Instructional Manager - Phase 1

Job Description

Reporting to the Phase 1 Course Director(s) and the Senior Director of Educational Affairs, the Instructional Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of instructional programs within Phase 1. Working onsite and closely with course directors, faculty, and administrative support staff, this individual will ensure that educational and administrative objectives are met. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, a background in education, and a dedication to fostering collaboration.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, health sciences instructional design/technology, or related field.
Experience in an academic setting with curriculum and learning support.
Experience with Learning Management Systems such as Canvas.
Ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, and make decisions efficiently.
Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
PC software skills in word processing, spreadsheets, database creation, and management and presentation software (such as Microsoft Office software, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree, or degrees combining education, health sciences, instructional design/technology, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment, maintaining professionalism and integrity.
Experience with applied and integrated educational approaches.
Advanced knowledge of curriculum and learning design.
Experience in event planning and communication.
Demonstration of strategic thinking and the ability to nurture and develop long-term partnerships with diverse colleagues.

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$54,000 - $58,000

Review Date

11/10/2024

Additional Information

The department values diversity and continually strives to maintain and promote an inclusive learning, working, and research environment that embraces all students and employees. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from persons identifying with groups currently underrepresented in the Virginia Tech community.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine:

 In partnership with Carilion Clinic and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, VTC School of Medicine is a cornerstone of one of the nation’s premier health and biomedical research ecosystems. Located in Roanoke, Virginia, the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and 40 miles from the Virginia Tech main campus in Blacksburg, VTCSOM provides abundant opportunities to deliver innovative, discovery-based medical education in a community-based and picturesque setting.

Its innovative curriculum includes robust, longitudinal mentored research training and a major curricular emphasis on health systems science and interprofessional practice. The school has been recognized with Health Profession HEED (Higher Education Excellence in Diversity) Awards since 2018 for its outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. Students are also attracted to VTCSOM due to its 99% match success, including competitive specialties and programs. With a 2.3% acceptance rate, VTCSOM receives over 6,400 applications for 49 positions and is poised for continued growth.

If you are an individual with a disability or who has a known limitation due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and desire an accommodation please contact Lisa Howard at wklctk@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisa Howard at wklctk@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: October 10, 2024
Applications close: November 10, 2024 Eastern Standard Time