Faculty Development Specialist

Overview

Winston-Salem State University is seeking a Faculty Development Specialist for the Center of Innovative and Transformative Instruction. The Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction (CITI) is an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative space for faculty, staff and administrators to pursue innovation and transformation in higher education teaching and learning. This position designs and implements comprehensive professional development initiatives that support faculty success and student achievement.

The Faculty Development Specialist reports to the Director for The Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction within Academic Affairs and collaborates with faculty, academic leadership, and campus partners to foster inclusive, innovative, and evidence-based teaching and learning practices.

• Design, coordinate, and deliver faculty development programming focused on effective teaching, learning assessment, instructional technology, inclusive pedagogy, and student success.
• Support onboarding and ongoing professional development for new and continuing faculty, including workshops, learning communities, seminars, and institutes.
• Collaborate with the Office of Faculty Affairs, academic departments, deans, and key campus units to identify faculty development needs and align programming with institutional and UNC System priorities.
• Provide individual and group consultations to faculty on course design, pedagogy, assessment, and the use of instructional technologies.
• Assist with faculty development related to accreditation standards, program review, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Support grant-funded and donor-supported initiatives related to teaching innovation and faculty success, as applicable.
• Assess the effectiveness of faculty development programs and prepare reports to support continuous improvement and accountability.
• Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in higher education, faculty development, and instructional design.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and strategic goals of Winston-Salem State University.

Position Number: 001938

Working

Position Title:

Faculty Development Specialist

Building and Room No.: O’Kelly Library, room 202

Appointment Type:
Permanent Full-Time

Appointment Length: 12 months

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Normal

Work Schedule:

8:00 am-5:00 pm M-F;
Other hours as necessary

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Education, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Experience working in faculty development, instructional support, teaching and learning centers, or a related higher education environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based teaching and learning practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated competence teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and staff.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating multiple projects or work tasks.

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience working within the University of North Carolina System or another large public higher education system.
• Experience supporting faculty across multiple disciplines and appointment types (tenure-track, non-tenure-track, clinical, adjunct).
• Familiarity with instructional technologies, learning management systems, and digital teaching tools.

Valid US Driver's License:
No

Physical

Required:

No

Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience

Open Date: 01/30/2026

Close Date: 02/13/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

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