POSITION DETAILS

College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £32,546 to £35,116 with potential progression once in post to £39,355
Grade: 6
Full Time, Permanent
Closing date: 12th August 2025

ROLE SUMMARY

Based in the CTL’s Educational Technology Team, this post will play a crucial role in creating and implementing innovative educational resources for various STEM disciplines. The primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and build engaging, interactive digital learning materials, such as bespoke interactives, videos, and other educational media. Using online and blended pedagogies, the role will collaborate with academics to build outstanding learning experiences that meet CTL’s and the institution’s wider digital education objectives.
Secondary to this, the role is expected to assist in the administration and potential development of existing products and systems. One key tool will be Mobius, an online assessment tool for STEM.
Success in this position requires strong technical expertise in developing digital learning resources, excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects effectively, and creativity. At the CTL, you will contribute to shaping STEM education by leveraging technology to create transformative and engaging learning experiences for students.

MAIN DUTIES

The role will provide crucial development expertise in the creation of educational media. Working closely with academics, you will identify key aspects of their teaching methods and content to ensure the creation of tailored learning experiences. By employing online and blended learning methodologies, you will collaborate with academics to design and deliver exceptional learning experiences that align with the CTL’s objectives.

• Work independently and alongside colleagues from across the CTL, it’s family of partner schools and the wider institutional teams such as the Digital Education Team, to make best use of the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Canvas and other relevant tools (including, where appropriate, in the creation of online courses and in-lab experiences).
• Create learning objects and course content as required (with input from subject expert staff).
• Liaise with content development specialists (internal or 3rd party), where appropriate, to design high-quality, innovative learning objects and activities to be used within lab-based courses.
• Manage the CTL’s bank of Möbius online worksheets. This includes promptly responding to queries and requests for edits, implementing fixes and creating new material when appropriate. (Training will be provided).
• Assist and support the running of the CTL’s annual EdTech Intern scheme.
• Maintain and update existing edtech content, ensuring it meets accessibility needs.
• Contribute to the development of new teaching resources and methods.
• Participate in and contribute to activities and projects aligned with both the CTL EdTech Team and Digital Education Team’s broader goals.
• Promote equality and values diversity, acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.
• Support the University’s sustainability agenda through resource-efficient working.
• Fulfil any other duties commensurate with the grade.