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Department of Biomedical Sciences - Education Coordination

The Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp is a leading institution dedicated to the advancement and dissemination of scientific knowledge on infectious diseases and global health, with a special focus on low- and middle-income countries.
More than 500 staff members at the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) contribute every day to improving the health of millions of people worldwide. Our researchers conduct more than 100 scientific projects in the fields of tropical medicine and international health. Our teaching staff welcomes professionals from around the world each academic year to attend our highly regarded medical courses. More than fourty thousand of infectious diseases consultations take place in our clinic each year, and our internationally recognized reference laboratories examine many hundreds of thousands of samples.

Are you passionate about educational innovation, leveraging technology, and integrating artificial intelligence to enhance student learning experiences? The Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp is seeking a forward-thinking Technology Specialist to enhance the learning experiences within our Biomedical Sciences Department. This role focuses on integrating cutting-edge technological innovations into postgraduate and PhD programs, including our MSc in Global One Health and various specialized short courses.
About Us
The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp is internationally recognized for its comprehensive research on significant and often neglected pathogens—including parasites, mycobacteria, and viruses—and the vectors that transmit them. The department's work encompasses understanding pathogen-host-vector interactions, studying how these organisms adapt to changing environments, and innovating tools to enhance the diagnosis, surveillance, prevention, treatment, and control of infectious diseases. By integrating field-based epidemiological studies with advanced laboratory research, the department aims to alleviate the global burden of tropical infectious diseases
The Biomedical Sciences Department’s education portfolio is designed for international students seeking to strengthen or deepen their research skills in basic or translational research on the biology, ecology, and epidemiology of selected pathogens and their hosts and vectors. The portfolio is managed by the Departmental Education Coordinator, to whom you will report

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Technological Integration: you will identify and implement the latest technological trends to enrich student learning across online, blended, and on-campus course formats.
Faculty Collaboration: you will partner with teaching staff and educational coordinators to design and develop instructional materials that leverage technology for improved educational outcomes.
Student Support: you will assist students in utilizing technological tools, including AI applications, to enhance their learning experiences.
LMS Management: you will oversee the administration and optimization of the departmental materials on the Moodle Learning Management System, ensuring its effective use in course delivery and assessment.
Training and Development: you will conduct training sessions and provide ongoing support for faculty and students on the effective use of educational technologies.
Research and Evaluation: you will stay informed about emerging educational technologies and assess their potential impact on teaching and learning within the department.
Network: you will build an internal and external network of contacts in your field of expertise.

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Educational Background

You hold a Master degree in Life Sciences, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
A background in or affinity with (bio)medical research is a strong plus.

Experience

You have experience in developing instructional materials (preferably at postgraduate level) that integrate technology to enhance learning outcomes.
You have experience in conducting training sessions and providing ongoing support on the effective use of educational technologies.

Technical proficiency

Proficiency in administering and managing Moodle or similar LMS platforms is crucial. This includes content creation, user management, system configuration, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with AI tools and their application in education, as well as experience with various educational software and multimedia tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate360, Turnitin,Zoom,Kahoot,Padlet), is essential.

Additional Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with staff and students. Fluent in English and Dutch (or willing to learn Dutch).
A commitment to staying current with emerging technological trends and assessing their applicability in an educational context.
You can adapt to varying workloads throughout the academic year and evolving job content.
You are quick to take on responsibility.
You are assertive and have integrity.
You are team-oriented but can work independently.
You can easily deal with strict deadlines.
You have a proactive and positive work attitude and you like to take initiative
You are willing to travel to partner institutions

Offer

Group insurance
Meal vouchers

The Institute of Tropical Medicine is committed to building an diverse, equitable and inclusive institute. We strive for excellence, integrity, specificity, and efficiency. Your assignment contributes to its the socially relevant mission. We value human dignity and diversity, academic creativity and a critical spirit, solidarity and cooperation, and the well-being of employees, students, patients, and clients. We offer you:

A permanent, full-time position. Starting date: as soon as possible.
A collegial working environment with attention to work-life balance and individual growth and development.
A workplace in the middle of the vibrant city of Antwerp, easily accessible by public transport.
A salary set according to the pay scales of ITM and the Flemish universities and to your work experience with some supplementary benefits, such as private pension scheme and meal voucher subscription.
An immigration and relocation assistance package if applicable.

Interested?
For more information about this position, please contact HR (Show emailaddress).
Apply before February 28th, 2025 via the application form on our website. We ask you to add your CV en motivation letter.
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Clinical research

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