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POSITION SPECIFICS

The NSFSkilled Training in Administration and Institutional Research (STAIR)program at the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences at Penn State invites applications for the position ofInstructional Technology Specialist. This will be filled at Senior Professional level.

The Instructional Technology Specialist is a key contributor to our instructional innovation and digital learning ecosystem. This role supports research administrators and faculty Subject Matter Experts in developing research administration curriculum leveraging state-of-the-art tools and providing close mentorship and guidance. The Specialist will design multimedia instructional assets develop digital learning environments and guide SMEs in developing content that leverages pedagogically sound technology solutions.

This is aterm position funded for one year with the option to workremotely or in a hybrid capacity.

A successful candidate would demonstrate advanced knowledge of instructional technology practices have a good understanding of the research and research administration ecosystem work independently on moderately complex assignments and contribute strategically to improving instruction for research and research administration.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Technology Integration and SME Guidance:

• Identify instructional technology needs and recommend solutions that align with course and curriculum goals by seeking input from the STAIR leadership team and a variety of research administrators and faculty SMEs from Penn State and nationwide.
• Provide pedagogical and technical guidance on module functionality multimedia tools virtual learning platforms and online asynchronous teaching best practices.
• Facilitate meetings consultations and training sessions with the core STAIR team and SMEs on digital pedagogy accessibility and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Build draft portions of the content including templates and assessments as models for SMEs.
• Evaluate instructional needs for each module to be developed and create SME instructions and media plans for diverse training unit types.
• Design and produce digital assets including infographics illustrations videos animations audio content and interactive learning products that support learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain templates resource hubs course modules and multimedia-rich instructional materials.

Quality Assurance Accessibility Compliance and Assessment:

• Ensure all digital instructional materials conform to accessibility standards universal design principles and institutional quality guidelines.
• Collaborate with SMEs to implement accessible design practices across all media formats.
• Apply research methods to assess instructional technology effectiveness gather SME feedback identify gaps in content and suggest improvement approaches.
• Help collect analyze and interpret learning analytics related to technology usage and engagement.
• Produce evidence-based recommendations to enhance training effectiveness accessibility and learner experience.

Emerging Technology Exploration and Technical Support and Integration:

• Research and apply evolving technologies including AI tools immersive environments and gamification approaches and evaluate their potential instructional impact.
• Participate in SME working groups exploring innovative tools and assist in piloting new technologies.
• Troubleshoot instructional technology issues and partner with IT services to ensure seamless integration of developed training with the educational dissemination platforms.
• Assist with configuration testing and rollout of instructional tools to support faculty adoption and learner success.

Collaboration Leadership and Supervision:

• Serve as an indirect supervisor and mentor to part-time student assistants.
• Provide constructive feedback and review the work of SMEs and students for accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
• Coordinate project activities set priorities within established guidelines and monitor progress and results.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of instructional technologies asynchronous online training design and multimedia content creation.
• Proficiency in 360 Articulate (with AI) is a must. Proficiency in other multimedia tools and content creation platforms (e.g. Canva Google Suite WordPress) strongly encouraged.
• Demonstrated experience applying research methods and/or learning analytics to instructional challenges.
• Knowledge of or experience in research administration including familiarity with proposal development grant management compliance or related processes.
• Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly provide effective training and guide SMEs in using technology to support pedagogy.
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight and manage moderately complex instructional technology projects.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Familiarity with academic publishing research dissemination or federally funded projects.
• Experience developing professional development programs online course/training shells or other curriculum resources.
• Background working with multilingual or multicultural learning environments and adult learners.
• Experience designing online courses for higher education or training for professional audiences.
• Demonstrated working experience with web development tools and emerging technology trends in higher education.

Critical Skills: 360 Articulate (with AI) Content creation Creative problem solving Text and Visual Editing Educational technology Learning analytics for adult education Multimedia tools Familiarity with research ecosystems Training needs analysis Trend analysis Visual design.

