Academic Professional Associate in Instructional Technology
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Academic Professional Associate in Instructional Technology
This position will be housed within one of the Mary Frances Early College of Education’s nine academic departments and will serve as a bridge between faculty, staff, and IT professionals. The Associate will ensure that instructional technologies are strategically integrated across face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online learning environments, promoting innovative teaching practices, enhancing learning experiences, and supporting research excellence.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty, department leaders, and IT colleagues to assess instructional needs and provide expert guidance on technology‑enhanced teaching strategies, instructional design, course delivery, and assessment methods.
Design and deliver comprehensive professional development programs—workshops, hands‑on training, faculty learning communities, and personalized coaching—to support technology integration.
Provide strategic and operational support for instructional environments, ensuring reliable classroom and online technology, managing learning platforms, and coordinating troubleshooting and upgrades.
Guide faculty and staff in selecting and effectively using educational applications, collaboration platforms, multimedia tools, and research software, proactively monitoring software updates.
Research, pilot, and evaluate emerging technologies—including AI‑supported applications, VR/AR tools, and advanced media platforms—developing usability and pedagogical frameworks and providing evidence‑based recommendations.
Develop and maintain instructional resources and online hubs; lead and participate in technology‑enhanced teaching initiatives and strategic planning; use data‑driven assessment to refine services and align with accreditation standards.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in instructional technology, educational technology, information technology, or a related discipline (or a related field aligning with the college’s specializations).
At least 2 years of experience supporting instructional technologies in higher education or a comparable setting.
Proficiency with a broad range of educational software, productivity tools, and research applications; expertise in learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or D2L.
Familiarity with classroom and instructional technologies including interactive displays, wireless presentation systems, lecture capture, video conferencing, and digital collaboration platforms.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with proven ability to engage faculty, staff, and students in adopting new technologies.
Demonstrated capacity to evaluate, explain, and train others in the responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI‑supported tools.
At least 2 years of experience designing professional development programs and creating accessible instructional resources such as documentation, tutorials, or multimedia materials.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
Commitment to promoting accessibility, inclusivity, and equity in the use of instructional technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior higher education teaching experience of at least two years at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Experience with instructional design models and learning theory in technology‑rich environments.
Experience leading faculty development programs or communities of practice.
Experience writing or managing grants related to instructional technology or digital learning initiatives.
Evidence of scholarly activity (publications, conference presentations, grant‑funded projects).
Success in cross‑departmental or interdisciplinary collaborations.
Familiarity with accreditation processes and assessment of learning outcomes.
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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This position will be housed within one of the Mary Frances Early College of Education’s nine academic departments and will serve as a bridge between faculty, staff, and IT professionals. The Associate will ensure that instructional technologies are strategically integrated across face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online learning environments, promoting innovative teaching practices, enhancing learning experiences, and supporting research excellence.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty, department leaders, and IT colleagues to assess instructional needs and provide expert guidance on technology‑enhanced teaching strategies, instructional design, course delivery, and assessment methods.
Design and deliver comprehensive professional development programs—workshops, hands‑on training, faculty learning communities, and personalized coaching—to support technology integration.
Provide strategic and operational support for instructional environments, ensuring reliable classroom and online technology, managing learning platforms, and coordinating troubleshooting and upgrades.
Guide faculty and staff in selecting and effectively using educational applications, collaboration platforms, multimedia tools, and research software, proactively monitoring software updates.
Research, pilot, and evaluate emerging technologies—including AI‑supported applications, VR/AR tools, and advanced media platforms—developing usability and pedagogical frameworks and providing evidence‑based recommendations.
Develop and maintain instructional resources and online hubs; lead and participate in technology‑enhanced teaching initiatives and strategic planning; use data‑driven assessment to refine services and align with accreditation standards.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in instructional technology, educational technology, information technology, or a related discipline (or a related field aligning with the college’s specializations).
At least 2 years of experience supporting instructional technologies in higher education or a comparable setting.
Proficiency with a broad range of educational software, productivity tools, and research applications; expertise in learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or D2L.
Familiarity with classroom and instructional technologies including interactive displays, wireless presentation systems, lecture capture, video conferencing, and digital collaboration platforms.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with proven ability to engage faculty, staff, and students in adopting new technologies.
Demonstrated capacity to evaluate, explain, and train others in the responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI‑supported tools.
At least 2 years of experience designing professional development programs and creating accessible instructional resources such as documentation, tutorials, or multimedia materials.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
Commitment to promoting accessibility, inclusivity, and equity in the use of instructional technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior higher education teaching experience of at least two years at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Experience with instructional design models and learning theory in technology‑rich environments.
Experience leading faculty development programs or communities of practice.
Experience writing or managing grants related to instructional technology or digital learning initiatives.
Evidence of scholarly activity (publications, conference presentations, grant‑funded projects).
Success in cross‑departmental or interdisciplinary collaborations.
Familiarity with accreditation processes and assessment of learning outcomes.
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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