What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENRICHMENT - Guest Lecturer - Science position at Viking?
JOIN VIKING AS A SCIENCE GUEST SPEAKER
THIS IS A N UNPAID POSITION
Travel the world. Share your science. Inspire curious minds along the way.
Viking is created for curious, culturally engaged Guests who value learning, discovery, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Renowned as the thinking person’s cruise, Viking offers a destination-focused experience where science can illuminate the landscapes, wildlife, skies, technologies, and natural phenomena encountered throughout each voyage.
As a Science Guest Speaker , you bring complex ideas to life through engaging, accessible storytelling, helping our Guests see the destinations they visit, and the wider world, from a new perspective.
YOUR ROLE ON BOARD
We welcome applications from experts across the sciences, particularly in:
Wildlife & the Natural World
Zoology, marine biology, ecology, conservation, biodiversity, evolution, animal behaviour, and the natural environments encountered around the world.
Geology & Earth Sciences
Geology, volcanology, plate tectonics, glaciers, earthquakes, oceans, climate, natural landscapes, and Earth systems.
Technology & Innovation
Emerging technologies, engineering, artificial intelligence, robotics, computing, communications, and scientific innovation.
Health & Nutrition
Human health, medicine, nutrition, longevity, neuroscience, public health, and developments in health science.
Astronomy & Space
Astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, space exploration, cosmology, and the science of the night sky.
We also welcome specialists from other scientific disciplines whose expertise can be transformed into engaging lectures for an intellectually curious general audience.
WHY JOIN VIKING
In appreciation for sharing your expertise with our Guests, Viking is pleased to offer:
Complimentary Voyage & Accommodation
Enjoy a 100% discount on the same ocean voyage for you and your companion, with a complimentary picture-window stateroom reserved exclusively for you.
Included Airfare Benefits
One complimentary excursion is included for each Guest at every port of call.
Highlights of Onboard Comfort
Scientists, researchers, academics, physicians, engineers, naturalists, science communicators, authors, educators, and other experts who enjoy making complex subjects clear, relevant, and fascinating .
Whether exploring the geology beneath a destination, the wildlife that inhabits it, the technology shaping our future, the mysteries of the universe, or the science of the human body, our Science Guest Speakers help turn curiosity into discovery.
If you enjoy sharing knowledge with discerning Guests and making science accessible without losing its depth, Viking is your stage.
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THAT INSPIRES
Join a program designed for intellectual curiosity, exploration, and meaningful exchange.
Bring your expertise. Bring your companion. Let your curiosity lead the way, and help our Guests discover not only where they are travelling, but how our extraordinary world works.
SEND US YOUR APPLICATION
We are particularly interested in engaging, accessible topics relating to:
Example Format
Guest Lecture with Dr. David Smith: “Fire Beneath Our Feet: The Science of Volcanoes.”
Discover the powerful geological forces that shape volcanic landscapes, from moving tectonic plates to spectacular eruptions, and explore what these processes reveal about our dynamic planet.
Guest Lecture with Dr. David Smith: “Voyage Through the Universe: From Our Solar System to Distant Galaxies.”
Journey beyond Earth to explore the planets, stars, and galaxies that have transformed our understanding of the universe and our place within it.
THIS IS A N UNPAID POSITION
Travel the world. Share your science. Inspire curious minds along the way.
Viking is created for curious, culturally engaged Guests who value learning, discovery, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Renowned as the thinking person’s cruise, Viking offers a destination-focused experience where science can illuminate the landscapes, wildlife, skies, technologies, and natural phenomena encountered throughout each voyage.
As a Science Guest Speaker , you bring complex ideas to life through engaging, accessible storytelling, helping our Guests see the destinations they visit, and the wider world, from a new perspective.
YOUR ROLE ON BOARD
- Deliver engaging, high-quality 45-minute lectures designed for a curious general audience in our elegantly designed Star Theater.
- Bring scientific subjects to life through compelling storytelling, clear explanations, and thought-provoking insights.
