Laboratory Technologist, Architecture, Design and Construction, Part-Time Adjunct Faculty

Community College of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Community College of Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Instructional Technologist to provide technical and instructional support across Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Arts, Digital Media, and Fine Arts programs. The role includes operating large-format printers, supporting 3D printing, and assisting with CAD and Adobe Creative Suite on Mac and Windows.

The incumbent will collaborate with faculty, help prepare studio labs, and promote responsible use of equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline.
• Experience with architecture, interior design, graphic arts, digital media, or fine arts is valuable.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and CAD software is expected.
• Experience operating large-format printers and 3D printing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to students and faculty in studio, lab, and classroom environments.
• Assist students and faculty with large-format printing equipment and project materials.
• Provide hands-on support with 3D printing equipment for student projects.
• Assist with Adobe Creative Suite applications for coursework and projects.
• Provide technical assistance with CAD software and related design tools.
• Support in Mac OS and Windows OS environments and software.
• Troubleshoot computers, printers, and studio equipment.
• Maintain studio and lab technology and equipment for instructional use.
• Collaborate with faculty to provide students technical assistance for assignments.
• Promote responsible use of equipment and technology.

Skills

Technical support

Mac OS/Windows familiarity

Bilingual proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD software

Large-format printing equipment

3D printing equipment

Job description

The part-time Instructional Technologist provides technical and instructional support for students and faculty across Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Arts, Digital Media, and Fine Arts programs. The position supports the effective use of specialized equipment, software, and technology used in studio, lab, and classroom environments.

• Provide technical support to students and faculty in Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Arts, Digital Media, and Fine Arts studio, lab, and classroom environments.
• Assist students and faculty with the operation of large-format printing equipment, including preparing and producing materials for academic projects.
• Provide hands‑on support with 3D printing equipment used for student projects and instructional activities.
• Assist students and faculty with the use of Adobe Creative Suite applications in support of coursework and creative projects.
• Provide technical assistance with computer-aided design (CAD) software and related digital design tools.
• Support students and faculty working on both Mac OS and Windows OS computers and associated software.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of computers, printers, specialized equipment, and software used within the academic programs.
• Help prepare and maintain studio and lab technology and equipment for instructional use.

• Promote the appropriate and responsible use of specialized equipment, software, and technology.
• Collaborate with faculty to provide students with technical assistance related to course assignments and projects.
• Commitment to the College’s Mission: Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.
• External and Internal Community Relations: Actively participate in the academic life of the College; including participation in graduation, recruitment events, general assemblies, student life activities and other cross functional teams. Create learning opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom, including opportunities to teach dual-enrollment high school students.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences, and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify and address problems.
• Respect for Diversity: Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students.
• Assessment: Participation in continual assessment and course updates to ensure excellence in meeting programs and student learning outcomes.
• Student Success: Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in the field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population. Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns.
• Leadership and Development: Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession. Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success.

• At least a bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline required.
• Experience or demonstrated familiarity with one or more of the following academic or professional areas: Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Arts, Digital Media, or Fine Arts.
• Experience operating large-format printing equipment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite applications.
• Experience operating and supporting 3D printing equipment and technology.
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Working knowledge of both Mac OS and Windows OS environments.
• Ability to learn and support specialized software, equipment, and technology used in studio, lab, and classroom environments.
• Ability to provide effective technical assistance to students and faculty with varying levels of experience using technology and specialized equipment.

• Experience working diverse student populations.
• Experience working at a community college.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.