Faculty Consultant: Teaching & Learning Innovation - UTK

University of Tennessee•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Teaching and Learning Innovation (TLI) seeks a Faculty Consultant to support a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded project focused on Advancing and Sustaining Innovation in Science Teaching. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive training program for graduate students in natural sciences and mathematics, equivalent to a one-credit course. The consultant will design and deliver this program, fostering competencies for teaching, research, and leadership. Key activities include collaborating with department heads, faculty, and staff to promote the program, conducting assessment and evaluation, and potentially leading to presentations and publications. The position also offers opportunities for professional development in faculty development through collaborations with TLI staff.

Requirements

Has an earned master's degree by August 1st, 2026.
Experience in engaging in professional development activities related to teaching, research or leadership.
Has participated in professional development related to teaching and learning.
Experience analyzing either qualitative or quantitative data.
Has a STEM background.
Possesses knowledge and awareness of best practices related to graduate student professional development as well as college level teaching and learning.
Evidence of ability to collaborate, build, and foster strong relationships with relevant stakeholders (faculty, staff, external partners, and university administration).
Evidence of ability to manage multiple projects during set periods of time, including working effectively and respectfully with groups of people with diverse backgrounds to reach and surpass stated goals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Office 365, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel), and accessibility standards for visual communications.
Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems, such as Canvas, for faculty and instructors.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

Has an earned doctorate degree by August 1st, 2026.
At least one year of experience supporting faculty to implement evidence-based teaching and learning strategies in their courses, as well as supporting faculty development programs in a higher education setting, or working successfully at a large public university.
Has experience in curriculum development and design.
Has background in leadership education and/or development.
Can show evidence of supporting graduate student or faculty professional development.
Has strong knowledge and awareness of best practices in assessment and program evaluation in a college or university context.
Can show evidence of strategic thinking, as well as evidence of impact(s) made, and flexibility exercised when needed to make progress on identified projects and long-term goals.
Has excellent organizational, inter-personal, and communication skills, oral and written, and demonstrated ability to multi-task with time-sensitive matters.
Maintains proven record of handling private, confidential, and culturally sensitive matters with discretion.
Holds proficiency working in LMS, preferably Canvas, and experience using Adobe Design Suite.

Responsibilities

Design one credit hour course/certification program for NSM graduate students.
Work with NSM department heads, directors of graduate studies, faculty, staff, and students to gain support and promote the program.
Implement designed program during every academic semester starting in Spring 2027.
Work with PIs of the grant to assess and evaluate the program.
Engage in data analysis.
Develop conference proposals and presentations related to the project.
Co-author journal articles, book chapters, and reports based on the findings of the project.
Participate in periodic project meetings (virtual or in-person) to assess progress and address challenges.