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Graduate Assistant for Learning Technologies

University of Georgia

United States, Georgia, Athens

Feb 27, 2025

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number	G/R28569P
Working Title	Graduate Assistant for Learning Technologies
Department	VPI-Teaching & Learning Center
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website	https://ctl.uga.edu/
Employment Type	Employee
Additional Schedule Information	20 hours per week
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date	08/01/2025
Posting Date	02/28/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For full consideration, please upload a (maximum 3-page) PDF document that answers the following questions: Why are you interested in the Graduate Assistant for Learning Technologies position, and how does it align with your academic and professional goals? Describe your experience using eLC (Brightspace by D2L), particularly in an instructional capacity (e.g., as an instructor or teaching assistant). If you have not worked with eLC in this way, what strategies would you use to quickly learn and provide effective support for instructors using the platform? This position involves supporting faculty and graduate students, contributing to instructional design, and maintaining online documentation and training materials. How do your skills, background, and interests align with these responsibilities? Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 14, 2025. This GAship also comes with a standard UGA tuition waiver.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EOO Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities

Faculty & Instructor Support

Provide one-on-one consultations for faculty and graduate students using eLC and integrated digital learning tools.
Respond to help desk requests, phone calls, and emails regarding eLC and other centrally supported learning technologies (e.g., Perusall, Turnitin, Respondus Monitor, etc.).
Assist instructors in designing and organizing course content in eLC, ensuring effective course structure, navigation, and engagement strategies.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Training & Documentation Contribute to the help.elc.uga.edu support site by updating documentation, guides, and resources on a regular basis. Develop and maintain step-by-step guides, slide decks, and video tutorials for faculty and graduate students. Assist in developing and moderating workshops or webinars on eLC and other UGA learning technologies.
Percentage of time	30

Duties/Responsibilities	Administrative & Project Support Provide administrative support for the Assistance Director for Learning Technologies and the eLC Planning and Support team. Assist with faculty learning initiatives, digital pedagogy research, and learning technology pilots.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities	LMS and Related Technologies Research & Development Test new eLC features, integrations, and tool updates as assigned, documenting any issues. Participate in user experience testing for learning technologies and recommend improvements.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Other Assigned Duties Engage in special projects or tasks based on department needs. Participate in meetings, professional development, or technology pilots as needed.
Percentage of time	5