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The University of Pittsburgh is a prestigious institution with a rich history of over 230 years, known for its innovative approach to education and research. It boasts a strong alumni network of over 350,000 graduates and a high post-graduation employment rate of 96%. Ranked among the top 3% of universities worldwide, Pitt is recognized for its significant contributions to research, particularly in health sciences, and is a leader in NIH funding. The university offers a diverse range of degree programs and is committed to preparing career-ready graduates.

<div><div><p><b>Email Marketing Specialist</b></p></div><div>
Admissions &amp; Financial Aid - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004682)</div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p></p><p>
Develops moderately complex web and print content and marketing. Acts as strategic contributor for communications team and creates marketing materials for marketing team. Attends meetings designed for content planning and development. Ensures consistent messaging and maintains University brand and style.</p></div><p></p><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><ul><li><p>
Develops moderately complex content for a variety of channels including email, SMS, print, web, social media, signage, advertising, reports, and other communications collateral.</p></li><li><p>
Writes and edits ad-hoc and campaign content for higher education marketing across diverse target audiences, adhering to branding, style guidelines, and industry best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Modifies messaging according to target audience, communication goals, and the channels employed.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiently reviews and edits content with an understanding of HTML as needed, with minimal guidance or oversight.</p></li><li><p>
Plans, creates, tests, and deploys all email, SMS, and print communications.</p></li><li><p>
Manages multiple campaigns simultaneously under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail, ensuring quality assurance, strategic sending, and delivery optimization. Analyzes email campaign results; identifies areas for improvement; implements enhanced strategies using A/B testing, send tracking, and KPI analysis.</p></li><li><p>
Leverages Slate Deliver capabilities and email marketing automation experience to own and implement best practices for the email/SMS/print marketing program.</p></li><li><p>
Creates Slate Portals or Express Portals for Landing Pages as needed.</p></li><li><p>
Serves as a strategic contributor for the communications team in content creation, ensuring design and branding consistency across all materials. Supports the marketing team in producing and editing high-quality marketing materials &mdash; including promotions, advertising, and publicity &mdash; with a consistent voice and attention to quality.</p></li><li><p>
Creates web graphics, templates, and other visual assets in alignment with University branding standards.</p></li><li><p>
Manages the Marketing Communications calendar within the team's project management system (Airtable), ensuring timely execution of deliverables.</p></li><li><p>
Maintains and updates applicable databases and tracking systems in a timely and accurate manner.</p></li><li><p>
Supports events and promotions, including vendor contact, client and designer interfacing, materials development, and milestone tracking.</p></li><li><p>
Ensures the target audiences for all email/sms/print messages align with the content for the given target audience.</p></li><li><p>
Works collaboratively with subject matter experts (SMEs), creative teams, and University departments to fact-check content, surface new stories, and ensure high-quality deliverables.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinates with department stakeholders including deans, directors, department heads, university marketing teams, and third-party agencies. Maintains strong working relationships between the Marketing &amp; Communications, Systems, and Data teams for testing, monitoring, and system maintenance.</p></li><li><p>
Leads and attends meetings related to communications planning, data, and Slate Deliver. Attends unit-specific events and meetings to support and lead message planning and content development in alignment with University goals and priorities.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><div><b><br>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
Most work is sedentary, completed within an office setting. Employee must be able to move about the campus to meetings and travel to locations outside of the University of Pittsburgh. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds occasionally.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Communications Specialist III</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Communications &amp; Marketing</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Communications</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Bachelor's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 2</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>No</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evening sna</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> TBD Based Upon Qualifications</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume, Cover Letter</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Not Applicable</div></div>