- Where relevant, connect your expertise to the destinations, environments, wildlife, landscapes, or regions featured on the itinerary.
- Serve as a Viking Brand Ambassador, exemplifying our values, philosophy, and commitment to meaningful exploration.
- Connect warmly and thoughtfully with our Guests throughout the voyage.
- Accompany shore excursions at the invitation of the Shore Excursion Manager.
- Embrace the adventure and enjoy the same onboard privileges as our Guests during your 3–4 week assignment .
We welcome applications from experts across the sciences, particularly in:
Wildlife & the Natural World
Zoology, marine biology, ecology, conservation, biodiversity, evolution, animal behaviour, and the natural environments encountered around the world.
Geology & Earth Sciences
Geology, volcanology, plate tectonics, glaciers, earthquakes, oceans, climate, natural landscapes, and Earth systems.
Technology & Innovation
Emerging technologies, engineering, artificial intelligence, robotics, computing, communications, and scientific innovation.
Health & Nutrition
Human health, medicine, nutrition, longevity, neuroscience, public health, and developments in health science.
Astronomy & Space
Astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, space exploration, cosmology, and the science of the night sky.
We also welcome specialists from other scientific disciplines whose expertise can be transformed into engaging lectures for an intellectually curious general audience.
WHY JOIN VIKING
In appreciation for sharing your expertise with our Guests, Viking is pleased to offer:
Complimentary Voyage & Accommodation
Enjoy a 100% discount on the same ocean voyage for you and your companion, with a complimentary picture-window stateroom reserved exclusively for you.
Included Airfare Benefits
- Round-trip airfare is included whenever Viking arranges your flights.
- Round-trip airfare is included for your companion for assignments of 17 nights or longer .
- Air credit will be provided for you if you prefer to arrange your own flights.
One complimentary excursion is included for each Guest at every port of call.
Highlights of Onboard Comfort
- Complimentary WiFi.
- Complimentary self-service laundry for you and your companion.
- Complimentary nonalcoholic beverages,
- Complimentary wine or beer for lunch and dinner
- A 50% discount on onboard laundry service for you.
- A 50% discount on beverages for you and your companion, with the exception of bottled wine.
Scientists, researchers, academics, physicians, engineers, naturalists, science communicators, authors, educators, and other experts who enjoy making complex subjects clear, relevant, and fascinating .
Whether exploring the geology beneath a destination, the wildlife that inhabits it, the technology shaping our future, the mysteries of the universe, or the science of the human body, our Science Guest Speakers help turn curiosity into discovery.
If you enjoy sharing knowledge with discerning Guests and making science accessible without losing its depth, Viking is your stage.
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THAT INSPIRES
Join a program designed for intellectual curiosity, exploration, and meaningful exchange.
Bring your expertise. Bring your companion. Let your curiosity lead the way, and help our Guests discover not only where they are travelling, but how our extraordinary world works.
SEND US YOUR APPLICATION
- Your CV
- Relevant academic qualifications and scientific background
- Professional and research experience
- Teaching, lecturing, broadcasting, or public-speaking experience
- Relevant publications, books, articles, or research, where applicable
- Your principal areas of scientific expertise
- Proposed Lecture Titles & Synopses
We are particularly interested in engaging, accessible topics relating to:
- Wildlife, Ecology & Conservation
- Geology & Earth Sciences
- Technology & Innovation
- Health & Nutrition
- Astronomy & Space
- Marine Science
- Natural Environment
- Scientific Discovery & Exploration
Example Format
Guest Lecture with Dr. David Smith: “Fire Beneath Our Feet: The Science of Volcanoes.”
Discover the powerful geological forces that shape volcanic landscapes, from moving tectonic plates to spectacular eruptions, and explore what these processes reveal about our dynamic planet.
Guest Lecture with Dr. David Smith: “Voyage Through the Universe: From Our Solar System to Distant Galaxies.”
Journey beyond Earth to explore the planets, stars, and galaxies that have transformed our understanding of the universe and our place within it.
- Lecture Video Samples – Optional