Ten-month demonstratorship in Behavioural Ecology and Conservation Biology at the University of Bourgogne-Franche Comté, Dijon, France

The master program in Behavioural Ecology and Wildlife Management (more information at www.nature-conservation-ubfc.com/bewm/en/) at the Université de Bourgogne-Franche Comté in Dijon (eastern France), is seeking a demonstrator to teach a variety of courses in Behavioural Ecology, Conservation Biology, and Biostatistics. In particular, the demonstrator will assist the academic staff in the development of online, online/hybrid and face-to-face courses ensuring student comprehension, retention of knowledge and positive and effective student engagement. Job duties also include some research and service with a strong focus on teaching.
We are offering a ten-month tenure-track appointment beginning in Fall 2020.
The applicants are expected to have a PhD and research track record in behavioural ecology, conservation biology or a closely related field, to have a good knowledge of English (the language that is used for instruction), to have competence in the statistical analysis of ecological data, and to be familiar with appropriate methods for delivering content via current e-learning technology.The net salary will be on the salary scheme for technical staff (at the level "ingénieur de recherche") at French universities, i.e. about 1800€ per month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. An additional bonus associated with lecturing will be available up to 2000 € for the whole duration of the position.
Applications should be sent by e-mail to Professor Frank Cézilly (frank.cezilly@u-bourgogne.fr), not later than 15th August. They should consist of a single PDF-file containing a letter with a personal statement outlining your research/teaching interests, how this position fits into your career plan, as well as relevant work experience, a detailed CV including a publication list with journal impact factors, and contact information for two references.



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Professeur Frank Cézilly (PRCE2, HDR)
Membre honoraire de l'Institut Universitaire de France
Professeur associé à l'Université d'Etat d'Haïti
Président de l'Association Caribaea Initiative
Université de Bourgogne, UMR CNRS 6282 Biogéosciences