Course Developer

Expectations for all Employees

Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees must embrace these expectations and model them in their behavior.

• Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
• Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
• Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

Purpose

The Office of Online Undergraduate Education invites applications for a course developer who can develop Chemistry courses at the undergraduate level in an 8-week, online format. Courses to be developed include one or more of the following courses: CHEM 1105-General Chemistry I and CHEM 1115-General Chemistry II. Course descriptions may be found in the university’s catalog.

Essential Functions

• Curriculum Design: Develop course objectives, learning outcomes, and lesson plans that align with the subject matter and target audience.
• Content Creation: Create engaging multimedia content including videos, presentations, quizzes, assignments, readings, and interactive elements.
• Instructional Design: Apply pedagogical principles to design effective learning experiences, ensuring content is structured in a logical and sequential manner.
• Technology Integration: Utilize learning management systems (LMS), authoring tools, and multimedia software to deliver content effectively online.
• Assessment Development: Design formative and summative assessments to measure student learning and provide feedback for improvement.
• Accessibility Compliance: Ensure course materials meet accessibility standards, making them usable for all learners, including those with disabilities.
• Multimedia Production: Record and edit video/audio content, create graphics, and design visually appealing materials to enhance learning.
• Quality Assurance: Review course materials for accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness, and continuously improve content based on feedback and evaluation.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to develop and refine course content.
• Project Management: Coordinate timelines, resources, and stakeholders to ensure the timely development and delivery of online courses.
• User Experience (UX) Design: Design intuitive interfaces and navigation pathways to optimize the online learning experience for students.
• Community Building: Foster a sense of community and engagement among online learners through discussion forums, group activities, and collaborative projects.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to develop courses in sport management online.
• Strong communication skills.

Education

A terminal degree (D.B.A. or Ph.D.) in a science-related field is strongly preferred; minimum requirements include a Master’s degree with eighteen (15) graduate hours in science.

Experience

• Preferred: Successful course development and teaching experience at the university level and industry experience.

Equipment

Be proficient in office technology, office software (including various Microsoft tools), and Learning Management Software (OBU currently uses Canvas as its LMS).

Physical Requirements

Sufficient mobility and physical stamina to teach online courses.

Special Requirements

• Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church.

*Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.

Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website at: https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html

Application Details

Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website at: https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html