This person will serve as an advocate for and will work with faculty and departments in identifying opportunities for curricular innovations and application of technology to such areas as collaborative learning environments, networked information access, distance learning, instructional media services, computer based presentation, and multi-media development. This person will lead the university's strategic planning for information technology and distributed computing. The vice provost will collaborate with administrators and staff in supporting the use of information technology to enhance institutional services in meeting the needs of the entire university community. The Vice Provost for Learning and Technology reports to the Provost and has programmatic and budgetary responsibilities for the department of Information Technology and the Center for Teaching and Learning. The position is full-time with an annual appointment and is available July 1, 1997.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Evidence of strong communication and interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving to function within the University's executive management team are also required. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and scholarship experience in the content areas of teaching innovations and directing the learning process. The individual appointed may be considered for a faculty appointment in an appropriate University department. Applications and nominations are invited. Protected group members are encouraged to apply.