UTHealth Houston

Director, Educational Technology

UTHealth Houston • $90K — $120K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Instructional Technology, Education, or related field
  • 7 years of relevant experience for Bachelor's degree holders, or 5 years for Master's degree holders
  • Broad knowledge of current and emerging e-learning technologies
  • Familiarity with development tools for e-learning applications
  • Understanding of copyright, intellectual property, and licensing

Responsibilities

  • Manage e-learning platforms and learning management systems for effective instructional delivery
  • Lead and coordinate e-learning projects with faculty and staff, maintaining project plans and budgets
  • Collaborate with academic leadership on curriculum design and effective use of educational technologies
  • Implement platform customization and industry e-learning best practices
  • Direct content development and innovative digital learning resources
  • Oversee departmental budget preparation and management
  • Manage HR activities for direct reports, including recruitment and performance evaluations

Benefits

  • Collaborative multidisciplinary environment
  • Opportunities for innovation in educational technology
  • Engagement with faculty and students to shape learning experiences
  • Potential for professional development in project and budget management
  • Work within a leading academic institution
Full Job Description
Director, Educational Technology

Position Summary:

The Director, Educational Technology, will lead the vision, coordination, and advancement of school-wide e-learning and educational technology initiatives at the UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role partners closely with faculty, staff, and students to enhance teaching and learning through innovative, user-focused technology solutions, driving continuous improvement in the educational experience.

Position Key Accountabilities:
  • Learning platforms and operations: Manage school-wide e-learning platforms and learning management systems (LMS), including core components, integrations, access, and routine administration, to ensure reliable and effective instructional delivery.
  • Project and portfolio management: Lead and coordinate e-learning projects with administration, user groups, faculty, and staff; facilitate intake, prioritization, and stakeholder alignment. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets; monitor scope, risks, dependencies, and resource needs to align with school and curriculum priorities. Provide routine project and status reporting (e.g., milestones, risks/issues, project delays, financial projections, and cost-related concerns) and recommend corrective actions as needed. Work with vendors and internal teams to plan, test, deploy, and support platform upgrades, new initiatives, and ongoing lifecycle management.
  • Curriculum and faculty partnership: Partner with academic leadership in curriculum design, redesign, implementation, and assessment, ensuring educational technology supports learning objectives and assessment strategies. Identify and recommend opportunities to leverage new and existing technologies to advance curriculum and support faculty development. Consult with and advise faculty on effective use of educational technologies, including web-based presentation tools, content development, and digital assessment practices. Evaluate and recommend academic development tools while balancing project requirements, user needs, timelines, and technical considerations.
  • Platform configuration and standards: Identify, evaluate, plan, and implement platform configuration and customizations to meet curriculum and educational objectives, including change control and documentation. Implement industry standards and e-learning best practices related to content management, interoperability/portability, accessibility, and metadata tagging.
  • Content development and instructional tools: Direct and coordinate with developers to design, create, and implement innovative teaching tools and digital learning resources.
  • Budget, people leadership, and controls: Contribute to the preparation and management of departmental budgets, including forecasting and resource planning.
  • Manages Human Resources activities for direct reports regarding: recruiting and selection; hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
  • Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, and financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Certification/Skills:
  • None

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Technology, Education, or related field required with a minimum of seven years of experience, or a Master's Degree with a minimum of five years of experience

Minimum Experience:

Years of experience varies based on education level.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Licenses and Certifications:
  • Broad knowledge of current and emerging e-learning technologies.
  • Understanding of development tools used to build e-learning applications.
  • Understand technology development, electronic content development, and management practices.
  • Familiar with copyright, intellectual property, and licensing

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

About UTHealth Houston

UTHealth Houston includes the schools of dentistry, biomedical informatics, medicine, nursing, public health, and the graduate school of biomedical sciences. UTHealth Houston is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees.

UTHealth Houston Careers

Joining UTHealth Houston offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to furthering the future of healthcare. UTHealth Houston stands out as a leader in medical education, research, and clinical service, both locally and globally.

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UTHealth Houston is constantly seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute to cutting-edge medical research and superior patient care. With a variety of job opportunities available, candidates can find positions that match their skills and passions. Explore the current openings and find where professional expertise meets innovation in healthcare.

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UTHealth Houston is committed to fostering leadership and professional growth. The institution supports career advancement through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. Employees are encouraged to further their professional education and skills, ensuring continuous personal and professional development.

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Every team member at UTHealth Houston contributes to a culture of innovation and excellence. The work done here leads to significant advancements in healthcare, impacting patient lives worldwide. Employees at UTHealth Houston are not just part of a team but are part of a movement towards better health solutions.

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For those starting their career, UTHealth Houston offers internship programs that provide invaluable industry experience and networking opportunities. Internships are designed to develop skills and provide insights into various aspects of healthcare operations, from clinical practice to healthcare management.

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UTHealth Houston values its employees and offers a competitive package of benefits designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of employees and their families. The culture at UTHealth Houston is one of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, where every team member’s contribution is valued and celebrated.

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