Sr. Instructional Tech Specialist
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
The Sr. Instructional Tech Specialist assists university faculty and other clients in the design, development, and maintenance of technology-enabled learning experiences. While the primary focus of the position is instructional technology support and course development, a digital media specialization provides complementary expertise that enhances department and university initiatives. Through one-on-one consulting, training, and mentorship, the Sr. Instructional Tech Specialist supports faculty and team members in the effective use of technology to enhance teaching and learning in face-to-face and online environments.
Responsibilities
- Assists university faculty and other clients to design, develop, and integrate technology enabled learning in their courses and materials.
- Provides coaching in instructional design, learning management systems, and/or other software necessary to develop and implement courses.
- Develop effective website content, multimedia visual aids and presentations, video demonstrations, e