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Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist

Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/29/2025
Position Information

Position Title: Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist
Working Title: Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist
Position Number: SHGRNT
Full-time or Part-time: Part Time
Time Limited Position: No
Number of Vacancies:
Department: Chemistry, Physics, Material Science
Posting Number: 0402475
SHRA/EHRA:
Job Category: Temporary
Hiring Range: $1,500 per month
Overall Position Competency: TMP
Primary Purpose of the Organization:
The mission of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, and Material Sciences (CPMS) at Fayetteville State University is to prepare our majors for in-demand careers in industry and government, as well as the successful matriculation into and graduate and professional programs through rigorous coursework, laboratory training, and research mentorship. The Department operates the FSU Planetarium, Observatory, Southeastern North Carolina Regional Microanalytical and Imaging Consortium (SENCR-MIC), and Interdisciplinary Materials Research and Education Laboratory (IMREL).

The CPMS at FSU seeks applicants for a Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist position. The position will be funded by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant: Student-Centered Strategies, Scholarships, and Support Services for Student Success in Science (S8) (NSF# 2322362). In addition to scholarships, the S8 Program will leverage existing student services and opportunities to expand and enhance this comprehensive academic and co-curricular ecosystem. The Program will investigate the impact of active learning, research-based labs, and technical skill-building workshops on students' academic performance, retention, and graduation in sciences.
Primary Purpose of the Position:
The Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist will use his or her chemistry knowledge and expertise to create course materials for lecture courses (student-centered active learning), research/inquiry-based laboratory materials, and technical skills development workshop materials by working with a team of faculty members. This is a 11-month part-time position with flexible working hours but requires at least two days on site Monday through Friday, excluding North Carolina State holidays. The successful candidate will work directly with the S8 Program Management Team.

The Course and Laboratory Materials Development Specialist is expected to complete an array of duties, including, but not limited to:

  • Develop clear, engaging, interactive educational materials (for active learning, inquiry/research-based laboratory experiments, and laboratory-skill development activities) based on directives and guidance from the S8 Program Management Team.
  • Responsible for integrating technology and education to create engaging online chemistry content (e.g., videos) with refined educational value.
  • Analyze learning objectives and design educational materials to meet them.
  • Ensure content's alignment with different curriculum frameworks.
  • Develop and manage curriculum plans to create and deliver high-quality chemistry content.
  • Collaborate with the S8 Program Management Team to help determine the best implementation methods.
  • Receive and effectively adjust content based on constructive feedback provided by the faculty and S8 Program Management Team.
  • Collaborate with the management and other team members to ensure program goals are met within given deadlines.
  • Aptitude to learn new technology and assimilate it into quality-driven documentation.
  • Complete other related duties, as assigned by the S8 Program Management Team.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Master's degree in Chemistry or related fields or a B.S. degree with at least 2 to 3 years of experience. Experience in educational materials development and instructional design as well as proficiency in MS Office. Working knowledge of information technology.
Knowledge skills and abilities:
  • Be self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills.
  • Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Notice to Applicants:
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume."
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Other Information:
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement:
Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Quick Link https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/26494

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is in keeping with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Equal Pay Act of 1963, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1968, Executive Order 11246, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1988, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, NC G.S. 126-16, Genetic Information Nondiscriminatory Act (GINA), Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended (VEVRAA) at 41 CFR Part 60-300, and applicable federal and State laws.


 

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