The Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence (CATE) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invites applicants for a position of Associate Director for Instructional Innovation, who will advance the CATE mission to support the UIC community of educators in their efforts to improve instruction, innovate in the classroom, and transform the teaching culture.
This Associate Director will design, deliver, and assess professional learning opportunities for UIC instructors that couple evidence-based practices with the enabling of digital tools in support of innovative and effective pedagogy. The Associate Director will be responsible for advancing professional learning opportunities for UIC instructors by developing resources and implementing programs to support adoption of innovative and effective teaching practices that engage diverse learners in a variety of disciplines and in courses delivered via multiple modalities of instruction (e.g., online, on campus, hybrid). In addition, the Associate Director will consult with faculty on evidence-based teaching practices and organize and facilitate professional development programs such as on-campus workshops and online webinars.
Qualifications:
- PhD or other terminal degree in an academic discipline
- Demonstrated experience (1-2 years) in teaching and/or curriculum development at the university level
- Demonstrated ability to deliver pedagogical training to instructors on using educational technologies and accessible, engaging, learner-centered instructional practices across multiple modalities of instruction
- Knowledge of adult learning theories and research-based educational practices used in teaching and curriculum development
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education with knowledge of matters relevant to UIC context and the lived experiences of UIC students
- Demonstrated ability to deliver in-person and online pedagogical training to instructors who teach undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional school courses; skill in interacting effectively with large groups of differing social, educational, economic backgrounds
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and pay attention to details
- Ability to work independently and as a productive, constructive team member
Preferred:
- Experience in academic administration in college or university setting
- Ability to work hybrid schedule
Application Instructions
To apply, candidates should submit a 1-2 page cover letter expressing their interest in and summarizing their qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page teaching statement, a 1-2 page diversity statement, and the names and contact information for three professional references online to https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/11993?c=uic. Candidates may also submit up to five pages in materials from their professional portfolio that they feel would assist the search committee with an evaluation of their application.
Working Conditions
General office environment. Must be available to work a hybrid schedule and be on campus at least 3 days per week. Occasional travel for work-related conferences and events, including professional development opportunities at least once per year. Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual acumen, manual dexterity and fingering for working with computer keyboards.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
