Freelance Tutor (Botanical Illustration)

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The RBGE aims to appoint a Freelance Tutor to support the delivery and development of the Diploma in Botanical Illustration. The role will include facilitating student learning and providing guidance on botanical subjects relevant to the course. Lot 1: RBGE is a world leading botanical institute and international visitor attraction taking positive action for plants and people; from local communities across Scotland, to more than 40 countries around the world. Our priority is to tackle the biodiversity crisis and the climate emergency, and to support the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. Our work builds on our 354-year history as a scientific botanic garden and centre of education with internationally important botanical collections, and extensive international partnerships. Our four Scottish gardens – Benmore, Dawyck, Logan and ‘The Botanics’ in Edinburgh – comprise one of the richest plant collections on earth. We are looking for a freelance Tutor to support the delivery and continued development of our Diploma in Botanical Illustration by facilitating student learning and providing guidance on botanical subjects relevant to the course. Applications are particularly welcome from racial and ethnic minority groups, and other protected characteristics who are underrepresented at RBGE.. To note interest, please submit a CV and covering letter to jpestell@rbge.org.uk. Notes of interest will be accepted until the 31st of October 2024. For more information, visit https://www.rbge.org.uk/about-us/working-with-us/vacancies/