Instructional Technologist I - Data Analyst

Description

As an employee of Hobart and William Smith Colleges, the Instructional Technologist – Data Analyst promotes technology integration in the curriculum and supports the exploration of emerging learning technologies, including supporting faculty research. This position partners with HWS faculty members to explore and evaluate innovative ways to use data-related technology and pedagogies to support learning environments where students can succeed. This role resides within the Digital Learning Team, which is a part of the Learning Commons, a collaborative, cross-organizational venture between the Library, Center for Teaching and Learning, and IT Services. This team member will be expected to assess instructional and learning needs, design and recommend technology solutions, develop faculty and student support materials, implement instructional strategies to achieve learning goals, and practice continuous professional development. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping classroom instruction and enhancing student learning outcomes. Candidates with a strong background in learning technologies, coding, and data analysis—combined with prior classroom teaching experience—will be well-qualified for this position. Exceptional applicants may also be considered for a 'Professor of Practice' appointment within the Data Analytics program; subject to review by program faculty.

Essential Responsibilities:

●      Participate in curriculum development, and technology selection discussions at course, program, and institutional levels.

●      Advise, support, and assist with the use of data science tools (R-Posit Cloud and Posit Connect, Python-Jupyter Notebooks, GIS, SQL and GitHub.) that lead to the achievement of learning outcomes.

●      Design, recommend, implement, and evaluate the use of data science tools as a demonstration of learning in student projects.

●      Provide instructional and integration support for RStudio R-Posit Cloud and Posit Connect, Python-Jupyter Notebooks, GIS, SQL and GitHub

●      Design, develop, deliver and evaluate faculty and student development opportunities related to the use of data analysis tools, but not limited to, R-Posit Cloud and Posit Connect, Python-Jupyter Notebooks, GIS, SQL and GitHub

Additional Responsibilities:

●      Develop and deliver programs, training, workshops, and resources, which promote the effective use of digital tools for teaching and learning and faculty research with both students and faculty.

●      Provide assistance to faculty who are developing methodologies and strategies for improving student learning outcomes. This may include supporting courses through the use of instructional design pedagogy and education technologies. This occurs at both the course-level and through stewardship of institution-wide initiatives.

●      Create and maintain learning objects and modules (e.g. Canvas LMS) in support of technology-integrated teaching and learning.

●      Articulate, demonstrate, and apply best practices in the use of digital resources for teaching, learning, and scholarship.

●      Provide leadership, programmatic collaboration, and instructional design in areas of specialization and skill (see below).

●      Assist in the discovery, administration, and delivery of educational technologies; ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently; interest in and desire to teach others about them.

●      Collaborate and partner with a diverse constituency: subject matter experts, faculty, students and staff; ability to advise, recommend, implement, and assess strategies that lead to the achievement of curricular objectives.

●      Provide expert hours and drop-in support for curricular technology needs.

●      As a campus leader and facilitator of innovation, represent IT Services on campus committees, working groups, and academic department planning conversations.

●      Collaborate with Learning Commons colleagues to fulfill educational needs and curricular goals.

●      Document service and solutions within the ticketing and incident management systems while demonstrating ITIL-based service management.

Other Responsibilities 

·         Participates in cross-functional projects at a IT department level. 

 

·         Represents Colleges and the IT Department as a principal contact for community members, vendors, contractors, and the public. 

 

·         Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization, and data management while promoting a security culture. 

 

·         Must complete all required federal, state, institutional, and department training. 

 

·         Engages in a planned professional development program and maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry, including best practices, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends. 

 

·         Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to unique social, cultural, and economic circumstances. 

 

·         Demonstrate knowledge of the Colleges’ educational philosophy and mission. 

 

·         Performs other related duties as required. 

Other Information:

This is a full-time, 12-month, benefits-eligible administrative position. Work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the academic year, with a possible shortened workweek during the scheduled summer hours period. Some on-call, weekend, and evening hours may be necessary. The position will be located in Geneva, NY., with the option for partially remote work. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned.  Annual salary is $60,500 - $75,500.

Qualifications

●      Bachelors degree required, Master’s degree preferred in education, geography (GIS), data analytics, computer/information science, math/statistics, sociology, psychology, natural sciences, economics, management/entrepreneurship - or training-related field and/or a certificate in Data Analytics from an accredited program

●      1 – 3 years of professional experience with educational technology tools

●      Experience as classroom teacher or trainer

●      Demonstrable ability to write and interpret code in at least one programming language widely used in academic research, such as R or Python

●      Demonstrated experience in written and interpersonal communication skills to facilitate meetings, write status reports, develop project plans, and generate cost estimates.

●      Strong project management orientation.

●      Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

●      Experience providing technical support to users of a learning management, data management, or content management system, or to users of specialized software applications.

●      Experience developing curriculum, training materials, or technical documentation.

 

The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, military status, including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, social class, or any other category or characteristic protected by applicable law.

About HWS

 

A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.

 

 

Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men’s Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, military status, including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, social class, or any other category or characteristic protected by applicable law.