Science Director, Beyond Plastics
Bennington College
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Bennington, Vermont, United States
Beyond Plastics seeks a Science Director who will be responsible for leading scientific initiatives, driving strategies to advance the organization's mission to eliminate plastic pollution. This role requires the communication of scientific findings to the public and policymakers. The Science Director will oversee the development of evidence-based work and help shape policy efforts to curb plastic pollution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
ABOUT BEYOND PLASTICS
Founded in 2019, Beyond Plastics is a project housed at Bennington College with the mission to end plastic pollution everywhere. Currently a team of 14 deeply committed individuals working remotely, Beyond Plastics focuses on policy and advocacy, building a grassroots movement, and educating the public in order to further its mission. You will be an employee of Bennington College, working only on issues related to Beyond Plastics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bennington serves a diverse student population inclusive of members of ethnically/racially minoritized, international, LGBTQIA+, and disability communities as well as diverse gender identities, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, and political beliefs. Our staff and faculty also reflect diverse and intersecting backgrounds and identities. All employees are expected to be respectful and responsive to these differences in the service of building community that promotes student and employee success and community cohesiveness. Each individual (faculty, staff and students) will be accountable for upholding these values.
The College's approach to pluralism and inclusivity-both as fields of inquiry and practice-is to prioritize flexible thought, and to invite the examination of access, value, power, and privilege through its institutional policies and areas of study. We encourage applicants from diverse realms of interest, backgrounds, experience, and accomplishment to apply.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
80% of work performed in a home office environment with substantial activities completed using a computer; sedentary work. 20% of work will be in-person meetings and presentations. Periodic travel required. Note: The position requires the successful completion and acceptable results of a background check.
COMPENSATION:
$110,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience.
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Science Director, Beyond Plastics
Bennington College
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Bennington, Vermont, United States
Beyond Plastics seeks a Science Director who will be responsible for leading scientific initiatives, driving strategies to advance the organization's mission to eliminate plastic pollution. This role requires the communication of scientific findings to the public and policymakers. The Science Director will oversee the development of evidence-based work and help shape policy efforts to curb plastic pollution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Bennington College offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time staff that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and long term disability insurance, retirement, generous time off benefits (4 weeks vacation, 10 sick days and 17 paid holidays) and educational benefits including Tuition Exchange.
Bennington College offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time staff that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and long term disability insurance, retirement, generous time off benefits (4 weeks vacation, 10 sick days and 17 paid holidays) and educational benefits including Tuition Exchange.
TO APPLY
The position will remain open until filled; interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Please submit resume, cover letter (addressed to Judith Enck, President) and the names/contact information for three current references (include at least two supervisory references).
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TO APPLY
The position will remain open until filled; interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Please submit resume, cover letter (addressed to Judith Enck, President) and the…