2 Positions open at OTS

The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) a non-profit international consortium of 64 universities and
other scientific institutions from seven countries and four continents; seeks an outstanding Ph.D.-level
biologist as Director of the La Selva Biological Station, an internationally recognized center for tropical
rainforest research and education located in Costa Rica.

Application deadline: September 1, 2011

The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) seeks two outstanding Ph.D.-level scientists for positions in Costa Rica:  1) Station Director, La Selva Biological Station, an internationally recognized center for rainforest research and education; 2) Director of Education Programs, which include graduate and undergraduate field-based programs.

  Successful candidates will have records of distinction in management, teaching, and research, with an expectation of continued excellence. Applicants should be able to articulate a vision for future growth and development of OTS programs as vibrant and at the cutting-edge of tropical science and education.  Both positions require demonstrated personnel and project management skills; fluency in English and Spanish; demonstrated excellence in teaching and research in the fields of ecology, evolutionary biology, environmental science, conservation, or science education.

For complete position description and application information see www.ots.ac.cr/jobs.  

The searches will remain open until the positions are filled.  OTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. OTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.