Email Marketing Specialist

<div><div><p><b>Clinical Research Coordinator II</b></p></div><div>
Health Sciences Core Research Facilities - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004680)</div><div></div><div><p><br>
The newly formed Clinical Research Support Office, within the Senior Vice Chancellor of Health Science is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II. The individual in this role primary responsibilities include coordinating working with the PI and study team of record to screen, enroll and randomize study recruits. This individual will be responsible for study management duties, as required by protocol. Coordinator experience preferred. This position will require travel from in and around Pitt and UPMC campuses. The University reserves the right to assign additional duties not listed here. Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to study protocols, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff on proper and best study research techniques as directed. Mentors and educates staff and student workers as directed. Ensures proper protocols are followed and quality assurance of research and related</p></div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p>
Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff. Ensures adherence to protocols and corrects issues with data collection.</p></div><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><p>
The newly formed Clinical Research Support Office, within the Senior Vice Chancellor of Health Science is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II. The individual in this role primary responsibilities include coordinating working with the PI and study team of record to screen, enroll and randomize study recruits. This individual will be responsible for stud management duties, as required by protocol. Coordinator experience preferred. This position will require travel from in and around Pitt and UPMC campuses. Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to study protocols, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff on proper and best study research techniques as directed. Mentors and educates staff and student workers as directed. Ensures proper protocols are followed and quality assurance of research and related work. Corrects data collection issues. Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff. Ensures adherence to protocols and corrects issues with data collection. The University reserves the right to assign additional duties not listed here.</p></div><div><div><b>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
Standing and sitting for long periods. Walking around campus. Reading small print. Bending and lifting up to 10 pounds. Working under normal office lights. Walking around campus to attend meetings.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator II</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Research</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Clinical Research</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Bachelor's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 2</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m, schedule as set with supervisor</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> TBD Based Upon Qualifications</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume, Cover Letter</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Not Applicable</div></div>

Clinical Research Coordinator II

<div><div><p><b>fNIRS Clinical Research Assistant</b></p></div><div>
Psychology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004685)</div><div></div><div><p><br>
This position supports research on behavioral and biological risk factors for cardiovascular disease and brain health. The goal of the study is to better understand how stress and physical activity influence brain and heart health across the lifespan. Responsibilities include recruiting and screening participants, administering functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and psychophysiological assessment protocols, and managing, reducing, and analyzing study data. The position would require some work-schedule flexibility to accommodate working adults who participate in the research study (e.g., occasional evening and weekend availability may be necessary). Excellent attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and the constituencies in support of a diverse community are all required for this position.</p><div>
Preferred Qualifications:<br>
<ul><li>Experience with participant testing in fNIRS, EEG, fMRI, or psychophysiological research.</li><li>Some familiarity with basic coding, data management, or statistical analysis (e.g., Matlab, R, Python, SPSS, etc.).</li><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to handle confidential information.</li></ul></div><div><br>
Preferred Qualifications:<br>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>One year of relevant experience in participant testing and data handling.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p></p><p>
Conducts research assessments and procedures independently. Oversees operations when leadership is unavailable. Recruits and screens participants, reviews records and surveys, and maintains databases. Performs routine data analysis and prepares reports, data visualizations, and models.</p></div><p></p><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><div>
This position requires the ability to:<br>
<ul><li>Quickly learn and accurately administer fNIRS, psychophysiological, and other data collection procedures using specialized laboratory equipment and software, in accordance with a strict research protocol.</li><li>Interact professionally with adults of diverse backgrounds and life circumstances.</li><li>Utilize scientific software programs to collect, reduce, and analyze research data.</li><li>Maintain attention to detail for proper data collection, entry, and analysis.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
The position is primarily sedentary, although walking to lab spaces across campus will be required for participant assessments. No heavy lifting or extended standing is involved.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Clinical Research Assistant II</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Research</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Clinical Research</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Associate's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 1</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm; Occasionally a week night, or day on the weekend.</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> $17.74 to $22.17 per hour</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume, Cover Letter</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Not Applicable</div></div>

fNIRS Clinical Research Assistant

<div><div><p><b>Laboratory Research Technician II</b></p></div><div>
Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004631)</div><div></div><div><p><br>
A Research Tech II position is available in the Chen lab of the University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department. The research will focus on pharmacological studies of retinal degenerative diseases.</p><p>
Qualification of candidate: BS in biological science or related major, with experience in animal work or histological experiments, quick learner of hands on experiments, organized, responsible team player. Willing to be working in a team and with collaborators.</p></div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p></p><p>
Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.</p></div><p></p><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><p>
Duties include: maintaining the animal inventory, retinal histology, facilitating other lab members with routine lab works, and maintain lab orders, animal protocol and IBC protocol.</p></div><p></p><div><div><b><br>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
Must be careful and organized, good vision for microscopic dissections and histological sections.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Laboratory Research Technician II</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Research</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Laboratory</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Bachelor's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 1</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> TBD Based Upon Qualifications</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> Yes</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Cover Letter</div></div>

