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Are you inspired by ASU's charter and desire to be a part of a purpose-driven elite team of instructional designers? Are you passionate about transforming education through innovative design, enhanced pedagogy, and technology? Does working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment sound like your ideal space to do your best work? If so, keep reading!

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

We are seeking an experienced and nimble Instructional Designer to join our growing Innovation and Emerging Technologies team. ASU has partnered with the United States military to reimagine their learning ecosystem and to encourage and promote lifelong learning during a service member's time in and out of the uniform. Every day you'll make a difference in the lives of others by collaborating closely with faculty, instructors, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to design and develop engaging, learner-centered experiences. You'll apply proven instructional design methodologies and adult learning theories to co-create content and experiences that resonate with learners across the globe and lifespan all while optimizing workflows and processes to support scalable, efficient development

While a deep knowledge of the U.S. military is not necessary to be successful in this role, we are looking for an individual who is passionate about innovation, design thinking, prototyping, access to education, and who loves working on complex, innovative, high-visibility projects that push the status quo.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, mission-driven team that's shaping the future of learning at the most innovative university in the world.

Essential Duties :

Collaborate with team members and faculty / instructors to design and develop scalable, engaging, interactive, and pedagogically sound learning experiences that support student success across the lifespan.

Recommend innovative applications of pedagogy and digital tools to enhance scalable, online teaching and learning.

Create compelling and engaging instructional resources, including interactive websites, multimedia elements, and digital learning objects that transform the digital student learning experience and expand your technical expertise.

Leverage content authoring tools, multimedia applications, and presentation platforms to support the development of custom online learning solutions that address specific pedagogical challenges.

Advocate for pedagogically sound educational technology integration by keeping team members and faculty informed about cutting-edge instructional technology developments.

Evaluate and recommend effective and creative uses of emerging technologies that have potential value for online teaching and learning.

Develop training materials, including job aids, online tutorials, and other multimedia materials to assist faculty with instructional design principles and the use of online teaching and learning tools.

Assume or coordinate other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

NOTE : This is not a fully remote position. Must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale, Arizona.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment / field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and / or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications :

Education : Master's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology / Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, or a related field (strongly preferred).

Course Design Expertise : Proven ability to design, develop, implement, and revise online courses using learning theories and multiple learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, edX, Coursera).

Project & Technology Skills : Experience managing projects, meeting milestones, resolving technical issues, and maintaining attention to detail while following established guidelines and policies.

Collaboration & Communication : Strong ability to build effective working relationships and communicate clearly in visual, oral, and written forms.

Adaptability : Demonstrated success in pivoting priorities, managing multiple concurrent projects, and thriving in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

NOTE : Please answer the following questions in your cover letter :

What are three (3) essential duties for our position that interest you and how do they relate to your personal and / or professional goals?

Referring to the ASU Online Course Design Standards, what are two (2) of your strengths that you hope to bring to our team and what are two (2) opportunities for growth you hope to gain or strengthen if you are selected? Within the context of instructional design, how have you specifically demonstrated your two (2) strengths? Why do you want to develop your two (2) opportunities for growth?

Salary & Benefits :

$51,500 - $75,000 per year, DOE

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits.

Healthcare

Financial Security

Retirement

Family Resources

Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)

Discounts

Working Environment :

Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is NOT a fully remote position.)

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement :

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the University charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

Apply by midnight Arizona time : Friday, September 26, 2025

Work Location : In person