Texas A&M University

Higher Education

AssistantDirector,AcademicTechnology

Houston, Texas, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Assistant Director, Academic Technology at Texas A&M University. Skills: Development of the School of Engineering Medicine's digital ecosystem, Design, establish and deploy systems/software that facilitates the integration of technology in learning, teaching, innovation, and research activities, Facilitate technology development for faculty, staff and students, Support the overall digital ecosystem, Management of academic and information technology infrastructure, Learning Management System (LMS”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure proper academic and information technology infrastructure management; Ensure that curriculum outcomes are realized; Ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained; Ensure proper protocol and processes are established/maintained for student information; Ensure compliance with TAMU/S SAP’s and guidelines for system/software renewals and requests

Industry & Context.

Higher Education
Problems you'll solve

Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment; Develops solutions utilizing TAMU resources; Oversees the on-site intake process for all current and new system/software renewals and requests; Serves as the custodian for all systems/software, including provisioning of roles, maintenance of system, and overall data structure

Eligibility Requirements

Security-sensitive position, Criminal history investigation, Employment contingent upon verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience, Six years of related experience in course design/curriculum design and management of systems/software, including demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity in a higher education setting

Nice to Have

Master’s degree in applicable field, Ten years of related experience in course design/curriculum design and management of systems/software, including demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity in a higher education setting, Experience in managing academic and information technology infrastructure, Knowledge of the procurement process for state entities, Experience in the design and development of instructional materials, Experience in the development of technical processes and retention policies

What You'll Do.

Assist in building a vision and strategic plan for the development of the School of Engineering Medicine’s digital ecosystem

Provides on-site direction and leadership for the systems/software that facilitate the integration of technology and instructional design services

Oversees and allocates on-site staff duties and provide development

Provides support to students

Serves as the primary custodian of student information within the School of Engineering Medicine’s digital ecosystem

Serves as a liaison to TAMU HSC

and TAMU Information Technology

Serves on Governance and Digital Education Committees

Develops and maintains documentation in support of resources and services

and recommends new technologies related to teaching and learning

Manages all Engineering Medicine (EnMed) Distribution Lists

Develops solutions utilizing TAMU resources

Coordinates and manages all student educational systems

Oversees the on-site intake process for all current and new system/software renewals and requests

Serves as the custodian for all systems/software

Manages and administers the School of Engineering Medicine’s acquisition process for all systems/software

Oversees and implements on-site LMS systems for EnMed

Manages the local Academic Technology unit budget and fiscal operations

implements and evaluates curriculum-related resources and tools

Works with faculty and students to design effective interactive multimedia and active learning presentations

May design and develop learning materials to support self-directed modules

Connects faculty with external professional development opportunities relevant to technology and pedagogy

Coordinates and/or conducts regular workshops and ongoing training and assistance for instructional design implementation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Works under the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Medical Education; Works collaboratively to ensure proper protocol and processes are established/maintained; Serves as a liaison to TAMU HSC, and TAMU Information Technology; Serves on appropriate committees and task forces crossing Technology; Serves on Governance and Digital Education Committees at both the TAMU and Health level; Works with Information Technology professionals to implement and deploy solutions; Works with faculty and students; Connects faculty with external professional development opportunities

Communication Scope

Effective verbal and written communication skills; Public speaking

Process & Methodology

Strategic planning for digital ecosystem development, Deployment of systems/software, Management of academic and information technology infrastructure, Oversight of system/software renewals and requests, Acquisition process management for systems/software, Implementation of LMS systems, Budget management, Curriculum development and evaluation

Full Job Description

**Job Title** Assistant Director, Academic Technology **Agency** Texas A&M University **Department** School of Engineering Medicine **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** Houston, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** ** _Our Commitment_ ** Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[_core_](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[_values_](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. **** ** _Who we are_** The [ _School of Engineering Medicine_](https://enmed.tamu.edu/) in collaboration with Texas A&M College of Engineering, Texas A&M School of Medicine and the state’s top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital offer an innovative medical school program called ENMED. This program was established to transform healthcare through translational interdisciplinary research, the development of medical technologies, and the development and training of “Physicianeers.” ENMED delivers a revolutionary blended curriculum with focus on innovation and entrepreneurship where students receive a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Engineering degree in the same four years. ** _What we want_** The **Assistant Direct** or of Academic Technology at the Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine works under the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Medical Education to build a vision and strategic plan for the development of the School of Engineering Medicine's digital ecosystem. This position will design, establish and deploy systems/software that facilitates the integration of technology in learning, teaching, innovation, and research ac

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