Educational Designer

• Exciting opportunity to contribute to curriculum review and design at the University of Sydney
• Located on the Camperdown Campus
• Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2021 offering a base salary of $97K p.a., and generous employer’s contribution to superannuation

About the opportunity 

The Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2019 – 2024, sets out the University’s commitment to become a world-class leader in social and economic participation of people with disability in the life of the University. Within the six key objectives of the action plan, one objective focusses on outcomes for students and includes a commitment to provide innovative, creative, flexible and open learning environments that maximise access, participation and success for all students.

To support this goal, a pilot project is planned to demonstrate the application of the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The project is a collaboration between Inclusion and Disability Services and the Educational Innovation Team to redesign the delivery of a unit of study in line with UDL principles and develop an evaluation framework.

The Educational Designer works in close collaboration with academic and teaching staff to develop innovative online multimedia resources. You will play a leading role in adopting innovations in digital education, identifying and implementing new technologies, and developing education designs to improve learning outcomes that enhance the student learning experience. Your knowledge of Universal Design for Learning will ensure accessible learning activities and materials are created and evaluated. You will also be responsible for providing expert advice, training and support to staff to make the best use of educational technology to deliver engaging and effective courses.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for an Educational Designer who demonstrates:

• strong knowledge and experience of UDL to ensure accessible design of learning activities in Canvas,
• the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes
• strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods
• experience teaching or delivering education programmes, preferably in a tertiary education environment
• experience working in a tertiary environment with working knowledge of using educational technologies such as Canvas, Studio and SRES together with sound understanding of current pedagogical approaches consistent with the educational and student experience strategies of the University
• extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures and administrative processes within a tertiary environment.

Other

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Closing time: Sunday, 15 August 2021

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.

Applications (including a cover letter, CV and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

If you are a current employee of the University and would like to submit an application, please login into your Workday account.

Navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard once logged into Workday and click on the USYD Find Jobs report to apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Riviera Son, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources by email [email protected] .

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for
this role.

Closing Date: 15 September 2021

• Exciting opportunity to contribute to curriculum review and design at the University of Sydney
• Located on the Camperdown Campus
• Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2021 offering a base salary of $97K p.a., and generous employer’s contribution to superannuation

About the opportunity 

The Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2019 – 2024, sets out the University’s commitment to become a world-class leader in social and economic participation of people with disability in the life of the University. Within the six key objectives of the action plan, one objective focusses on outcomes for students and includes a commitment to provide innovative, creative, flexible and open learning environments that maximise access, participation and success for all students.

To support this goal, a pilot project is planned to demonstrate the application of the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The project is a collaboration between Inclusion and Disability Services and the Educational Innovation Team to redesign the delivery of a unit of study in line with UDL principles and develop an evaluation framework.

The Educational Designer works in close collaboration with academic and teaching staff to develop innovative online multimedia resources. You will play a leading role in adopting innovations in digital education, identifying and implementing new technologies, and developing education designs to improve learning outcomes that enhance the student learning experience. Your knowledge of Universal Design for Learning will ensure accessible learning activities and materials are created and evaluated. You will also be responsible for providing expert advice, training and support to staff to make the best use of educational technology to deliver engaging and effective courses.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for an Educational Designer who demonstrates:

• strong knowledge and experience of UDL to ensure accessible design of learning activities in Canvas,
• the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes
• strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods
• experience teaching or delivering education programmes, preferably in a tertiary education environment
• experience working in a tertiary environment with working knowledge of using educational technologies such as Canvas, Studio and SRES together with sound understanding of current pedagogical approaches consistent with the educational and student experience strategies of the University
• extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures and administrative processes within a tertiary environment.

Other

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Closing time: Sunday, 15 August 2021

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.

Applications (including a cover letter, CV and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

If you are a current employee of the University and would like to submit an application, please login into your Workday account.

Navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard once logged into Workday and click on the USYD Find Jobs report to apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Riviera Son, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources by email [email protected] .

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for
this role.

Closing Date: 15 September 2021