Carnegie Mellon University seeks a Senior Learning Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA to lead and support the creation of online modules, courses, and programs with applied knowledge of learning science design principles.
Specific duties include:
- (i) mentoring junior colleagues and assuming responsibility and leadership for complex consultations, projects, and initiatives;
- (ii) leading teams working to support faculty in designing and implementing online/hybrid courses and in developing and incorporating technology enhanced learning (TEL) resources in their course design;
- (iii) analyzing learner/learning data, identifying opportunities for improvement in online design, and coordinating efforts to implement the changes and track their impact on student learning outcomes;
- (iv) designing and implementing online instructional assets for modules, courses, and programs in a way that aligns with teaching goals and applying evidenced-based learning principles;
- (v) identifying and implementing data hooks for cycles of data-informed continuous iterative improvements to online courses, programs, and related tools;
- (vi) creating and providing support for multimedia design, production, and editing, employing principles of multimedia for learning;
- (vii) consulting on the selection of learning technologies appropriately aligned with teaching and learning needs as well as strategies for effectively implementing technology to enhance learning in online and blended courses;
- (viii) developing learning resources and support programs aimed at educating instructors about relevant technology options, best practices for their uses to enhance learning, and strategies for effectively integrating them into courses; and
- (ix) staying abreast of and evaluating potential utility of emerging technology developments, potential pedagogical applications, and associated educational research.
Must have a master’s degree in Learning Engineering, Digital Media Design for Learning, Instructional Design, or a directly online education-related field plus three (3) years of experience in a related position in Engineering education.
Must have prior experience with each of the following:
- (i) consulting with faculty from multiple/diverse disciplines, especially STEM, in the creation of online/TEL instructional experiences;
- (ii) designing online/TEL instructional experiences for undergraduate, graduate, and working-professional learners;
- (iii) managing complex online/TEL course design projects;
- (iii) applying research from learning science and related fields to motivate online/TEL design choices and to assess online/TEL instructional materials;
- (iv) modern online/TEL tools, including but not limited to, Canvas, the Open Learning Initiative, Gradescope, Piazza, Atomic Assessments, or Jupyter Notebooks; and (v) planning, implementing, and maintaining technology infrastructure that enables authentic online practice.
Must have knowledge of:
- (i) learning science research;
- (ii) best practices in pedagogy and andragogy; and
- (iii) research-based principles of multimedia design.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function: Eberly Center
Position Type: Staff – Regular
Full Time/Part time: Full time
Pay Basis: Salary
More Information:
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