Application Materials: To apply please visit Careers Human Resources please submit the following:

• Aresume
• A cover letter
• Aportfoliothat highlights your creative range and design expertise

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

The NSFSkilled Training in Administration and Institutional Research (STAIR)program at the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences at Penn State invites applications for the position ofInstructional Technology Specialist Senior Professional a key contributor to our instructional innovation and digital learning ecosystem. This role supports research administrators and faculty Subject Matter Experts in developing research administration curriculum leveraging state-of-the-art tools and providing close mentorship and guidance. The Specialist will design multimedia instructional assets develop digital learning environments and guide SMEs in developing content that leverages pedagogically sound technology solutions.

This is afull-time one-year contractwith the option to workremotely or in a hybrid capacity.

A senior Professional in this role would demonstrate advanced knowledge of instructional technology practices have a good understanding of the research and research administration ecosystem work independently on moderately complex assignments and contribute strategically to improving instruction for research and research administration.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Technology Integration & SME Guidance

• Identify instructional technology needs and recommend solutions that align with course and curriculum goals by seeking input from the STAIR leadership team and a variety of research administrators and faculty SMEs from Penn State and nationwide.
• Provide pedagogical and technical guidance on module functionality multimedia tools virtual learning platforms and online asynchronous teaching best practices.
• Facilitate meetings consultations and training sessions with the core STAIR team and SMEs on digital pedagogy accessibility and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Build draft portions of the content including templates and assessments as models for SMEs.
• Evaluate instructional needs for each module to be developed and create SME instructions and media plans for diverse training unit types.
• Design and produce digital assets including infographics illustrations videos animations audio content and interactive learning products that support learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain templates resource hubs course modules and multimedia-rich instructional materials.

Quality Assurance Accessibility Compliance & Assessment

• Ensure all digital instructional materials conform to accessibility standards universal design principles and institutional quality guidelines.
• Collaborate with SMEs to implement accessible design practices across all media formats.

• Apply research methods to assess instructional technology effectiveness gather SME feedback identify gaps in content and suggest improvement approaches.
• Help collect analyze and interpret learning analytics related to technology usage and engagement.
• Produce evidence-based recommendations to enhance training effectiveness accessibility and learner experience.

Emerging Technology Exploration & Technical Support & Integration

• Research and apply evolving technologies including AI tools immersive environments and gamification approaches and evaluate their potential instructional impact.
• Participate in SME working groups exploring innovative tools and assist in piloting new technologies.
• Troubleshoot instructional technology issues and partner with IT services to ensure seamless integration of developed training with the educational dissemination platforms.
• Assist with configuration testing and rollout of instructional tools to support faculty adoption and learner success.

Collaboration Leadership & Supervision

• Serve as an indirect supervisor and mentor to part-time student assistants.
• Provide constructive feedback and review the work of SMEs and students for accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
• Coordinate project activities set priorities within established guidelines and monitor progress and results.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of instructional technologies asynchronous online training design and multimedia content creation.
• Proficiency in 360 Articulate (with AI) is a must. Proficiency in other multimedia tools and content creation platforms (e.g. Canva Google Suite WordPress) strongly encouraged.
• Demonstrated experience applying research methods and/or learning analytics to instructional challenges.
• Knowledge of or experience in research administration including familiarity with proposal development grant management compliance or related processes.
• Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly provide effective training and guide SMEs in using technology to support pedagogy.
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight and manage moderately complex instructional technology projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with academic publishing research dissemination or federally funded projects.
• Experience developing professional development programs online course/training shells or other curriculum resources.
• Background working with multilingual or multicultural learning environments and adult learners.
• Experience designing online courses for higher education or training for professional audiences.
• Demonstrated working experience with web development tools and emerging technology trends in higher education.

Critical Skills

360 Articulate (with AI) Content creation Creative problem solving Text & Visual Editing Educational technology Learning analytics for adult education Multimedia tools Familiarity with research ecosystems Training needs analysis Trend analysis Visual design

To apply please visit Careers Human Resources please submit:

2.A cover letter

highlights your creative range and design expertise.

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