About Us
The Cape Eleuthera Institute (CEI) is the hub for research and innovation at The Island School in South Eleuthera, The Bahamas. As part of an organization devoted to research, education, and conservation, CEI seeks to create a connection between people and the environment as a path toward a more sustainable future. We are internationally recognized for our environmental research and education programs, facilitated by outstanding access to a range of tropical habitats.
Job Summary
Our Research Faculty are the engines of innovation in the organization, leading research projects that address practical and technical challenges of sustainable development, while engaging students in meaningful work that fulfils our vision of ‘leadership effecting change’.
The Agroforestry Research Scientist is expected to lead research being conducted on a new and unique agroforestry system that is in its infancy. You are expected to work hand-in-hand with the Assistant Director and Farm Manager to develop research projects that involve students while improving our understanding of the potential for food production and environmental conservation with the system. You will take initiative, be well-organised and resilient, with a capacity to independently generate novel research questions and build support for your work. You should be comfortable working in challenging field conditions to contribute to the day-to-day installation and management of the system alongside the farm team, and have a passion for sustainable agriculture, plant ecology, agroforestry, environmental conservation, food systems, and teaching students of all ages. You must be willing to stretch beyond a traditional job description as you live and work closely with other programs at The Island School, as well as the local community.
Research Scientists work in a team environment with other research and technician staff at CEI and report to the Assistant Director. You should be excited about working at a non-traditional academic institution that believes in integrating education of every level into applied research.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Other Duties
Staff with additional specialist skills that may benefit other parts of the organization will be expected to assist activities in these areas and compensated accordingly, for example:
Additional duties will be tailored to your qualifications/experience and accounted for in your compensation package, based on an assessment by your manager.
Please note that this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with the needs of the organization.
Skills and Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Compensation & Benefits
Schedule
This is a full-time position with annual review. The Cape Eleuthera Island School and its related divisions operate year round and working hours vary depending on needs but are typically Monday-Friday (40 hours/week), however, evening and weekend work will be required. Special events will require periods of time outside of normal working hours when staff must be on site for extended periods. The successful candidate should expect, and desire to work a variable and mission driven schedule.
Application
Apply to https://ceis.bamboohr.com/careers and upload all documents (PDF format) noted in the job description (typically Resume/CV, Cover letter, References, relevant certifications etc). We are collecting applications until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2024. We are a Bahamian equal opportunity employer.