Careers at Lehigh

Join Lehigh University's Cutting-Edge Educational Innovation Team

Lehigh University, a premier research institution, seeks an exceptional individual to serve as Assistant Director of Educational Innovation and Assessment (Position Number S97100) within the Academic Affairs department. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Director of Educational Innovation and Assessment to shape the future of teaching and learning at our esteemed university.

As the Assistant Director, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing comprehensive assessment strategies that enhance educational outcomes across our diverse academic programs. Your expertise will drive the successful integration of Lehigh User Designed Inquiry methodology, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to design and implement innovative assessment strategies that promote academic excellence.
• Spearhead the development and implementation of a supportive strategy for faculty engaged in Lehigh User Designed Inquiry methodology.
• Conduct data analysis and provide actionable insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders to promote best practices in educational innovation and assessment.

Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, learning sciences or related field; Doctorate Degree is preferred.
• Three to five years of related work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in educational innovation initiatives within higher education with a strong emphasis on student-centered pedagogies preferred.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in teaching and learning, including active learning strategies, educational technologies and assessment methods.
• Experience designing and delivering faculty development programs and workshops.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators.

This position is a Grade: 10 - 40, offering an approximate salary of $65,290-$79,430. The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.  

Lehigh University offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, fosters professional growth, and provides competitive benefits. As an institution committed to academic excellence, we prioritize the development and well-being of our employees, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally.

Join our team and contribute to the advancement of educational innovation at Lehigh University. Apply now to be part of our mission to shape the future of higher education.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position. Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the entire application. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.