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Director of Digital Learning & Innovation and Open-Rank Fixed-Term Faculty

Employer
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
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Education, Educational Administration & Leadership
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Department:

SW-School of Social Work - 380100

Posting Open Date:

02/04/2025

Application Deadline:

03/14/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Director of Digital Learning & Innovation and Open-Rank Fixed-Term Faculty

Appointment Type:

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005453

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent upon qualifications and experience

Proposed Start Date:

06/01/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, improve lives. The School’s curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content, and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues.

Position Summary:

The School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for an open rank fixed-term faculty position (12-month). This fixed-term faculty position will also hold a secondary appointment (12-month, at-will) as the Director of Digital Learning and Innovation. The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The curriculum supports this mission and includes a focus on evidence-based practice; concern for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families, and communities; and the design and development of social interventions. This position and its secondary appointment will be reviewed annually for reappointment.

We are seeking applicants with a depth of social work experience to contribute effectively as a faculty member in the School of Social Work and as the Director of Digital Learning and Innovation. Successful candidates will have the ability to teach generalist and specialization courses in an accredited MSW program and have prior experience teaching across both on-the-ground and online class formats. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience developing and/or translating traditional didactic teaching methods to interactive, digital platforms in on-the-ground and online classrooms.

This is a non-tenured position and teaching responsibilities will include teaching three courses per year in the School of Social Work’s educational programs. Additional responsibilities will include advising students, serving on committees, and other service duties as required. Service responsibilities for this position will include chairing the Digital Learning and Innovation Committee and serving on workgroups related to digital accessibility and generative artificial intelligence (AI).

Serving as the Director of Digital Learning and Innovation, this position will partner with on-the-ground faculty to introduce, translate, and implement digital active learning activities into the classroom with the goal of enhancing student engagement and critical thinking. This position will explore and promote new digital teaching methodologies that align with course goals and learning outcomes, to help our faculty integrate inclusivity and accessibility into their teaching.

The Director will also collaborate with faculty, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to advise and consult on the creation of high-quality digital course materials that meet accessibility standards and engage diverse learning in both synchronous and asynchronous formats. The position provides leadership and guidance to all faculty involved in course development and instructional delivery, staying current with trends and innovations in digital learning to share insights and recommendations to continuously improve course delivery across teaching platforms. The Director works closely with our Digital Pedagogy Coach, who develops resources to enhance faculty proficiency in using digital tools for teaching and learning and offers advanced workshops focused on emerging technologies like AI, interactive simulations, and personalized digital learning platforms. The Director will have opportunities to collaborate with SSW leadership and administrators to create and implement online certificate programs to address the evolving needs of the social work profession, enhance career opportunities, and meet community needs. The Director establishes peer-led learning communities, supports ongoing faculty initiatives, and maintains a centralized online hub with resources, toolkits, and on-the-demand training related to digital learning.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Applicants must possess a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree from an accredited Council of Social Work Education program and two years post-MSW social work experience.

This position is advertised as open rank; to be considered at a Clinical Assistant Professor rank, applicants must additionally possess 7 years of relevant experience (6 of which must be post-Master’s) or a doctoral degree in social work or in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Preferred qualifications include a minimum of 5 years’ experience in digital learning and pedagogy; online education program development and instruction; higher education leadership; experience teaching in a seminar-like format; relationship-building skills; a superior record of teaching and training; the ability to integrate research and scholarship into course development, assignments, and lectures; familiarity with online software and tools in academia, such as Canvas; the ability to develop and implement new digital technologies and methods; and the ability to problem-solve, team-build, and manage multiple competing demands.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

Candidates should electronically upload a CV, a cover letter outlining interest and prior experience, a teaching and service statement, and include three to four references with their institution, email, and phone number. The service statement should be uploaded as “Other Document.” Optional document uploads may include teaching evaluations and/or sample course materials (i.e., syllabus, assignments, or sample lecture notes).Please note that referees will receive a system generated email to upload a referee letter, if the candidate advances to the candidate pool.

Organization

The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.

Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.


Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894

Total Student Enrollment: 30,011

Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States

Type of Institution: Public, four-year

Undergraduate Admission: 15,961

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039

Total Student Enrollment: 26,000

Faculty: 3,000

Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent

Faculty/student ratio: 1/14

Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.

Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.

Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400

Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.

Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!

Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu

Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu

Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.

Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career

Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.

Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.

Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci

The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad

The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors

Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.

UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.

UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.

Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.

Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm

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