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Job Overview

The Center for New Designs in Learning and Scholarship (CNDLS) and Georgetown University invites applications for a Faculty Developer position. The Faculty Developer will manage CNDLS projects for Georgetown faculty and instructors across a variety of areas that promote inclusive and innovative teaching, foster student learning, and building community at Georgetown. Primarily under the direction of the Director of Faculty Initiatives at CNDLS, this individual serves as a practice expert in faculty development models and strategies; works as an academic and instructional specialist in emerging pedagogical strategies and educational technologies; and acts as a liaison with the larger campus community, particularly in working as part of the CNDLS team as it translates teaching practices into student-centered, active, inclusive, and connected learning experiences. 

This is a dynamic position whose responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Leading CNDLS offerings including Curriculum Enrichment Grants, Mid-Semester Teaching Feedback, and other programs

   

  Working on the design, development, and facilitation of new programming

   

  Contributing to programming for the annual Teaching, Learning and Innovation Summer Institute as well as other key faculty workshops and events. 

   

  Collaborating with the Senior Associate Director for Inclusive Pedagogy on the administration of the Engelhard Project for Connecting Life and Learning

   

  Providing consultation and design support for online courses

   

  Serving as a team member across online and multimedia programs

   

This position offers opportunities for professional growth, including educational and training opportunities throughout the university and support for professional development.

Work Interactions

The position reports to the Director of Faculty Initiatives and is responsible for significant portions of the organization’s faculty development programs. The position also provides leadership and collaboration with staff in other areas of CNDLS.  They may supervise graduate students and collaborate with university faculty, department chairs, all CNDLS staff, and with Directors and staff of centers across the university. By supporting teaching and learning across the campus, this position helps Georgetown achieve the goal of being a student-centered research university. 

Requirements and Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD and a demonstrated commitment to improving their own teaching through research-based practices.

Requirements include:

• Teaching experience at the college/university level

   

  Experience leading workshops and facilitating other faculty development programming

   

  Expertise in online course and curriculum design 

   

  Facility with Canvas, Zoom, lecture capture tools

   

  Demonstrated experience leading projects and organizing events in higher education setting

   

  Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and think critically about issues in teaching and learning and higher education

   

  Project management experience and attention to detail

   

  Ability to work well in teams as well as independently while managing multiple concurrent projects

   

  Superb oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with faculty across multiple disciplines

   

Preferred

• Some knowledge of design and media development/production

   

  Experience providing individual consultation on teaching and learning issues.

   

  Evidence of participating in the scholarship of teaching and learning and/or assisting others with Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) initiatives.

   

  Valued dispositions of flexibility, curiosity, listening, empathy, collaboration, and resilience

   

This position has been designated as Hybrid, 3 days on campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

About CNDLS

For over twenty years CNDLS has served as Georgetown University's integrated center for teaching, learning, innovation and educational technology.  We are passionate about working with faculty to create inclusive, enriching, and transformational learning experiences for students.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume  for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

The Georgetown University community is committed to our public health approach and the important role that vaccines play in contributing to the safety of our University and our broader communities. Georgetown University requires students, faculty, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to have received a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot when eligible, or to have an approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement applies to all faculty and staff, including teleworking employees. Complete details and updates can be found in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center.