Laboratory Research Technician II

<div><div><p><b>Lab Research Technician</b></p></div><div>
GSPH-Environmental/Occupational Health - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004491)</div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p></p><p>
Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals.</p></div><p></p><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><p>
The Research Technician should have experience in molecular biology research, with experience in rodent and molecular toxicology studies being highly preferred. The successful candidate will perform experiments and data analysis in accordance with established standards and procedures under the supervision of the Principal Investigators.</p><p>
Research within the laboratories focuses on:</p><ul><li>
Investigating the effects of exposure to environmental stressors on disease development.</li><li>
Examining the role of epigenetic mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of asthma and other human diseases.</li><li>
Studying gene-environment interactions utilizing both experimental models and human population-based studies.</li></ul><p>
The main responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of animal care and use, handling animals safely for routine procedures, isolating nucleic acids from biospecimens, and performing molecular biology assays (including, but not limited to, RT-qPCR, cloning, and sequencing).</p><p>
The Research Technician III will also conduct advanced scientific data analysis using independent judgment and relevant research background. Additionally, this role involves supervising student research assistants during experimental execution and data analysis, managing sample collection, coordinating the purchase of laboratory supplies and reagents, and maintaining laboratory equipment.</p></div><div><div><b>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
May be required to stand or move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 20 pounds.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Laboratory Research Technician III</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Research</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Laboratory</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Bachelor's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 2</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> TBD</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> $40,000-$46,000</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Not Applicable</div></div>

Lab Research Technician

<div><div><p><b>Administrative Assistant II</b></p></div><div>
Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004564)</div><div></div><div><p><br>
The Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division (PACCSM) is made of up approximately 70 clinical staff and over 100 research staff who work in a variety of locations including: Bridgeside Point, Biomedical Science Tower (BST), UPMC Hospitals including Presbyterian, Shadyside, East, Jameson and Mercy. The division provides world class services across 10 inpatient services at five hospitals and over 70,000 outpatient office visits. We have a major research mission that focuses on basic, clinical, and translational research on the lung, microbiome, COVID-19, sleep medicine, and allergy and immunology.</p><p>
The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to faculty and staff within a dynamic academic and clinical environment.</p><p>
The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for managing complex faculty calendars, welcoming and assisting visitors, maintaining department records, performing data entry, and supporting day-to-day office operations. This role will also assist with grant submission processes, coordinate travel arrangements, and prepare travel and business reimbursements in accordance with UPMC and University of Pittsburgh policies and procedures.</p><p>
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.</p><div>
Qualifications:<br>
<ul><li>Minimum of three (3) years of administrative experience or a related field</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment</li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p>
Performs administrative assistant support work of moderate complexity.</p></div><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><p>
The Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple faculty members and staff within the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine.</p><p>
Responsibilities include managing complex faculty calendars; coordinating meetings, conferences, retreats, and special events; arranging room reservations and setup; ensuring audiovisual equipment is operational; and providing onsite support before, during, and after events. The incumbent will prepare detailed itineraries and facilitate logistics for faculty recruits, guest speakers, and visitors to the Division.</p><p>
The position is responsible for coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements, including airfare, lodging, ground transportation, and conference registrations for faculty, staff, and prospective recruits. The Administrative Assistant will prepare and submit travel and business expense reimbursements through University of Pittsburgh and UPMC systems, as well as process purchase orders and invoices utilizing PantherExpress.</p><p>
Additional duties include supporting faculty with manuscript preparation and submission activities, managing reference libraries and publication records, and assisting with credentialing, medical licensure renewals, professional certifications, University of Pittsburgh Physicians (UPP) privileges, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements. The incumbent will maintain and update faculty curriculum vitae (CVs), biosketches, and other professional documentation.</p><p>
The Administrative Assistant will also perform a variety of general office and administrative duties, including answering telephone inquiries, greeting and assisting visitors, maintaining electronic and paper filing systems, preparing research participant packets, organizing and packing records for off-site storage, distributing incoming and outgoing mail, and conducting interdepartmental mail runs.</p></div><div><div><b>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
Must be able to sit/stand for up to 8 hours.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Administrative Assistant II</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Administrative Support</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Clerical</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Associate's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 3</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> Monday - Friday; 8am - 4:30pm</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> To be determined based on qualifications</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Cover Letter</div></div>

