E-Tutor "Basics in Molecular Neurobiology and Genetics"

E-Tutor "Basics in Molecular Neurobiology and Genetics"

E-Tutor on a freelance honorarium basis for a duration of about two years

The Max Planck School of Cognition (MPS-Cog) is inviting applications for an e-learning tutor "Basics in Molecular Neurobiology and Genetics".

MPS-Cog, one of the three pioneering national Max Planck Schools, is a joint initiative of the Max Planck Society and leading German Universities together with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Helmholtz Association, and University College London, and is additionally funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). MPS-Cog will explore new paths in postgraduate education in Germany by linking the dispersed excellence of researchers in the field of cognition, thus attracting top international graduates to its world-class PhD program within. A unique network of approximately 50 outstanding scientists forms the basis for an outstanding career.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant is expected to:

• Develop an online course on Basics in Molecular Neurobiology and Genetics
• Develop learning outcomes for the courses
• Interact with a learning designer in the development of e-activities adapted to the learning outcomes of the courses
• Advise and stimulate students’ participation within an e-learning environment and assist struggling students
• Conduct student formative assessment

Qualifications and Prerequisites

• Expertise in Molecular Neurobiology and Genetics
• Substantial/Extensive teaching experience
• Familiarity with e-learning environments
• Excellent command of English
• Comfortable working in a multicultural environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility

Application procedure

Please send your application via email (mendes@cbs.mpg.de).

The application should include:

• letter of motivation
• a full CV
• at least one letter of reference

Closing date for applications: October 10, 2019

For further questions, please contact Natacha Mendes: mendes@cbs.mpg.de