Programming and Innovation Ecosystem In collaboration with Instructional Designers and Research Librarians, and LITS colleagues-including the Program Manager for Innovation Programs & Partnerships -design and support workshops, open labs, demonstrations, and interdisciplinary events that promote creative and artistic use of makerspace, interactive media, and emerging technologies. The Senior Academic Technologist leads the daily operations, safety, instruction, and programming for the Innovation Center's makerspace and advanced technology studios, including facilities for laser cutting, woodworking, metalworking, 3D printing, robotics, motion capture, and immersive media.