Job Description
This position has an expected end date of December 20, 2027.
Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.
The School of Dentistry has been at the University of Alberta since 1917 and is part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and the College of Health Sciences. The school serves an integral role in educating a part of the healthcare workforce in Alberta and beyond.
The school offers undergraduate programs in Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and Dental Assisting. We offer graduate programs in Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Oral Biology, Oral Medicine, Orthodontics and Periodontology.
There are 24 Faculty, 42 Academic Teaching Staff (ATS), and over 200 Excluded Academic staff, that are supported by the Student & Academic Services unit.
Our Mission: Improving the health of the people of Alberta and beyond through leadership in
oral/maxillofacial health care, education, research/scholarship, and providing service that is responsive to social needs.
The Instructional Support Coordinator reports to the Manager, Curriculum. This position is responsible for supporting instructional design and instructors, course development, and student support. The Instructional Support Coordinator supports a culture of quality teaching and curriculum delivery, interacting with faculty, fellow staff and students.
The Role Provides Support In The Following Areas
- curricular and technology integration
- program accreditation and student support
- instructional and digital learning
Responsibilities
- Provide consultation and support to faculty and students to integrate new technologies into their teaching (Google Suite, Canvas, Office Suite, Zoom, .med Suite, Campus Solutions, etc.)
- Support introduction of new technologies within the faculty;
- Supports the creation of technical resources for delivery of online, blended and web-enhanced education.
- Develops resources (e.g., course materials, instructional videos, online quizzes, etc) to support academic staff development involving curriculum design and delivery.
- Support the Curriculum Review and Renewal (CRR) process
- Coordinates and support initiatives relating to the collection and preliminary analyses of data for the purposes of course delivery improvement
- Support best practices as they relate to student and academic success
- Provide program and learning objective mapping supports
- Provide consultation services to academic staff on issues related to instructional practices, active learning and delivery of online, blended and web-enhanced education
- Contribute to and attends Curriculum Committee meetings
- Guide faculty on the use of technology to deliver and support instruction (Zoom, Canvas)
- Promote use and awareness of resources, expertise, equipment and facilities
Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree in Education or related discipline is required.
- Minimum two years experience in instructional design, training, and curriculum development
- Post secondary experience in a related role (eg. supporting academic staff with instructional or curriculum delivery) is preferred.
- Knowledge of new and emerging teaching and learning technologies and how to integrate them into online learning is required.
- The following skills and attributes are valued: problem-solving and critical-thinking skills' superior writing, speaking, and communication skills, ability to meet multiple deadlines, multi-task, and balance numerous projects while maintaining a perspective on long-term program goals, strong general technology skills with a willingness to learn new tools and software applications
- The following experience is valued: experience within a project team, experience working with campus e-learning tools such as Canvas, Zoom and Google Workplace, additionally, experience with a website editing program such us (HTML, CSS, Photoshop, In Design) is beneficial.
Application Instructions
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package .
About Us
The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more .
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
About The Team
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.