Administrative Assistant II

<div><div><p><b>Learning and Development Specialist</b></p></div><div>
Organization Development - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004151)</div><div></div><div><p><b><br>
Required Experience</b></p><ul><li>
2-5+ years&rsquo; experience designing and delivering training programs</li><li>
Demonstrated experience facilitating both in-person and virtual/hybrid training sessions</li><li>
Experience working with adult learners in a professional or higher education setting</li><li>
Experience designing learning objectives, courses, and training materials</li><li>
Experience with needs assessments or training needs analysis</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Experience in a higher education, nonprofit, or large complex organizational setting</li><li>
Experience training on a variety of workplace topics, such as professional communication, time management, difficult conversations, supervisor skills, performance management, etc.</li><li>
Experience designing learning experiences grounded in adult learning theory and instructional design best practices that align with organizational goals</li><li>
Experience partnering with subject matter experts (SMEs) to build content</li><li>
Experience working with a diverse population of staff and faculty stakeholders</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Technical Skills</b></p><ul><li>
Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS)</li><li>
Proficiency with virtual facilitation platforms (e.g, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)</li><li>
Experience with e-learning design tools (e.g., Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise)</li><li>
Familiarity with learning design models (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy)</li><li>
Facility with Microsoft Office/PowerPoint for content creation</li><li>
Basic data/reporting skills to track training metrics, completion rates, and evaluation feedback</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Core Competencies</b></p><ul><li>
Exceptional facilitation skills with the ability to create engaging, learner-centered experiences that encourage participation, discussion, and knowledge application across in-person, virtual, and hybrid environments</li><li>
Ability to translate complex or technical information into accessible, engaging content</li><li>
Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent training initiatives</li><li>
Collaborative self-starter&mdash;ability to work well in a small team environment while also managing workload autonomously</li><li>
Adaptability&mdash;able to pivot between topics, audiences, delivery modes (virtual vs. in-person)</li><li>
Strong customer service orientation and a collaborative, consultative approach with departments and leadership</li><li>
Cultural competence and ability to design inclusive training for a diverse university community</li></ul><p>
Portfolio or work samples demonstrating instructional design, facilitator materials, or e-learning development preferred</p></div><div><div><b>
Job Summary</b></div><p>
Determines training needs, develops instructional programs to meet management and employee requirements, and conducts studies to determine program effectiveness. Coordinates and conducts courses and seminars and compiles training manuals and other aids.</p></div><div><div><b>
Essential Functions</b></div><p>
This position combines instructional design and learning facilitation. The successful candidate is equally excited by designing engaging learning experiences as they are confidently delivering them.</p><p>
&bull; Deliver Organization Development (OD) workshops as appropriate in topics such as Customer Service, Performance Management, and Supervisor Skills. &bull; Deliver weekly Faculty Staff and Development (FSDP) workshops related to professional and personal skill development. &bull; Deliver additional programs to meet the ongoing needs of the University community as part of an OD intervention. &bull; Recognize and accommodate various learning styles while creating energizing learning experiences that meet the needs of the targeted audience. This will include consideration of a wide range of age groups, work experience levels, and learners at different career stages. &bull; Work with subject matter experts and other stakeholders to proactively identify and analyze workforce learning and development needs. &bull; Determine and state learning objectives and create content that matches the objectives for both on[1]line and classroom environments, depending on need. &bull; Update existing programming content to meet specific client needs and reflect current trends. &bull; Create or assist in the creation of supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games, etc.) &bull; Ability to develop and measure learning outcomes. Also, decide on the criteria used to judge learners&rsquo; performance and develop assessment instruments. &bull; Maintain project documentation. &bull; Cultivate and maintain relationships with stakeholders (subject matter experts, technical professionals, communication professionals, faculty, etc.)</p></div><div><div><b>
Physical Effort</b></div><p>
Ability to travel between campus locations or other locations in the Pittsburgh area, when applicable, for in-person sessions.</p><p>
Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.</p></div><p></p><div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
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Assignment Category</b></div> Full-time regular</div><div><div><b>
Job Classification</b></div> Staff.Training Specialist</div><div><div><b>
Job Family</b></div> Academic &amp; Student Services</div><div><div><b>
Job Sub-Family</b></div> Academic Services</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div> Bachelor's Degree</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div> 1</div><div><div><b>
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? </b></div>Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.</div><div><div><b>
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification</b></div> &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business, or related field &bull; Master's degree preferred &bull; Relevant certifications (e.g., instructional design, teaching, facilitation, DDI, ATD, CPTD, or related professional credentials) preferred</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div> Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div> Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.</div><div><div><b>
Hiring Range</b></div> $55,000-$60,000</div><div><div><b>
Relocation Offered</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div> Resume, Cover Letter</div><div><div><b>
Optional Documents</b></div> Not Applicable, Other (review job description for more details)</div></div>

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