#TRANSFORMINGTOMORROW: MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US.
IT:U is a new technical university in Austria (Linz) dedicated to digital transformation, driven by interdisciplinary research and project-based learning to actively shape this transformation and advance it with a solution-oriented approach.
Join us as a
LMS Administrator (f/m/d)*
As LMS Administrator (f/m/d), you will be responsible for the seamless operation, integration, and continuous improvement of our Canvas LMS and connected learning technologies. Working at the intersection of researchers, the teaching & learning team, and IT, you will ensure our digital learning environments are robust, user-friendly, and ready for the future of education.
Your tasks and responsibilities:
- Administer, configure, and maintain our Canvas LMS and associated learning technologies to ensure reliable and effective daily operations.
- Manage and optimize connections between Canvas LMS and other academic systems (e.g., Student Information Systems (SIS), assessment tools, and collaboration platforms).
- Monitor and analyze usage, adoption, and performance data to derive actionable insights for continuous platform improvement.
- Support the evaluation, selection, and rollout of new learning technology tools based on user needs and data insights.
- Work closely with researchers, teaching & learning teams, and central IT to optimize digital learning environments and explain complex systems to stakeholders.
- Ensure high data quality, accessibility, and strict compliance with institutional policies and data protection regulations.
Your strengths and skills:
- University degree in Computer Science, Education, or a related field with a focus on information systems; a Master’s degree is a plus.
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Canvas LMS or a similar platform (such as Moodle, Blackboard, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of LMS administration (setup, permissions, troubleshooting) and connecting systems (SIS, third-party LTI tools).
- Proven capability to translate usage data and user feedback into actionable insights.
- Experience in platform evaluation, requirements gathering, pilots, and contributing to roadmaps.
- Demonstrated ability to work with AI-enabled tools to support teaching, learning, and engagement.
- Highly organized team player with strong communication skills, analytical problem-solving, and a service mindset.
- High proficiency in English (minimum Level C1).
What you can expect:
- Varied and customizable tasks in an innovative educational and research institution.
- Unique opportunity to help build a new university.
- Attractive campus with good transportation connections.
- Free parking or Climate Ticket Upper Austria.
- Flexible working hours through a flextime model and the option for home office.
Competitive compensation starting from € 42.000 yearly gross salary.
*Come as you are – we value and promote diversity in our team. Everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential, realize ideas and seize opportunities. Regardless of age, skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or origin, we welcome applications from all people equally.
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