"Curriculum Assistant I"

Posted: 22-Jan-26

Location: East Lansing, Michigan

Type: Full-time

Categories: Education/Training, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 1106804

Position Summary

The Curriculum Assistant will oversee, plan, develop, upload and maintain educational materials needed by faculty for laboratory and lecture demonstrations for the College of Veterinary Medicine. This position also assists with exam preparation and maintaining computerized data files for exam questions.

Core Responsibilities

Quality control in learning management systems, organization of course materials in D2L, Teams and ExamSoft; training faculty and staff on how to utilize D2L and ExamSoft; uploading grades in D2L.

Exam management, including organizing, uploading, maintaining, and managing the revision of computerized test bank and test bank procedures in Desire2Learn (D2L) and ExamSoft; managing the exam process including organization of proctors, accommodations and IT support.

Provides faculty/academic support, including managing the revision/development of class materials in order to assist faculty with their teaching needs; assisting with course scheduling; developing educational techniques such as audiovisual presentations and computerization in order to assist faculty in their teaching needs; and maintaining student records for faculty.

Coordinates, oversees and plans for procurement of materials and the set-up and take-down of classroom laboratories; and performs other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program (BS preferred) in Health Education, Professional Education, Science Education, or Curriculum Design; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience and knowledge of curriculum in the area of employment; word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with D2L, iClicker, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Pro Suite, and Examsoft; experience in developing educational techniques such as audiovisual presentation and computerization; demonstrated excellence in communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills and ability to interact with varied constituents in a timely and professional manner; demonstrated problem solving, teamwork and adaptability to change, focus on service, and continuous learning for self-improvement. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, details, and prioritize work to meet deadlines and learn new systems quickly.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please submit cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 professional references

Special Instructions

This is a hybrid position with up to 1 day of remote work per week.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of End Date

This is an off dated position funded for 2 years from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Website

CVM.MSU.EDU

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.