Position: Curricular Technology Specialist in Natural and Social Sciences
Institution: Grinnell College
Location: Iowa


Search Summary: Grinnell College, a residential liberal arts college, seeks a Curricular Technology Specialist (CTS) to support faculty use of instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning in classroom settings and as a supplement to the classroom.

Responsibilities: This CTS develops collaborative projects with faculty to enhance teaching and learning involving techniques such as statistical analysis, GIS, survey design and analysis, data visualization, and database design and maintenance. The person will work closely with the College's data librarian and digital asset managers and also collaborate with Information Technology Services personnel and Academic Support specialists. In addition, the person works as part of a team of CTSs supporting instructional technology applications, training, and course development campus-wide. The CTSs serve as consultants, advocates, and classroom support teachers for technology applications that serve teaching and learning goals of Grinnell's faculty members. They work with faculty members, librarians, and administrative staff to further the educational mission of a residential liberal arts college, offer creative workshops for faculty members to encourage advancements in teaching and scholarship, contribute to maintaining an effective curricular technology infrastructure, and engage with the broader curricular technology community nationwide. The CTSs report to an Associate Dean of the College and to the Director of Information Technology Services (dual report). Selected projects of the CTS team are accessible at http://www.grinnell.edu/offices/instructionaltechnologies/.

Qualifications: Graduate degree preferred, Bachelor's degree and experience possible; academic background or professional experience in a science discipline required; a demonstrable record of experience and expertise in instructional technology; excellent oral, written, and visual communication skills; an ability to convey technical concepts effectively to different constituencies at a level appropriate to the audience; and an understanding of the mission of a liberal arts college. Expertise in more than one of the following areas is required: scientific instrument support, statistical analysis of large data sets, spatial analysis, relational database design, data visualization, and scientific modeling. Preferred: teaching experience; experience working with faculty integrating technology into the curriculum.

Application Process: Submit a letter of application, a resume, and a list of three employment references to: Stacy Koehler, Office of Human Resources, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112-1690, or send e-mail to HR@grinnell.edu or fax to 641-269-4885. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Additional information can be found on the college's website.

About Grinnell: Founded in 1846, Grinnell College (www.grinnell.edu/) is a highly selective residential liberal arts college that enrolls 1600 students who come from every state and 50 countries around the world. Capitalizing on a student/faculty ratio of 9:1 and an average class size of 17 students, the College's curricular and research programs incorporate active learning and collaborative work between students and faculty, a strong, growing commitment to undergraduate research, and an increasing focus on interdisciplinary study. The town of Grinnell offers rich resources for living and learning. An active local foods movement, well-preserved architectural gems, an excellent regional medical center, well-supported day-care and pre-school programs, the Galaxy teen center, good schools, vibrant community arts organizations, downtown coffee shops and cinema, and distinctive shops and restaurants reflect a strong local commitment to a high quality of life.

Grinnell College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicants shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, creed or disability.