Instructional Design Specialist

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Job Title :

Instructional Design Specialist

Department :

Arts and Sciences | Evolution Ecology and Organismal Biology

The Instructional Design Specialist assists in the development and coordination of all Evolution and Ecology courses, to include participating in all aspects of planning, implementation, and assessment of those courses. The position will collaborate with instructional teams to discuss student feedback and course redesign while working with faculty and staff to appropriately operate within the course management system, including management of digital course materials and deadlines. They will be responsible for the management of learning outcomes and building consistency of assessment tools across offerings. They will be tasked with developing and maintaining the “shared digital library” of course materials for laboratory / recitation instruction to support lecture instructors in their development of course materials & assessments to ensure consistency of effort and focus. The position will also be responsible for reviewing existing and developing additional, consistent course materials, lab protocols, and lab manuals to encourage better student engagement.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Additional Education Desired

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or Education preferred.

Required Qualifications

2 years of relevant experience required.

Desired Qualifications

2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events. Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans. Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming. Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available. Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners. Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.