Job Summary
A seasoned professional contributor who plays a key role in driving the design and development of educational materials and curricula. This individual works independently with limited supervision and leads projects or processes within their area of responsibility. They collaborate closely with educators to design instructional content that introduces, reinforces, and explains subject matter effectively, ensuring alignment with current trends and best practices in pedagogy.
This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program. At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together. Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.
What You'll Be Doing:
Curriculum Design & Innovation:
- Independently lead and manage curriculum-related projects, including the development of new modules and revision of existing content.
- Design, develop, and implement engaging instructional content and assessments, particularly in areas such as microcontrollers, software programming, and Excel.
- Ensure curriculum aligns with learning outcomes, accessibility standards, and emerging educational best practices.
- Collaborate with faculty, instructional teams, and external partners to align curricula with pedagogical goals and academic integrity standards.
- Gather and evaluate student feedback and learning data to support continuous improvement of curricular content and instructional strategies
- Stay current with educational research and technology trends to continually improve pedagogy and delivery methods.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- Provide guidance, training, and informal supervision to graduate teaching assistants or entry-level staff supporting instructional delivery.
- Oversee delegation of work, review deliverables, and ensure best practices in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Engage with faculty, academic departments, and external partners to drive curriculum vision and academic integrity processes.
Lab and Classroom Technology Management
- Support the day-to-day operation and functionality of instructional spaces, ensuring all technology, equipment, and resources are maintained, secure, and effectively utilized.
- Collaborate in the development, refinement, and enforcement of laboratory policies and procedures to promote a safe, efficient, and accessible learning environment.
- Transition any issues to the Instructional Support Coordinator overseeing Operations and Logistics
- Evaluate the effectiveness and utilization of instructional spaces, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to inform future enhancements to course delivery and lab configuration.
About Us:
The College of Engineering at Purdue University is among the best and largest Engineering schools in the world. With nearly 16,000 engineering students and more than 500 tenure track faculty in the college, this position has ample opportunity to have an impact at one of the world’s most influential universities.
For more information about our department, please visit:
- College of Engineering, Purdue University https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr
- External Recognitions Program https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/People/Awards
- College of Engineering's Social Media https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/social
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM; Master’s degree in Education preferred
- Two (2) years’ experience in course material development and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex learning environment
- Familiarity with academic integrity processes, policy development, and accessibility standards
- Experience working with a variety of student populations and instructional modalities (in-person, hybrid, online)
Skills needed:
- Proven experience managing educational projects with measurable impact
- Familiarity in microcontrollers, Arduino, Excel, and related platforms
- Strong understanding of learning technologies (e.g., Brightspace, WordPress, Google Suite)
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Demonstrated ability to provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to communicate and influence stakeholders both within and outside of their immediate area
The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments and is driven by the impact of their work on student learning and institutional success.
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Additional Information:
- Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EO/EA University