Assistant Professor - Educational Technology

University-of-Hawaii-System; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hawai'i at Manoa, College of Education, Department of Learning Design & Technology, is hiring an Assistant Professor for Learning Design and Technology. The position requires a doctorate and a strong record in teaching, research, and service.

The role involves teaching across modalities (face-to-face, online, hybrid), advising graduate students, maintaining an active research program, and contributing to accreditation processes.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Learning Design and Technology, Educational Technology or closely related field from a college or university of recognized standing; ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is conferred by date of hire.
• Evidence of research productivity.
• Evidence of successful face-to-face, online and hybrid teaching.
• Evidence of expertise with innovative and emerging technologies (e.g., AI in educational practice, learning analytics, XR, CS in education) with emphasis on applying these tools to build student workforce skills and tech literacy.
• Coursework in or expertise with multiple research methodologies.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal/collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively through diverse media.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including doctoral level research courses in face-to-face, online and/or hybrid formats.
• Advise graduate students in traditional and distance education modes.
• Hold regular in-person office hours to support student learning and engagement.
• Attend in-person departmental and college meetings.
• Maintain an active program of research and publication.
• Participate in accreditation processes, including documentation and report preparation.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Collaboration

Hybrid/online teaching experience

Research productivity

Education

Doctorate in Learning Design and Technology

Job description

Assistant Professor - Learning Design & Technology (0085201) | University of Hawai'i page has loaded.

2026-02269

Department

University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Education

Learning Design and Technology

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Position Number:

0085201

Description

Position Number: 0085201

Hiring Unit: College of Education, Department of Learning Design & Technology (LTEC)

Location: Manoa

Date Posted: October 21, 2026

Closing Date: Continuous – Review of applications begins November 16, 2026

Salary Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Monthly Type: 9 Month

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Other Conditions: General funds, contingent upon position clearance. Appointment to begin August 2027 or soon thereafter. Selectee is required to complete the COE New Faculty Orientation in the first year, successfully pass a criminal background check, fulfill all mandatory training and compliance requirements and maintain an on-campus presence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including doctoral level research courses in face-to-face, online and/or hybrid formats, as determined by departmental needs.

Advise graduate students in traditional and distance education modes.

Hold regular in-person office hours to support student learning and engagement.

Attend in-person departmental and college meetings.

Maintain an active program of research and publication.

Participate in accreditation processes, including documentation and report preparation.

Provide service to the department, college, university, and community.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate in Learning Design and Technology, Educational Technology or closely related field from a college or university of recognized standing; ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is conferred by date of hire.

Evidence of research productivity.

Evidence of successful face-to-face, online and hybrid teaching.

Evidence of expertise with innovative and emerging technologies (e.g., Artificial Intelligence in Educational Practice, Learning Analytics, Extended Reality, Computer Science in Education) with an emphasis on applying these tools to build student workforce skills and tech literacy.

Coursework in or expertise with multiple research methodologies.

Evidence of strong interpersonal/collaboration skills.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively through diverse media.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to initiate new research and programs that will enhance the department and college.

Record of securing external funding for research and/or program implementation.

Demonstrated commitment to and expertise in place-based pedagogy.

1 year of experience teaching instructional design principles.

1 year of experience with program assessment and accreditation, including knowledge of AECT, CSTA, ISTE-ASCD (formerly ISTE) and other relevant standards;

1 year of experience with graduate student mentorship and advising with particular emphasis on research and dissertations;

1 year of experience working in, or collaborating with, K-12 environments.

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ , or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/