Instructional Technologist

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Instructional Technologist position within the Innovation Technology Services Department.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

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The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
• Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

Salary Range: $62,755 to $72,100

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The Instructional Technologist plays a pivotal role in supporting faculty, students, and staff in effectively integrating instructional technology into teaching and learning. Reporting to the Director of Instructional Technology and working alongside the Canvas LMS Administrator, this position is responsible for leading incident management of academic technology support, managing specific systems in the academic technology stack, responding to service requests, and supporting emerging instructional technologies with a particular emphasis on AI literacy and innovation.

The role fosters faculty engagement by co-designing AI-enhanced learning experiences, developing and delivering workshops on AI literacy, and providing individualized consultation on instructional technology strategies. Additionally, the Instructional Technologist collaborates with instructional designers, faculty, students, and administrative departments to explore innovative ways to integrate AI and digital tools into curricula while maintaining a commitment to pedagogical effectiveness, accessibility, and student success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Service Delivery and Faculty Support (30%)
  • Maintain and enhance ticket management and academic technology support for faculty, staff, and students
  • Provide faculty consultations on integrating instructional technology and AI tools into teaching and learning
  • Design and facilitate workshops on AI literacy that align with the instructional technology skill development program, the guidelines of the AI Institute for the Common Good and incorporate best practices in instructional technology and innovative teaching methodologies
  • Develop AI-enhanced response templates and processes to improve efficiency in addressing common instructional technology questions and requests
  • Support faculty in troubleshooting LMS-related issues and exploring integrations with AI-powered educational tools

• AI Literacy and Pedagogical Innovation (30%)
  • Lead targeted initiatives to integrate AI tools and platforms into teaching and learning environments, focusing on high-impact faculty workshops and one-on-one coaching
  • Collaborate with instructional designers to develop AI-enhanced learning activities and personalized learning solutions, prioritizing projects with the greatest potential impact
  • Research strategic AI technologies for pedagogical effectiveness, focusing on a select number of tools each year, and provide recommendations for their adoption
  • Develop and share high-impact case studies on AI implementation in teaching and learning, emphasizing ethical and accessible use
  • Conduct strategic consultations with faculty on effective use of AI tools in course design and delivery, addressing key concerns around data privacy and algorithmic bias

• System Administration and Academic Technology Management (20%)
  • Maintain and support assigned instructional technology platforms
  • Participate in, and coordinate as appropriate, testing and implementation of emerging instructional technologies, including AI-powered educational tools
  • Work with the Information Security, Institutional Data, and Application & Cloud teams to ensure secure, scalable, and effective implementation of technology solutions
  • Establish and manage R&D testing environment(s) for instructional technology pilots

• Cross-functional Collaboration and Outreach (15%)
  • Partner with faculty, students, and administrators to assess instructional technology needs and develop tailored solutions, leveraging AI wherever practical
  • Work closely with instructional designers, research teams, and academic departments to align technology solutions with institutional goals
  • Collaborate with the Information Security, Institutional Data, and Application & Cloud teams to ensure alignment between research, development, and production environments
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer and develop resources to support campus-wide instructional technology initiatives

• Professional Development and Research (5%)
  • Stay current with emerging trends in AI, instructional technology, and pedagogy through research, professional development, and industry conferences
  • Contribute to institutional knowledge by documenting and sharing best practices specifically focused on the integration of AI within instructional technology. This includes exploring how AI can enhance teaching methodologies and learning outcomes
  • Participate in relevant higher education technology networks and represent the institution in external forums when appropriate

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education technology, computer science, information technology or a related field

• Three years of experience with instructional design, AI in education, and/or faculty development

• Strong background in training, particularly in digital pedagogies and AI literacy

• Knowledge of LMS administration and instructional technology ecosystems

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills have been acquired may be substituted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education technology, computer science, information technology or a related field

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.