Educational Designer

Academic: Other Academic
Professional: Other Professional Services

Are you passionate about transforming education in the digital age? Do you have the expertise to create inclusive and engaging learning experiences for diverse students? We are now looking for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Educational Designer to join our vibrant team of professionals in the Centre for Education and Enhancement at James Cook University (JCU). At JCU, we are dedicated to shaping the future of education in the Tropics. We foster transformative educational experiences and believe in the power of technology-enhanced learning.

• Full-time, continuing role
• Can be based at either one of our beautiful tropical campuses in North Queensland; the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus or the Cairns Nguma-bada campus
• Remuneration at either Academic Level A: $73,551 - $98,283 per annum or Academic Level B: $103,238 - $121,815 per annum plus up to 17% superannuation. Level of appointment and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience (3.25% increase in July 2024)
• Relocation assistance may be negotiated for the preferred candidate.

WHAT YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH IN THE ROLE 

As an Educational Designer at JCU, you will:

• Forge strong relationships with academic stakeholders to co-create inclusive, student-centred learning experiences across various courses and attendance modes.
• Champion inclusive learning by employing the latest pedagogical and technical knowledge to design highly interactive and academically rigorous learning materials.
• Play a pivotal role in advancing our curriculum model, offering expertise on technological advancements in education.
• Lead professional development initiatives and create educational resources to seamlessly integrate technology into our teaching.
• Elevate the student experience through data-driven approaches that continually enhance our digital learning methods.
• Contribute to the scholarship of learning and teaching, shaping the future of education at our world-leading University.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE 

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to have:

• Postgraduate degree qualifications (e.g., Masters and/or Doctorate) in a relevant field and/or equivalent professional experience.
• ​Extensive experience with learning management systems and e-learning tools in higher education.
• Proven success in designing curriculum for diverse learners with a focus on inclusive learning.
• Advanced project management skills and a track record of curriculum reform and professional development facilitation.
• Evidence of publications or peer-recognised contributions in higher education, especially in assessment and inclusive learning design.
• Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills to foster strong working relationships.
• A demonstrated ability to drive strategic business improvements and enhance stakeholder outcomes.

WHY JCU? 

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other exclusive benefits including:

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
• 15 days of paid sick/carers leave per year
• Cultural leave
• Paid parental leave
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Fitness Passport
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development support
• Staff Study Assistance
• Access to online media subscriptions
• Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
• Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare in Townsville, and cafes, sporting and fitness in Cairns.

HOW TO APPLY 
If you are passionate about shaping the future of learning and teaching, we encourage you to join us on this exciting journey as we make a lasting impact on education in the Tropics. Apply today by submitting your application via the Careers at JCU website.
Vacancy reference number 18893 - the closing date for applications has been extended to 6 May at 11:59 PM AEST.
 

17/04/2024