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To be successful in this position, you will bring:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree plus two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Current knowledge of the latest software and design standards.
- Ability to define and solve logical problems for technical applications.
- Knowledge of and ability to select, adapt and effectively use a variety of programming methods.
- Ability to plan, design, develop, and evaluate engaging multimedia learning/training objects.
- Knowledge of instructional design methodologies, pedagogical issues, and best practices for classroom, online and hybrid learning.
- Strong knowledge of learning management systems and various classroom and online learning technologies.
- Ability to recognize and recommend necessary changes in user and/or operations procedures.
- Basic knowledge of software engineering principles
In addition, our preferred requirements include:
Solid experience with an array of educational technologies and skillset founded by experience in successfully training others to support their assigned teaching technologies – in particular, the Faculty Assistants, Course Assistants, and Administrative Assistants, who are required to support these educational tools with assigned faculty and their classes each quarter. Likewise serve as a “real-time” helpdesk support to field questions in person or emails that can require troubleshooting, creating brief “HOW TO” guides to resolve questions or in some cases escalate unsolved technology issues with vendors or GSB/UIT helpdesks.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Expertise in utilizing technology to enhance teaching and research.
- Ability to define and solve logical problems for technical applications.
- Ability to plan, design, develop and evaluate engaging multimedia learning/training objects.
- Experience with delivering applications in a networked environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with members of the academic community; demonstrated experience working in an environment with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and customs.
- Excellent time management and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload, prioritize tasks and use good judgment in providing services based on goal.
- Expert knowledge of Windows environments, and facility with some UNIX and Mac
- Demonstrated experience developing and delivering technical training to a non-technical audience.
- Knowledge of learning management systems and various classroom and online learning technologies.
- Excellent customer service skills, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with a diverse audience of faculty, staff and students.
*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Why Stanford is for You
Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:
- Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a Ted Talk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
- A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
- A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
- Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.
How to Apply
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