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This position has an end date of December 20, 2027.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The Learning Design and Quality Assurance Coordinator (LDQAC) reports directly to the Manager, Curriculum within the Mike Petryk School of Dentistry and plays a key role in the Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACFD) Gap Training project.

This role is pivotal in coordinating the development and assembly of resources for a blended delivery program ( to be delivered in online synchronous and asynchronous formats in addition to online classroom, laboratory or clinically based environments); for implementing and supporting program evaluation, quality improvement, and educational assessment activities.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

The LDQAC will be responsible to:

• Coordinate with an instructional design team to support timely creation, review and finalization of learning resources.

• Provide instructor support as module content is refined and prepared for presentation within an online format.

• Support faculty development and administration of program learning resources as a member of the implementation team.

• Fulfill various roles to support program implementation which may include a variety of administrative, communicative and training requirements.

• Participate in designing program evaluation and support administration of data collection across multiple institutions.

• Provide initial analysis of program evaluation data in support of general reporting and decision-making needs.

• Provides consultation to instructors and staff regarding ethical and/or philosophical issues relevant to educational technology (e.g. equity, copyright, plagiarism, privacy, safety, etiquette, and responsible use).

• Use eLearning authoring tools (e.g. Articulate, H5P) to build interactive and engaging eLearning modules.

• Review and support the development of resources (e.g. course materials, instructional videos, online quizzes, etc.) to support academic staff development involving curriculum design and delivery.

• Coach faculty on the use of technology to deliver and support instruction (e.g. Zoom, eClass).

• Masters degree is required, graduate degree in Educational Technology or a related discipline is preferred.

• Minimum two years’ experience in instructional design, training, and curriculum development, or related.

• Knowledge of new and emerging teaching and learning technologies and how to integrate them into online learning.

• Superior writing, speaking, and communication skills.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines, multi-task and balance numerous projects while maintaining a perspective on long-term program goals.

• Strong general technology skills with a willingness to learn new tools and software applications

• Experience working with campus e-learning tools such as Canvas, Zoom, and website editing programs such as HTML and CSS.

• Experience with Google Workspace.

• High level of knowledge in designing and delivering face-to-face and blended curriculum.

• Understanding of contemporary best practice in higher education in relation to curriculum design, assessment and assurance of learning.

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*.*

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.