Professor of Integrated Waste Management

EARTH is a private, international, non-profit university dedicated to education in the agricultural sciences and natural resources in order to contribute to sustainable development in the humid tropical region.  EARTH's educational approach focuses on student centered learning with emphasis on experiential learning. EARTH is located in the humid tropic region of Costa Rica, Central America.

Position Overview:

EARTH University invites applications and nominations for the following position: Professor of Integrated Waste Management  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities:

EARTH is seeking qualified candidates to:

• Facilitate students' learning of integrated management systems of solid and liquid wastes produced by communities, farms and agricultural industries, their regulations and the environmental impacts of the use of those systems
• Participate in activities of social impact involving students and support activities of the Continuing Education Program
• Participate in research projects involving EARTH students and in scientific or professional activities related to field
• Participate in other activities related to university service

Qualifications:

• Degree in Environmental Sciences or Engineering, with a Master's or doctoral degree in the field of specialization and extensive practical experience in the design, implementation and evaluation of agricultural integrated waste management systems. Practical experience in the management of alternative energy systems is desirable
• Extensive experience in teaching young adults
• Demonstrated excellence as a facilitator of learning
• Experience living and working in Latin America desirable but not required
• Spanish fluency (language of instruction), both oral and written, is required
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

To Apply:

Applicants should please submit a cover letter describing their qualifications for the position and their teaching philosophy, a copy of their curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 references including phone numbers and e-mail addresses. References will be contacted only for the finalists.

Dr. Manuel Cerrato
Dean of Academic Affairs
Universidad EARTH
Apartado Postal 4442-1000
San José, Costa Rica