Learning Technologist in Learning Design

Associate PVC Learning & Teaching

The Education Department is seeking to recruit individuals who have a genuine passion and strong track record in the enhancement and innovation of learning, teaching and assessment in a higher education setting.  It is an exciting time to join the University as it progresses its Education Strategy 2021 – 2025, and develops a new institutional Aston 2030 Strategy. 

The University’s commitment to providing all learners with a high quality, ‘best in class’ academic student experience is signified by its investment in these important new roles.  Digital pedagogies, authentic assessment and blended and hybrid models of delivery and assessment are key areas of focus for these posts, and successful candidates will be able to evidence their knowledge, understanding and expertise in these areas.  Joining existing Academic Practice and Technology-Enhanced Learning teams within the University’s central Education Department, this new role will contribute to the realisation of Aston’s vision for learning and teaching.

You will have: 

• Evidence of having successfully created learning objects and resources for use in higher education institutions.
• A demonstrable, comprehensive knowledge and understanding of instructional theory and effective assessment practices. 
• Evidence of having produced high quality, user-friendly instruction guides and rubrics and delivering effective training to support academic staff and student instructors in a higher education setting. 

For an informal discussion or any queries about this post, please contact Alison Thompson: a.thompson9@aston.ac.uk 

Interview Dates: 11th or 12th May, to be confirmed

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

 

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