Job Details

Equitable Assessment Specialist

Position Number: 7086687
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance

Equitable Assessment Specialist

Requisition Number: 71382
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 30-Apr-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for an Equitable Assessment Specialist! This role works with faculty and support staff to develop and use equitable assessment practices grounded in research for the improvement of teaching and learning. This specialized position enhances the staff expertise in the CTL by providing assessment support for courses and programs across the subject areas. This includes providing assessment support to individual faculty and other CU educators, course teams, and academic and other programs by designing assessment plans; developing and refining assessment instruments (e.g., surveys, focus group protocols, classroom observation protocols); and analyzing, visualizing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative assessment data. This position helps to advance the University-wide assessment initiatives and the CTL's vision of a diverse and inclusive community of educators and learners.

The CTL embraces belonging and inclusion as central to its mission in supporting excellence in teaching at the University of Colorado Boulder. The CTL offers flexible and responsive programming for CU's educators, including workshops, consultations, asynchronous resources, and related professional development activities.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Center for Teaching & Learning supports innovation and excellence in teaching and learning at the University of Colorado Boulder through its workshops, consultations, programming, and related activities and resources. Our work through the CTL aims to cultivate attitudes toward teaching that are open, curious, and innovative. Impactful teaching, we believe, is not innately produced but is learned, informed by continuous dialogue, collective knowledge, and scholarship. As a Center, we invite educators to an open, common space where all are welcome to explore teaching practices, pose questions, have brave conversations, take creative risks, and embrace intellectual humility.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Instructional Assessment and Consultation

Assist faculty of all ranks and categories through:

Individual and group consultations on equitable assessment practices in individual courses (particularly large courses) and/or curriculum planning
Use of both quantitative and qualitative assessment methods as appropriate for the individual class session level, course level, and curricular or program level to suggest what to change or continue within specific contexts
Interpreting data and guiding the use of assessment findings for action plans
Conducting classroom interviews and classroom observations to provide formative feedback on instructional practices

Programming Development and Delivery

Design and implement workshops, tutorials, working groups, etc. to help instructors develop learning objectives, select appropriate teaching strategies, and use appropriate assessment tools
Engage in outreach to departments to develop departmental trainings tailored to their unique teaching, learning, and assessment needs
Curate, create, and refine online resources related to equitable and inclusive assessment of student learning, teaching effectiveness, and program-level outcomes
Collaborate with Data & Analytics, the Office of Undergraduate Education, Academic Planning & Assessment, and other campus units to use institutional data such as surveys and enrollment data to inform programs and services

Collaboration

Participate as an active team member to implement CTL activities and programs
Support the assessment and evaluation of CTL programs and services
Contribute to the creation of the CTL's annual report
Work collaboratively with campus networks & resources
Contribute, as appropriate, to assessment activities in support of the University's assessment and accreditation function
Remain current with trends in equitable assessment in higher education, as well as teaching and learning in general

What You Should Know

Approximately 2 days in office per week, and for additional events and as needed.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary range for this position is $86,100.00 - $90,000.00.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Master's Degree in Educational Assessment or research-based field.
Two years of post-secondary (college or university) teaching experience as instructor of record.
Two years of work experience in assessment, evaluation, educational research or measurement, or another quantitative research area (e.g., psychology).

What You Will Need

Proven understanding of and expertise with principles and practices of inclusive teaching in higher education.
Demonstrated proficiency with qualitative and quantitative research methods, including data analysis using statistical software such as R or SPSS.
Proven instructional development ability (e.g., program/course design).
Excellent communication skills, including writing, presenting, and one-to-one interactions.
Familiarity with current literature on evidence-based pedagogy.
Ability to work effectively in settings of social and intellectual diversity.
Expertise in individual and group training and coaching.
Ability both to work independently and to interact with colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.
Proven ability and efficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and database management using Microsoft Office including Excel.
Experience using statistical programs such as SPSS or R, and online survey tools such as Qualtrics.
Proficiency reading and interpreting data visualization tools.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply 4/30/26 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Equitable-Assessment-Specialist/71382