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Exeter

Academic Technology Coordinator

Exeter, NH · On-site

$67K - $70K/yr

Director of Studies SCHEDULE: Full-Time 40 hours per week during the Academic Year. Summer hours ... innovation in support of its mission. * Seek out and regularly inform teachers of appropriate ...

CMI Media Group

Director, Innovation

Parsippany, NJ

$90K - $180K/yr

Director, Innovation at CMI Media Group Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving ... Spearhead pilot programs, introduce groundbreaking technologies, and create unique opportunities ...

CMI Media Group

Director, Innovation

Wayne, PA

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CMI Media Group

Director, Innovation

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

Director, Innovation at CMI Media Group Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving ... Spearhead pilot programs, introduce groundbreaking technologies, and create unique opportunities ...

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Director, Innovation

Philadelphia, PA

$90K - $180K/yr

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CMI Media Group

Director, Innovation

Cherry Hill, NJ

$90K - $180K/yr

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director innovation academic technology in the United States is $86,087.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Innovation Academic Technology vs Director Educational Technology?

AspectDirector Innovation Academic TechnologyDirector Educational Technology
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Education, Technology, or related fields; experience in innovation projectsBachelor's or Master's in Education, Instructional Design, or related fields; experience with educational tools
Work EnvironmentHigher education institutions, research centers, or academic settingsSchools, universities, or educational organizations
Employer & Industry UsageFocus on integrating innovative tech solutions into academic programsFocus on implementing and managing educational technology tools and platforms

The main difference is that the Director Innovation Academic Technology emphasizes pioneering new tech solutions and innovative strategies in academia, while the Director Educational Technology concentrates on deploying and managing existing educational tools to enhance learning experiences.

Infographic showing various Director Innovation Academic Technology job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,087 per year, or $41.4 per hour.
ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION SPECIALIST, Education Innovation & Academic Technology

ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION SPECIALIST, Education Innovation & Academic Technology

Boston University

Boston, MA

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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173rd of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Boston University's Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning is focused on elevating and transforming teaching and learning innovation across the entire BU campus community to deliver a superior student experience. 
 
The Institute is seeking an Academic Technology & Innovation Specialist with a strong foundation in understanding learning management systems (particularly relevant assessment technologies), a robust track record of working with faculty across academic disciplines, and an enthusiastic approach to emergent technologies. 
 
Reporting to the Executive Director for Academic Technology & Innovation, the ATIS collaborates closely with Institute staff and BU faculty to bring a thoughtful, systemic approach to educational innovation.
 
Essential Functions
Creating a University wide culture of academic excellence and technology innovation by:
• Designing & leading training sessions and workshops tailored to diverse faculty needs on educational technologies, digital pedagogy, and emerging tools (including AI), integrating ethical considerations into all offerings (including data privacy and access/accessibility). 
• Creating inclusive, participatory learning environments for faculty around uses of academic technology that encourage critical inquiry, peer learning, and reflective practice.
• Organizing and cultivating communities of practice that sustain ongoing dialogue, experimentation, and collaboration across the University around the uses of academic technology.  
• Maintaining awareness of best practices and emerging technologies, with a discerning eye toward both their pedagogical potential and systemic impacts.
• Creating opportunities for faculty to experiment with new pedagogical approaches through deploying academic technology, including iterative course redesign.  Documenting and sharing insights from training sessions, workshops, and communities of practice to contribute to institutional learning and continuous improvement.
 
Engaging with faculty to apply technology solutions to pedagogical challenges by:
• Partnering with faculty and academic staff to design, implement, and refine meaningful, technology-enhanced assessments and reflective learning practices.  
• Providing individualized consultations on how digital tools can enhance and improve course design, assessment strategies, and student engagement.  
• Collaborating on pilot projects and innovation initiatives, including integrating emerging technologies into curricula.
• Acting as a primary pedagogical support and thought partner for assessment platforms (e.g., Gradescope, ExamSoft, Blackboard grading tools) and ePortfolio systems (particularly Digication).  
• Creating inclusive, accessible resources—toolkits, templates, and how-to guides—that support effective use of educational technology across disciplines and modalities.
 
 
Contributing to Institute initiatives by bringing academic technology focused insight to the table while demonstrating adaptability, relational intelligence, and a shared commitment to fostering an inclusive and future-ready academic ecosystem.  Activities include:
• Collaborating on internal and external communications that highlight innovative teaching practices and institutional efforts.
• Serving as a bridge between faculty creativity and institutional support structures, such as the Faculty Development Office, helping the university move from adoption to alignment in its technology-enhanced teaching practices.
• Developing resources, guidelines, and frameworks that support university-wide initiatives aimed at advancing educational equity, digital fluency, and pedagogical excellence.

Required Skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in educational technology, education, or a related field.
• Five to eight years of educational technology work experience, with three to five years of experience in a higher education setting
• Strong knowledge of educational technologies, including media production tools, assessment platforms, and collaborative learning software. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. 
• Creative problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and comfort with change in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• Knowledge of learning design principles and best practices in adult learning. 
• Demonstrated collaboration with faculty, academic leaders, and diverse stakeholders. 
• Creative problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and comfort with change in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• Strong empathy and active listening skills to effectively understand and address faculty and learner needs.

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Boston University is an international, comprehensive, private research university, committed to educating students to be reflective, resourceful individuals ready to live, adapt, and lead in an interconnected world. Boston University is committed to generating new knowledge to benefit society. We remain dedicated to our founding principles: that higher education should be accessible to all and that research, scholarship, artistic creation, and professional practice should be conducted in the service of the wider community—local and international. These principles endure in the University’s insistence on the value of diversity, in its tradition and standards of excellence, and in its dynamic engagement with the City of Boston and the world. Boston University comprises a remarkable range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs built on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences. With the support and oversight of the Board of Trustees, the University, through our faculty, continually innovates in education and research to ensure that we meet the needs of students and an ever-changing world.

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