ASSESSMENT AND CURRICULUM SPECIALIST

Job no: 232321-AS
Work type: Staff-Full Time
Department: VET M/ADMIN-ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Location: Madison
Categories: Academic Advising, Student Services/Support, Instructional Design



Position Summary:

The Assessment and Curriculum Specialist is responsible for development and implementation of a competency-based assessment system that aligns with the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with faculty and members of the Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) to assure continuous quality improvement and regulatory compliance of assessment practices.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, creativity and the ability to work independently to direct a comprehensive assessment program and will also possess the ability to work effectively with school administration, faculty and staff. She/he will also establish networks and connect with professionals in multiple disciplines for the purpose of enhancing our education assessment program.

The successful candidate will also incorporate tracking of possible inequity present in assessment methods/outcomes in order to develop an assessment program that ensures equitable evaluation of performance for all veterinary students.

The Specialist will work collaboratively with members of OAA, including instructional design and curricular administration specialists, under the direction of the Associate Dean for Professional Programs.

Position Duties:

List of Duties

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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Degree and Area of Specialization:

MS degree in education, psychology, or related areas is required.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

Minimum of 3-years of work experience in educational assessment in higher education is required; experience in health professions education is preferred. Demonstrated expertise in educational measurement, including competency-based education, and in the provision of professional development of assessment methodologies is required. Experience in database management, statistical analyses and assessment methods that evaluate skills, behaviors, and attitudes is required. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and conducting research studies, preferably in the field of education, for example, user testing, evaluation, and/or empirical research on learning.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Creativity and the ability to communicate clearly.
Prior experience that demonstrates a capability to identify priorities, balance competing demands, and manage deadlines.
Collaborative and team-oriented work ethic.

Department(s):

A870200-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/ADMIN-ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

To begin the application process, please click on "". You will be required to upload a cover letter, current resume, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Nancy Parkinson at nancy.parkinson@wisc.edu.

Contact:

Nancy Parkinson
nancy.parkinson@wisc.edu
608-263-1158
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

ADMIN PROGRAM SPEC(R07DN)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

232321-AS

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Applications Open: Apr 5 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Apr 20 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time