Technology Consultant, Pedagogy and Scholarship - 502535 at University of Richmond in Richmond, Virginia

Job Description:

SUMMARY:


Working closely with the team at the Teaching and Scholarship Hub (Faculty Hub), the Technology Consultant, Pedagogy and Scholarship, provides support to faculty in the appropriate use of technology to enhance inclusive teaching goals and faculty scholarship goals. The person in this role not only needs to have a strong understanding of current and emerging technologies but must also be flexible and responsive to the shifting needs of University of Richmond faculty. Relationship building and collaboration is a cornerstone of this role. In addition to working with faculty from all five schools, the Technology Consultant will develop strong relationships with campus partners. Finally, as a member of the Faculty Hub team, the Technology Consultant will share our collaborative, inclusive, and mutually supportive spirit as we work together to advance the strategic priorities of the University of Richmond.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate effectively with staff and the Director of the Faculty Hub to develop, implement, and assess educational development programs and activities that relate to teaching and scholarship
• Conduct confidential, formative, solution-focused consultations with individual faculty on topics related to teaching and scholarship
• Support faculty needs around generative AI and other emergent technologies
• Expand self-knowledge in technologies as they relate to higher education, including engagement in professional development
• Create and maintain digital resources related to Faculty Hub priorities
• Contribute to the strategic planning for the Faculty Hub and address new needs and opportunities for faculty development
• Additional duties as assigned by the Director of the Faculty Hub

QUALIFICATIONS:


Required

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships and to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Understanding of best practices in educational development
• Experience in effective instructional support with attention to inclusive practices
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic technology
• Expertise in widely used hardware, software applications, resources and technologies
• Ability to learn new hardware and software independently
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently

Preferred (preferred candidates will possess some but not necessarily all of these characteristics):

• Experience in developing and delivering effective workshops, tutorials, or training on pedagogy and technology
• Experience with one-on-one consulting, coaching, mentoring, or training
• Experience in instructional design, course design, or curriculum design
• Experience with educational assessment practices
• Experience in a teaching and learning center

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:


Required

• Master's Degree
• Two years of experience teaching in a higher education environment or equivalent experiences in adult learning or training

Preferred

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D. or equivalent)
• Combined four years of experience teaching in a higher education environment (or equivalent experiences in adult learning or training) and educational development

WORK HOURS:

• Full-time, exempt position
• Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; 7.75 hrs./day; 38.75 hrs./week

SALARY STRUCTURE:

Pay Grade 7 (Hiring Range $54,413.00 to $72,093.00 annually)


ABOUT UR:

At the University of Richmond, we're creative, inclusive, and determined. We're Spiders, and our mission is to create positive change in the UR community and beyond. Located minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond (www.richmond.edu) blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. There's only one place like Richmond.

UR is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development and institutional success. In keeping with this commitment, our academic community welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and candidates who support diversity. EOE Apply Now