Department Purpose

Located in the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE) works collaboratively and creatively with instructors and university academic administrators to foster, build, implement, and institutionalize evidence-based and equitable instructional practices at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis). This work is in direct alignment with Goal 1 and Goal 3 of the UC Davis To Boldly Go  Strategic Plan (https://leadership.ucdavis.edu/strategic-plan). CEE seeks an Education Specialist for Hybrid and Online Pedagogies. CEE invites candidates who can contribute to a culture of equity-mindedness and a strengths-based outlook both to student learning and the teaching community at UC Davis.

Job Summary

Under general direction of and reporting to the Director of the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE), the Education Specialist for Hybrid and Online Pedagogies provides support for instructional initiatives of the Office of Undergraduate Education (UE) and University of California, Davis (UC Davis). As an integral member of CEE, this Education Specialist designs, administers, and evaluates programmatic efforts related to the advancement of evidence-based and equity-focused learning for the UC Davis teaching community (e.g., ladder-rank professors, teaching professors, adjunct faculty, graduate student instructors/teaching assistants, and postdoctoral scholars). The Education Specialist for Hybrid and Online Pedagogies designs, administers, and evaluates programmatic efforts related to the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) for teaching and learning in hybrid, online, and virtual settings. These duties include: 1) leading initiatives in educational development programming across disciplines for hybrid and online teaching; 2) conducting learning and teaching consultations for faculty at the intersection of pedagogy and educational technology; 3) serving as the staff contact in system-facing efforts to build instructional capacity in hybrid and online settings; 4) designing effective teaching and learning materials for interactive multimedia formats; 5) facilitating and supporting learning colloquia/communities; and 6) working collaboratively with campus partners on matters related to learning and teaching in hybrid and online courses with key instructional units and initiatives at UC Davis (e.g., The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion; Academic Technology Services, Office of Student Success and Judicial Affairs; Student Disability Services).

POSITION INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS     

• Sit at desk/computer for extended periods of time reading fine print online and hard copy.
• Bend, stoop, reach, lift and shift boxes, equipment, supplies, maneuver conference room furniture and files weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Travel to various campus office locations throughout the year.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

• Flexible work schedule and work setting (e.g., hybrid). In-person and on-campus work is expected 2-3 days a week and may vary based on operational needs.
• Occasional work during evenings and weekends to meet operational needs.
• Restricted vacation during peak workload periods.
• Employee is personally responsible for following safety procedures/guidelines.
• Manage and complete projects in an open workspace environment of interruptions, background distractions, traffic, and noise from computer printers, copier, ringing telephones, and conversations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience from which comparable skills in the areas of learning and teaching support were acquired and applied to the improvement of established and emergent issues in undergraduate education across Humanities, Social Science and/or STEM fields.
• Two years of teaching as the instructor of record in a post-secondary educational setting.
• Two + years of experience in teaching synchronous and asynchronous online courses in a post-secondary educational setting.
• Experience designing, facilitating and evaluating educational development programs that advance equitable and inclusive teaching and learning, such as workshops, institutes, colloquia and learning communities, and other teaching activities for faculty and/or graduate students.
• Direct experience in successfully working with diversity, equity, and inclusivity initiatives with a range faculty, staff, and students representing intersecting social and professional identities.
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing hybrid and/or online educational development initiatives, programs, and/or projects.
• Project management skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently. Advanced interpersonal communication skills across modalities (e.g., written, verbal, web-based).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in a STEM field. Doctoral candidates with an established defense date of September 2023 or earlier will be considered.
• Five + years of teaching as the instructor of record in a post-secondary educational setting.
• Three + years of experience in teaching synchronous and asynchronous online courses in a post-secondary educational setting.
• Experience working within a teaching and learning center or equivalent. This includes a STEM teaching and learning center or STEM education organizations.
• Knowledge of best practices in instructional design for post-secondary institutions.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance.
• Knowledge of evaluation protocols for user experience, accessibility, and impact to guide project development.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected .

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.