"Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist"

Position Information

Position Title: Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist

Working Title: Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist

Position Number: SHGRNT

Full-time or Part-time: Part Time

Time Limited Position: No

Department: Chemistry, Physics, Material Science

Posting Number: 0402475

Job Category: Temporary

Hiring Range: $1,500 per month

Primary Purpose of the Organization

The mission of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, and Material Sciences (CPMS) at Fayetteville State University is to prepare our majors for in-demand careers in industry and government, as well as the successful matriculation into and graduate and professional programs through rigorous coursework, laboratory training, and research mentorship. The Department operates the FSU Planetarium, Observatory, Southeastern North Carolina Regional Microanalytical and Imaging Consortium (SENCR-MIC), and Interdisciplinary Materials Research and Education Laboratory (IMREL).

The CPMS at FSU seeks applicants for a Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist position. The position will be funded by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant: Student-Centered Strategies, Scholarships, and Support Services for Student Success in Science (S8) (NSF # 2322362). In addition to scholarships, the S8 Program will leverage existing student services and opportunities to expand and enhance this comprehensive academic and co-curricular ecosystem. The Program will investigate the impact of active learning, research-based labs, and technical skill-building workshops on students’ academic performance, retention, and graduation in sciences.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist will use his or her chemistry knowledge and expertise to create course materials for lecture courses (student-centered active learning), research/inquiry-based laboratory materials, and technical skills development workshop materials by working with a team of faculty members. This is a 11-month part-time position with flexible working hours but requires at least two days on site Monday through Friday, excluding North Carolina State holidays. The successful candidate will work directly with the S8 Program Management Team.

The Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist is expected to complete an array of duties, including, but not limited to:

• Develop clear, engaging, interactive educational materials (for active learning, inquiry/research-based laboratory experiments, and laboratory-skill development activities) based on directives and guidance from the S8 Program Management Team.
• Responsible for integrating technology and education to create engaging online chemistry content (e.g., videos) with refined educational value.
• Analyze learning objectives and design educational materials to meet them.
• Ensure content’s alignment with different curriculum frameworks.
• Develop and manage curriculum plans to create and deliver high-quality chemistry content.
• Collaborate with the S8 Program Management Team to help determine the best implementation methods.
• Receive and effectively adjust content based on constructive feedback provided by the faculty and S8 Program Management Team.
• Collaborate with the management and other team members to ensure program goals are met within given deadlines.
• Aptitude to learn new technology and assimilate it into quality-driven documentation.
• Complete other related duties, as assigned by the S8 Program Management Team.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in Chemistry or related fields or a B.S. degree with at least 2 to 3 years of experience. Experience in educational materials development and instructional design as well as proficiency in MS Office. Working knowledge of information technology.

Knowledge skills and abilities

• Be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in work environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.” Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

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