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A temporary position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking Summer Camp Instructors to teach pre-developed activities on-site at The Adler Planetarium for various space science camps. Training will be provided two weeks before the start of the program. The space camps will run between June 23 and August 7, 2008. Instructors will work between 24 - 35 hours a week.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• work as a team with Senior Camp Staff, counselors and volunteers to implement a successful camp schedule
• help children between the ages of 5 and 14 to enjoy and to learn science
• monitor safety and behavior of children during indoor and outdoor activities
• help campers complete fun, educational activities, and encourage campers to participate in activities
• assist in camp drop-off and pick-up procedure by greeting parents and campers, checking-in and checking-out of campers and playing games with campers while they wait
• help children between the ages of 5 and 14 to enjoy and to learn science
• monitor safety and behavior of children during indoor and outdoor activities
• help campers complete fun, educational activities, and encourage campers to participate in activities
• assist in camp drop-off and pick-up procedure by greeting parents and campers, checking-in and checking-out of campers and playing games with campers while they wait
Education and Experience:
• a teaching certificate is required: specialization in science for elementary or K-6 is preferred
• must have teaching experience in a classroom, supervising children and working in a camp setting
• must have experience working with children in a computer lab or on classroom computers
• must have teaching experience in a classroom, supervising children and working in a camp setting
• must have experience working with children in a computer lab or on classroom computers
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter and resume to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-summercamp@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-summercamp@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EOE
A temporary position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking Summer Camp Counselors to assist Senior Camp Staff and instructors to operate summer camp programs. The space camps will run between June 23 and August 7, 2008. Counselors will work between 24 - 35 hours a week.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• work with Summer Camp Instructors and Volunteers to implement a successful camp schedule
• help children between the ages of 5 and 14 to enjoy and to learn science
• assist the Summer Camp Instructor in the safety and behavior of children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• help campers complete fun, educational activities, encourage campers to participate in activities and provide individualized attention to campers who need help
• assist in camp drop-off and pick-up procedure by greeting parents and campers, checking-in and checking-out of campers and playing games with campers while they wait
• assist in the set up and breakdown of all camp materials and activities
• help children between the ages of 5 and 14 to enjoy and to learn science
• assist the Summer Camp Instructor in the safety and behavior of children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• help campers complete fun, educational activities, encourage campers to participate in activities and provide individualized attention to campers who need help
• assist in camp drop-off and pick-up procedure by greeting parents and campers, checking-in and checking-out of campers and playing games with campers while they wait
• assist in the set up and breakdown of all camp materials and activities
Education and Experience:
• must be at least 16 years old and in high school or a graduate of high school
• must have experience working with children or camp groups
• must have a strong interest in astronomy, Earth science or education, and a desire to learn more
• must have experience working with children or camp groups
• must have a strong interest in astronomy, Earth science or education, and a desire to learn more
For Girls Technology Camp, applicants must be comfortable working on a computer, learning new programs, and assisting others in learning new programs.
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter and resume to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-summercamp@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-summercamp@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EOE
A full-time non-exempt position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Communications/New Media Coordinator to assist with communications efforts in advertising, marketing, public relations and e-Communications. The successful candidate will be a team player who brings creativity and enthusiasm to each project, is an excellent writer and detail-oriented professional who meets deadlines and possesses the necessary new media skills to create and execute design and web-related projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• supports advertising and marketing efforts: assists in writing promotional copy, coordinates collateral production and manages advertising scheduling
• provides PR support: writes and distributes media materials, serves as a liaison to the media, services inquiry and photo requests, coordinates press mailings, monitors press coverage and assists in coordinating special events and media previews
• coordinates e-Communications projects including the production of the Adler's monthly e-Newsletter and web-related marketing.
• responsible for coordinating production of quarterly Member publication, museum collateral and in-house signage
• assists with research, fact-checking, proofreading and editing
• responsible for updating marketing content on Adler website
• assists in basic administrative duties including tracking, processing and maintaining departmental budget
• provides PR support: writes and distributes media materials, serves as a liaison to the media, services inquiry and photo requests, coordinates press mailings, monitors press coverage and assists in coordinating special events and media previews
• coordinates e-Communications projects including the production of the Adler's monthly e-Newsletter and web-related marketing.
