Academic Technologist I

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university...

Salary Range: $61,000 - $67,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 5/1/2026...

Required Application Materials: Resume is required. Cover letter is required.

Job Summary

The Academic Technologist advances the strategic adoption and use of academic technologies... This role is responsible for managing campus-wide academic technology initiatives...

Core Responsibilities

1. Leads the review of new digital tool proposals...
2. Conducts in-depth research on emerging educational technologies...
3. Coordinates and implements academic technology initiatives...
4. Leads or contributes to projects...
5. Develops, maintains, and refines training materials...
6. Manages assigned service requests...
7. Completes operational tasks...
8. Leads effectiveness reviews...
9. Stays current on trends...
10. Presents findings...
11. Facilitates training sessions...
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience supporting faculty...
• At the department's discretion, experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Design, Instructional Technology...
• Familiarity with best practices in using educational technologies...
• Experience in higher education learning environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail...
• Willingness to explore the use of technology...
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of instructional design.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and FERPA...
• Familiarity with best practices...
• Ability to collect data...
• Personal computers and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies...

Working Conditions

Office environment. May be required to travel between campuses...

Physical Demands

Sedentary work; sitting most of the time...

This position will work primarily on campus...