About the Job

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health Office of E-Learning Services is a dynamic, experienced, and collaborative team that supports a large and growing portfolio of fully online academic and in person courses, leads school-wide e-learning initiatives, and coordinates with other units across the University that advance technology, teaching and learning.

The Academic Technology Project Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the production schedule for SPH’s fully online asynchronous courses, leading internal quality assurance processes, managing academic technology projects and communications, and supporting collaborative efforts to improve teaching and learning through the effective use of academic technology.

This role also provides expert consultation on the design and improvement of academic technology systems and workflows, applying advanced analytical and technical skills to align schoolwide e-learning strategies with evolving pedagogical and operational needs.

Primary Responsibilities

Online Course Project Management – 50%

• Oversee the School of Public Health’s online course portfolio, coordinating and maintaining a master schedule of course launches in collaboration with the Director of E-Learning Services, ELS team members, SPH program directors, division heads, and faculty.
• Lead a continuous Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) process that consists of ongoing, systematic quality review of all courses, including scheduling, coordination, and documentation of results.
• Meet regularly with the ELS Director to communicate updates, surface challenges, and align on project priorities.
• Track and report on project progress across multiple concurrent initiatives and stakeholders, including ELS team members, program directors and coordinators, and SPH education leadership.

Academic Technology Project Coordination – 30%

• Serve as a technical and analytical consultant to the Director and SPH stakeholders by analyzing workflow challenges, evaluating academic technology tool usage, and recommending data-informed improvements to processes, systems, and documentation.
• Provide project tracking and operational support for ELS academic technologists, instructional designers, and media development staff.
• Contribute to cross-unit initiatives involving accessibility, technology integration, and teaching and learning support in collaboration with other academic units and University partners.
• Identify gaps in workflows, processes, and tool adoption and recommend strategies for improvement in academic technology support and service delivery.

Coordinate and manage school-wide academic technology – 20% communications, including development and dissemination of essential communications, newsletters, and resource documentation for the SPH community.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least six (6) years of related experience, or a master’s degree with at least four (4) years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and concurrent timelines.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in alignment with unit and institutional goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus 6 years experience in instructional design, educational technology, public health, project management, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education, public health education, instructional design, or academic technology project management.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the design, development, and delivery of fully online asynchronous courses or other complex academic technology initiatives
• Familiarity with University-supported academic technologies, including Canvas (LMS), Zoom, Kaltura, and Google Workspace tools.
• Working knowledge of online accessibility standards, including WCAG and Section 508, and their application in digital learning environments.
• Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with project management tools and practices (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Trello, Agile frameworks).

About the Department

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health improves the health and wellbeing of populations and communities around the world by bringing innovative research, learning, and concrete actions to today’s biggest health challenges. SPH includes four academic divisions and 29 internationally recognized centers and is home to roughly 1,025 students, 130 tenured/tenure-track and contract faculty, and 450 staff. SPH is a research powerhouse: #1 level of research funding per capita at UMN, #3 largest research portfolio at the UMN, #2 NIH funding among UMN schools and colleges, and $1.1M average grant funding per faculty member. The school is ranked nationally by the U.S. News & World Report, #6 public school of public health, and offers more than 20 leading master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs, with its Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program ranked #2 and its Biostatistics program ranked #9.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $107,080-$123,500, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment  

Position Type: P&A Staff 

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).