Faculty Technology Specialist — LMS & Instructional Tools

Bentley-University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentley University seeks an Academic Technologist to assist faculty in adopting and integrating instructional and research technologies across disciplines. You will support LMS use (D2L Brightspace, Blackboard, Canvas) and implement tools such as Zoom, Turnitin, and Poll Everywhere to enhance teaching, learning, and collaboration.

You will work with the Associate Director of Academic Technologies to identify technology needs, develop training materials, and contribute to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Communication, Education, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, or related field a plus.
• 1–3 years of experience supporting faculty in using technology to advance teaching and research.
• Significant experience with LMS systems like Blackboard, Canvas, or D2L Brightspace.
• Broad technical skill and strong communication abilities.
• Customer service experience and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and teach new technologies.
• Knowledge of collaboration systems like Office 365.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in the adoption and integration of instructional and research technologies.
• Provide day-to-day support and expertise in the use of instructional technologies across disciplines.
• Research, evaluate, and test emerging technologies to improve engagement and communication in various course formats.
• Support faculty in Bentley’s LMS to apply basic and advanced features for transformative teaching and learning.
• Develop and maintain documentation and support for instructional technology platforms.
• Engage in workshops, conferences, and collaboration with peer institutions; stay current with literature in the field.
• Serve as a training resource for faculty on tools including D2L Brightspace, Zoom, Poll Everywhere, and Turnitin.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Teaching/training

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Ed/IT

Master’s in instructional design/educational technology (plus)

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Blackboard

Canvas

Zoom

Poll Everywhere

Turnitin

Office 365

Job description

Bentley University seeks an Academic Technologist to assist faculty in adopting and integrating instructional and research technologies across disciplines. You will support LMS use (D2L Brightspace, Blackboard, Canvas) and implement tools such as Zoom, Turnitin, and Poll Everywhere to enhance teaching, learning, and collaboration.

You will work with the Associate Director of Academic Technologies to identify technology needs, develop training materials, and contribute to ongoing professional