• responsible for coordinating production of quarterly Member publication, museum collateral and in-house signage
• assists with research, fact-checking, proofreading and editing
• responsible for updating marketing content on Adler website
• assists in basic administrative duties including tracking, processing and maintaining departmental budget
Education and Experience:
• A Bachelor's Degree in communications/journalism or a related field
• one to three years of experience in the communications/journalism/design fields & advertising, public relations, design, technology, cultural, entertainment and/or non-profit institutions are a plus
• must have basic design and web skills in Adobe, Photoshop, InDesign (or similar software) and HTML. Samples of work required
• excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills required
• must be able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and have the ability to service multiple projects at one time
• creative and pro-active team member with enthusiasm for all areas of communications
• agency (pr and/or advertising) and project management experience preferred
• one to three years of experience in the communications/journalism/design fields & advertising, public relations, design, technology, cultural, entertainment and/or non-profit institutions are a plus
• must have basic design and web skills in Adobe, Photoshop, InDesign (or similar software) and HTML. Samples of work required
• excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills required
• must be able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and have the ability to service multiple projects at one time
• creative and pro-active team member with enthusiasm for all areas of communications
• agency (pr and/or advertising) and project management experience preferred
The salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience.
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter, resume and salary history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-communcoord@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-communcoord@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEOC
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter, resume and salary history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-PECoord@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-PECoord@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEO
A full-time exempt position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking applications for a Research Fellowship in Planetary Science to carry out research in asteroid compositions. The applicant will work with the AVAST (Adler V-type ASTeroid survey) group at the Adler. Applicants for this position must have their PhD (or near completion) in Astronomy, Planetary Science or a related field and should have experience with spectroscopy data reduction, observing and a working familiarity with current minor planet research. The successful applicant will be expected to: 1) lead analysis of asteroid reflectance spectra, 2) carry out a strong program of observations, 3) conduct an investigation of related asteroid dynamics and 4) explore innovative research topics in collaboration with other members of the Adler astrophysics research staff. In addition they will spend 10% time on education and outreach activities related to their research work.
The initial appointment will be for two years with a possible one-year extension dependent on successful performance and availability of funding. This position will report to Dr. Mark Hammergren. Experience with education and outreach is not necessary, but enthusiasm for engaging the public in science education is. Applications will be accepted until position filled. The Research Fellowship in Planetary Science is funded in part by the Brinson Foundation.
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter, resume, statement of research interests and salary history along with three letters of recommendation to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-postdocfellow@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-postdocfellow@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEO
A full-time exempt position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Multimedia Developer to develop and to maintain multimedia projects, ensuring that all projects work together in a cohesive, user-friendly manner. The primary responsibility is for web-based projects, but work also entails exhibition, CD-ROM and similar development. This position reports to the Associate Director for Interactive Educational Media.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•work with staff as appropriate to develop or manage the development of the Adler's website as well as other web projects as assigned
•ensure that web server is up-to-date with appropriate security patches and install other software on the web server as required
•work with staff as appropriate to develop or manage the development of multimedia projects, including exhibition and CD-ROM projects
•serve as an ad hoc advisory member on exhibition teams as required
•ensure that web server is up-to-date with appropriate security patches and install other software on the web server as required
•work with staff as appropriate to develop or manage the development of multimedia projects, including exhibition and CD-ROM projects
•serve as an ad hoc advisory member on exhibition teams as required
Education and Experience:
•a Master's Degree with two years of experience or a Bachelor's Degree with five years of experience in a related field
•five years of experience developing multimedia projects with an emphasis on website development
•two years of experience maintaining web servers; Linux/Apache preferred
•extensive experience with HTML, CSS and a minimum of one scripting language, such as Python, Perl or PHP
•database development experience using, for example, My SQL
•xperience with Adobe Creative Suite in relation to multimedia development
•experience with Microsoft Project or similar project management software is preferred
•experience working with Zope/Plone or Drupal content management systems is preferred
•must have the ability to coordinate and facilitate teams
•must have strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills
•five years of experience developing multimedia projects with an emphasis on website development
•two years of experience maintaining web servers; Linux/Apache preferred
•extensive experience with HTML, CSS and a minimum of one scripting language, such as Python, Perl or PHP
•database development experience using, for example, My SQL
•xperience with Adobe Creative Suite in relation to multimedia development
•experience with Microsoft Project or similar project management software is preferred
•experience working with Zope/Plone or Drupal content management systems is preferred
•must have the ability to coordinate and facilitate teams
•must have strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills
The salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience.
To apply for this position
Please email a cover letter, resume and salary history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-multimediadev@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
Director of Human Resources
E-mail address: hr-multimediadev@adlerplanetarium.org
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEOC