each semester.

Our Mission: The Community College of Vermont, a Vermont State College, supports and challenges all students in meeting their educational goals through an abiding commitment to access, affordability, and student success.

Day/Times: Meets Online
Semester Dates: 9/05/2023 - 12/18/23

Location: Online

Course Description:

This course examines patterns of biodiversity across levels of scale ranging from local to global. Students apply principles of population biology, community dynamics, ecosystem resilience, and landscape ecology in classroom discussions and field investigations. The course also explores social and economic issues related to biodiversity loss. Prior study in biology or environmental science is recommended. Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.

Essential Objectives:

1. Analyze the effects of predator and prey relationships and host-parasitoid interactions on population and community dynamics in the plant and animal kingdom.
2. Describe how biologists use population size and genetic diversity to determine the conservation status of a species.
3. Analyze and predict the impacts of human behavior on ecological communities throughout the world.
4. Evaluate the social, political, and economic consequences caused by the reduction of regional and global biodiversity.
5. Analyze the ways in which human behavior that is intended to secure resources can be used to exploit certain populations of animals and people.
6. Investigate the different management strategies used for protecting coevolved populations.
7. Use digital tools to map ecosystems and identify areas that support ecological resiliency.
8. Apply different models of succession to explain growth patterns in biological communities.
9. Compare patterns of biodiversity in managed and natural landscapes.
10. Evaluate the different techniques used in restoration ecology for biomes around the world.
11. Design a reserve and create a basic management plan to conserve a vulnerable population.
12. Recommend and analyze regional strategies used to protect critical ecosystem services.
13. Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, interpreting, evaluating, and applying quantitative data and information.
14. Explain how knowledge created in the natural sciences has contributed to the creation, maintenance, and dismantling of social inequalities and discuss the impacts of diversity and inclusion on scientific research and practice.

 

Preferred credential/experience:

Master's degree required.

CCV values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. CCV strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. CCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

Additional Information: All new full-time employees and certain part-time employees will be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered, please submit a complete application package which includes our online employment application, cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references at: https://ccv.edu/learn-about-ccv/employment/

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