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About Brown
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
About the Opportunity
The Learning and Development Specialist will join the newly formed Research Training Programs team in the Division of Research. Research Training Programs provides live training workshops and self-directed learning resources to help guide researchers and research staff to effectively navigate the ever growing and complex demands of research. The Research Training Programs team works closely within the Division of Research in areas of Sponsored Projects, Research Integrity, and Research Administration Information Systems and other University partners in General Counsel, Talent Development, and other critical hubs throughout the research enterprise.
The Learning and Development Specialist will support, participate, and conduct many aspects of the learning and development lifecycle for programming within Research Training.
Responsibilities
In this role, the Learning and Development Specialist will manage the departmental learning management system (LMS), create digital learning solutions, provide technical production in virtual/In-person classrooms, create surveys, manage data and reporting, and manage class logistics.
The incumbent will act as the primary department LMS administrator and create a Research Training catalog. The Learning and Development Specialist will develop methods and standards of how Research Training is posted, organized, and standardized to ease the process for faculty and staff to engage with learning. The role of Department LMS administrator will include building class registrations, uploading learning items, assigning, tracking, and reporting completions, and other LMS activities. The incumbent will be responsible for keeping track of materials and ensuring learning is organized, up to date, and easy to navigate for learners.
The incumbent will create learning evaluation surveys, track survey completion, and generate data reports. They will make suggestions to improve the learning experience from the variety of informal and formal inputs they receive from learners.
Additionally, the person in this role will build eLearning modules, handouts/job aids, and other digital learning solutions to support both standalone lessons and programmatic learning pathways. They will act as team lead on technical best practices for developing eLearning, troubleshooting, and end user testing.
The incumbent will support learning programs by scheduling rooms, resources, and managing live training logistics.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Job Competencies
Applicants are asked to include a cover letter and resume.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-11-28
Job Posting Title:
Research Programs Learning & Development Specialist
Department:
Research Administration and Integrity
Grade:
Grade 9
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
About Brown
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
About the Opportunity
The Learning and Development Specialist will join the newly formed Research Training Programs team in the Division of Research. Research Training Programs provides live training workshops and self-directed learning resources to help guide researchers and research staff to effectively navigate the ever growing and complex demands of research. The Research Training Programs team works closely within the Division of Research in areas of Sponsored Projects, Research Integrity, and Research Administration Information Systems and other University partners in General Counsel, Talent Development, and other critical hubs throughout the research enterprise.
The Learning and Development Specialist will support, participate, and conduct many aspects of the learning and development lifecycle for programming within Research Training.
Responsibilities
In this role, the Learning and Development Specialist will manage the departmental learning management system (LMS), create digital learning solutions, provide technical production in virtual/In-person classrooms, create surveys, manage data and reporting, and manage class logistics.
The incumbent will act as the primary department LMS administrator and create a Research Training catalog. The Learning and Development Specialist will develop methods and standards of how Research Training is posted, organized, and standardized to ease the process for faculty and staff to engage with learning. The role of Department LMS administrator will include building class registrations, uploading learning items, assigning, tracking, and reporting completions, and other LMS activities. The incumbent will be responsible for keeping track of materials and ensuring learning is organized, up to date, and easy to navigate for learners.
The incumbent will create learning evaluation surveys, track survey completion, and generate data reports. They will make suggestions to improve the learning experience from the variety of informal and formal inputs they receive from learners.
Additionally, the person in this role will build eLearning modules, handouts/job aids, and other digital learning solutions to support both standalone lessons and programmatic learning pathways. They will act as team lead on technical best practices for developing eLearning, troubleshooting, and end user testing.
The incumbent will support learning programs by scheduling rooms, resources, and managing live training logistics.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree plus 2-3 years of related experience in Learning and Development or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with Learning Management System Administration
- Experience with various technical applications, preferably instructional technology applications such as eLearning development (Articulate 360 RISE/Storyline), virtual meetings and classrooms (Zoom), instructor and learner materials development (word, PPT, Acrobat)
- Experience with organizing logistics, scheduling, and booking resources
Job Competencies
- Ability to learn new technologies and teach others
- System end user experience and learning solution organization
- Presenting information and knowledge sharing in a visual and digital format
- Virtual classroom technical logistics, troubleshooting, and instructor support
- Scheduling, planning, and organizing
- Problem Solving and troubleshooting
- Organizing, formatting, and presenting data
- Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment
Applicants are asked to include a cover letter and resume.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-11-28
Job Posting Title:
Research Programs Learning & Development Specialist
Department:
Research Administration and Integrity
Grade:
Grade 9
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
