Instructional Technologist

Organization: Academic Affairs-Dentistry

Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Schedule: Full-time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary of $52,500 annually, based on experience.

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

The college of dentistry is seeking an experienced Instructional Technologist to support the college and our Academic Affairs initiatives. This position will assist with the design, development, administration and troubleshooting of the Canvas Learning Management System, script and/or source code to support applications, and web development and website maintenance, as necessary.  Develops and implements professional learning and sustained improvement on the use of instructional technology through a variety of applications and across a variety of positions. Crafts, delivers, and supports technological innovation across curriculum for students, professional learning experiences for educators, and college and career readiness activities for all stakeholders.

Duties:

• Identifies technologies that enhance learning on campus  face-to-face, online, and through hybrid means of delivery. Performs initial research & development, assisting with tool discovery and understanding. Research and reporting of market trends.
• Works with staff to incorporate effective e-learning tools into curriculum and develops web-based information resources that enable stakeholders to use educational technologies effectively. 
• Troubleshoots and assists with technical issues related to instructional design or instructional technology. Provides Tier 1 support to faculty, students, and staff and serves as initial escalation point. Directs communication with Tier 2 support regarding support needs, upcoming changes, and downtime. 
• Facilitates and delivers trainings effectively to the campus community.
• Plans and designs learning experiences that use instructional content that meets the needs of the learners. Employs a variety of learning methods and emerging technologies to reach learning outcomes. Identifies appropriate evaluation techniques and applies them to measure the impact of the learning experience.
• Selects the most appropriate investigative methods or information retrieval systems, evaluating information and its sources critically.
• Conducts/reviews of internal and external stakeholder needs assessments.
• Identifies challenges in the facilitation of professional learning experiences and demonstrates an ability to select and apply the most effective solutions.
• Troubleshoots and assists with technical issues related to instructional design or instructional technology.  Perform scripting and/or source code development to support applications, and web development and website maintenance.  
• Generates assessments, evaluations, and activity reports as well as coordinating and documenting evaluation data report projects.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position. 

Job Requirements

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree, AND:

• 12 months working in instructional design and/or instructional technology. 

Equivalency Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree for a total of 60 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives
• Knowledge of instructional theories and design processes to develop a full curriculum
• Highly organized and demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Ability to work independently as well as collegiality with other staff members.

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Sit for prolonged periods. 
  • Communicate effectively and listen. 
  • Use of a computer and telephone. 
  • Ability to engage in repetitive motions.  
  • Communicate effectively and listen.  
• Environmental: Standard Office Environment. 

Department Preferences:

• Master’s Degree in Adult Learning and Education, or related field.
• Expert level experience with Canvas and/or other learning platform tools and software desired. Experience with eLearning and online curriculum development highly valued. Experience using TopHat, SimpleSyllabus or othersoftware is a plus.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:

The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

About Organization

Attracting top students from across the nation and more than 100 countries around the world, OU provides a major university experience in a private college atmosphere. In fact, OU is number one in the nation in the number of National Merit Scholars enrolled at a public university, and is in the top five of public universities in the nation in the graduation of Rhodes Scholars.

OU has emerged as a pacesetter for public higher education in the United States and is ranked by The Princeton Review among the top 10 public universities in the nation in terms of academic excellence and cost for students.