[Ecoed] Position Open: AIBS Education and Outreach Manager

[Susan Musante]

Position Open

AIBS Education and Outreach 
Manager

11/01/06

Closing Date: When Filled

The American 
Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) seeks a full-time experienced Education 
and Outreach Manager to join its senior staff and direct all aspects of the AIBS 
Education Office program from its Washington DC headquarters office, as 
described at www.aibs.org/education. AIBS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) 
scientific association dedicated to advancing biological research and education 
for the welfare of society, is an umbrella organization with a membership of 
more than 90 scientific research societies and science education organizations, 
100 natural science collection institutions, and 5,000 individuals. 

The 
goals of the AIBS Education Office are: (1) Facilitate communication and 
interaction between AIBS and the biology education community, (2) increase the 
participation of underrepresented minorities in the biological sciences; (3) 
provide information about career options in the biological sciences; and (4) 
support biology education professionals by providing resources to increase the 
understanding of biological sciences and encourage the practice of teaching the 
way science is practiced. 

Reporting to the AIBS Executive Director, the 
Education and Outreach Manager has duties that include: 

- Plan, 
implement, and manage all AIBS education projects and outreach activities
- 
Develop short- and long-range planning goals for the Education Office that are 
consistent with and support AIBS's overall goals
- Coordinate activities of 
support staff, consultants, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and 
administration of program objectives
- Work with the AIBS Education Committee 
and AIBS Human Resources Committee to support these volunteers as they set their 
agendas and carry out initiatives
- Seek outside funding sources, prepare 
grant proposals to secure support, and manage contracts, grants, and budgets for 
various projects
- Serve as principal point of representation and liaison 
with individuals, businesses, organizations, and agencies on education and 
community outreach matters
- Supervise the Education and Outreach Program 
Associate
- Oversee and initiate the development and production of education 
content and outreach materials (brochures, pamphlets, booth materials, slide 
presentations, -etc.) for distribution on the website, in workshops, and at 
events
- Represent AIBS at various community and/or business meetings; 
promote new and existing programs
- Write regularly on education matters for 
AIBS publications, including the AIBS journal BioScience, and AIBS 
websites
- Write and present progress reports to the AIBS Board of 
Directors
- Travel as required

The successful candidate will have 
advanced training and professional experience in formal and informal science 
education and/or science communication. An advanced degree and at least five 
years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities 
described herein are required; PhD preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and 
Abilities Required:

- Knowledge and understanding of the current state of 
biology education, both at the higher education and K-12 levels, including 
teaching strategies, learning principles, and a broad range of training methods, 
techniques, and formats.
- Ability to manage and facilitate education and 
outreach activities
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and 
long-range goals and establish work priorities
- Knowledge of communication 
principles, media, and marketing techniques
- Advanced leadership skills 
including the ability to supervise and train employees including organizing, 
prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments; evaluating performance; and 
mentoring and coaching employees to achieve maximum productivity.
- Ability 
to develop financial plans and manage resources including skill in budget 
preparation and fiscal management.
- Knowledge of contracts and grants 
preparation and management.
- Ability to gather data, analyze information, 
and prepare reports.
- Skill in the use of personal computers and related 
software applications.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and 
the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse 
community.

AIBS employment benefits include healthcare and retirement 
plan. Send cover letter, resume, writing samples, and salary requirements to: 
AIBS Executive Director, Education and Outreach Search, AIBS, 1444 Eye St. NW, 
Suite 200, Washington, DC 20005, FAX; 202-628-1509, rogrady at aibs.org. Qualified 
women, minority, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
 


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