Job Summary
The Instructional Developer IMPACT Critical Thinking is located within the Center for Instructional Excellence (CIE), as part of the Innovative Learning Team and the Office of the Provost. The Instructional Developer IMPACT Critical Thinking focuses primarily on working with instructors who are engaged in the IMPACT Critical Thinking (CT) professional development program. In addition, the Instructional Developer IMPACT Critical Thinking will work with instructors in a variety of other instructional development programs in CIE; programs like the IMPACT FLC and the Foundations of Teaching. The Instructional Developer IMPACT Critical Thinking will work with a variety of instructors from a variety of disciplines in a developmental and consultation capacity.
The Instructional Developer IMPACT Critical Thinking is supervised by the Associate Director of the Center.
- This is a vibrant, development-focused team that provides an opportunity to develop your professional skills.
- Weekly in-person work is expected for this position, although some hybrid work can be possible.
At Purdue, you’ll join a community where unrivaled pride and unlimited potential are more than just words—they’re the foundation of how we work and grow, together. If you’re ready to help build a better world through research that matters, take the next step and join us on this path.
About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. The Center for Instructional Excellence prioritizes the personal and professional development of our staff. We work in a highly collaborative environment to maximize the individual strengths of each member of the development team. The work of the center connects with every college on the campus providing a vast opportunity to connect with hundreds of instructors from different disciplines. If you want to grow as a professional, CIE may be the place for you.
What We’re Looking For:
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Two (2) years’ experience in higher education, academic or professional development; working and supporting faculty and instructional staff is required (can include graduate work)
- Experience and familiarity working directly and in collaboration with a wide-ranging group of stakeholders including faculty and instructors, as well as academic units on integration of Critical Thinking skills into the curriculum
- Experience and ability to work in changing, ambiguous, and fluid situations
- Experience with course design, including face-to-face, hybrid and online environments
- Experience with either qualitative or quantitative human subject research
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
- High level of organization skills
- Commitment to service-orientation philosophy and approach
- Ability to work as a contributing member of a strategic team
- Familiarity with educational research
- Ability to work independently with general supervision
Nice to Have:
- Master’s degree
- Experience teaching in higher education
Additional Information:
- 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
Career Stream
Compensation Information:
Professional 2
Pay Band S040
Job Code # 20002464
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $47,800.00 to $60,000.00. The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget, and relevant experience.
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.
EOE
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