Job Description Summary:
The George Washington University Libraries and Academic Innovation (GWLAI) enriches the academic experience of scholars and students and sparks innovation at GW. We enable research and teaching through access to the latest scholarship and rich archival resources, tailored support for researchers at all levels, guidance for faculty who want to explore new teaching methods and technologies in the classroom, and robust support for online education. Through innovative partnerships, dynamic workshops, and team-based approaches to project management and problem solving, GWLAI fosters collaboration and provides leadership across the university to support the shared mission of generating, making accessible, and preserving new knowledge. Having recently joined the Association of American Universities (AAU), GW is at an exciting moment in its history and trajectory, and GWLAI is a key partner in supporting the university’s research and scholarly advancements and promoting discoveries and innovations made by the research community.
The Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning Excellence will lead the ongoing enhancement of GW’s programs that encourage, support, and assess pedagogical practice in face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction. To this end, the incumbent will manage the Instructional Core unit comprised of:
GWLAI seeks a creative thought leader with management and instructional experience to lead this high-functioning unit as they enable curricular transformation at GW with pedagogically sound teaching tools and methods. The successful candidate should aspire to further elevate the prominence of the Instructional Core, boosting its recognition as a leader in promoting pedagogical excellence. This is a full-time position that reports directly to the Dean of Libraries and Academic Innovation. As a member of the GWLAI Senior Leadership Team, the incumbent will work in collaboration with other Associate Deans to leverage talents across the organization in promoting excellence in teaching and learning.
The incumbent is responsible for the following duties:
The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, Master’s degree, or higher, in a relevant area of study preferred. Relevant experience must include at least 4 years of senior leadership/executive level experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Doctoral degree required and 10 years of experience in instruction and higher education leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: University Libraries
Family Academic Affairs
Sub-Family Academic Administration - School
Stream Executive
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Telework: No
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S012780
Job Open Date: 01/24/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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