Vancouver Summer Program Primary Instructor
Duration: July 14 – August 8, 2025
Deadline: May 30, 2025 @ 12 noon (PT)
The Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries (IOF) at UBC offers a four-week condensed academic series for international undergraduate students through the Vancouver Summer Program (VSP). We are seeking Primary Instructors to lead and deliver the newly structured Ocean Leaders: An Environmental Leadership Program. This program includes two interconnected courses: Becoming a Leader for the Oceans and our Planet, and Grand Challenges Facing the Ocean. Instructors will provide academic leadership, facilitate experiential and project-based learning, and lead a small instructional team that includes an Instructor Assistant and an Educational Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced educators to deliver transformative education in ocean sustainability and environmental leadership.
Vancouver Summer Program Instructor Assistant
Duration: June 9 – July 3, 2025 and/or July 14 – August 8, 2025
Deadline: For June session: May 21, 2025 @ 12 noon (PT)
For July session: May 30, 2025 @ 12 noon (PT)
The Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries (IOF) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is offering a four-week, condensed course series for international undergraduate students through the Vancouver Summer Program (VSP). We are seeking Instructor Assistants to support the delivery of an engaging, hands-on learning experience centred on ocean sustainability, leadership, and applied marine issues.
Instructor Assistants will help facilitate the Becoming a Leader for the Oceans and Our Planet and Grand Challenges Facing the Ocean courses by providing instructional and logistical support. The role offers valuable teaching experience, including leading select sessions, facilitating group discussions, and supporting experiential learning activities. This is an excellent opportunity for graduate students in marine science who are looking to strengthen their teaching skills while engaging with international students in a dynamic educational setting.