This is not, strictly speaking, a library job, but I hope it might be of
interest to some on this list. Please forgive me if you feel this is
off-topic.

Julia



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Julia Bauder

Data Services Librarian

Grinnell College Libraries

1111 Sixth Ave.

Grinnell, IA 50112



641-269-4431



Curricular Technology Specialist


Grinnell College, a residential liberal arts college, seeks a Curricular
Technology Specialist (CTS) to support faculty use of instructional
technology to enhance teaching and learning in classroom settings and as a
supplement to the classroom.

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*Responsibilities: *The Curricular Technology Specialists (CTSs) work
individually, as a team, and in concert with librarians, information
technology staff, and academic technical support assistants to provide
excellent support for the integration of technology to enhance teaching and
learning. The CTSs work with teams to develop and offer creative workshops
for faculty members to encourage advancements in teaching and scholarship
facilitated by technology, contribute to maintaining an effective curricular
technology infrastructure, and engage with the broader curricular technology
community nationwide. The CTSs report to an Associate Dean of the College
and to the Director of Information Technology Services.



*Qualifications: *Bachelor's degree and experience required; a demonstrable
record of experience and expertise in instructional technology; excellent
oral, written, quantitative, technical and visual communication skills; an
ability to convey technical concepts effectively to different constituencies
at a level appropriate to the audience; and an understanding of the mission
of a residential liberal arts college.



*Preferred Qualifications: *Graduate degree, teaching experience, experience
working with faculty integrating technology into the curriculum, and
experience using quantitative analysis.

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*About Grinnell College: *Founded in 1846, Grinnell College is a highly
selective residential liberal arts college that enrolls 1500 students who
come from every state and 50 countries around the world. The College's
curriculum is founded on a strong advising system and close student-faculty
interaction, with few college-wide requirements beyond the completion of a
major. Grinnell College is consistently evaluated as among the finest
residential liberal arts colleges in the nation. Capitalizing on a
student/faculty ratio of 9:1, the College's curricular and research programs
incorporate active learning and collaborative work between students and
faculty, a strong, growing commitment to undergraduate research, and an
increasing focus on interdisciplinary study.

*About Grinnell: *The town of Grinnell provides an appealing setting for
living and learning. An active local foods movement, well-preserved
architectural gems, an excellent regional medical center, well-supported
day-care and pre-school programs, the Galaxy teen center, good schools,
vibrant community arts organizations, downtown coffee shops and cinema, and
distinctive shops and restaurants reflect a strong local commitment to a
high quality of life. Abundant local parks, nearby prairie preserves and
woodlands, idyllic country roads, and a six-mile bicycle path from town to
the lake and trail system of Rock Creek State Park provide opportunities for
enjoyable outdoor recreation. It is less than an hour's drive to Des Moines
and about an hour to Iowa City, a vibrant community with a renowned state
university, well-developed arts scene, and outstanding teaching hospital.
The urban amenities of Minneapolis-St. Paul, St. Louis, Kansas City, and
Chicago are all accessible within a four- to five-hour drive.**

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*Application Process:  *Please submit applications online by visiting our
employment website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu.  Applicants must complete
the online application form and attach their cover letter, resume and three
employment-related references.  Paper applications and resumes will no
longer be accepted.  Please feel free to contact the Office of Human
Resources at 641-269-4818 with questions.  Position will remain open until
filled.

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Grinnell College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who
collectively reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be
discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status,
religion, creed, or disability. For further information about Grinnell
College, see our website at http://www.grinnell.edu.