Instructional Design, Lead

Overview

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At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
• And more

This role is hybrid. Work Location: Atlanta, GA

Preferred experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience with a minimum of 3 years (5-7 years preferred) of instructional design experience creating learning solutions across various formats and modalities

• Customer centricity focus and ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external partners
• Innovative thinking and proven ability to research innovative learning and development practices and tools to continuously enrich and enhance Emory Healthcare talent & learning practices
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and critical thinking mindset
• Strong project management skills; organized and detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills; ability to work with all levels of talent including Executive Leaders

Portfolio Submission (Required)

All candidates must submit a portfolio demonstrating independent instructional design work as part of the application process. Please include your portfolio link on your resume.


Selection Process

This role requires successful completion of an in-person, practical skills assessment at our Northlake location prior to offer. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.

Description

• In addition to core instructional design responsibilities, this position includes operational tasks related to the coordination of in-person and blended learning programs.
• Instructional deliverables should align with HealthStream content structure and design components.

Instructional Design & Stakeholder Partnership

1. Consult with business stakeholders and subject-matter experts (SMEs) to assess learning needs and define program objectives, and align learning solutions to stated needs and organizational goals
2. Design and develop instructional materials using adult learning theory, including facilitator guides, participant handouts, slide decks, job aids, assessments, practice activities and eLearnings
3. Research, write and edit content that is clear, engaging, and aligned with learning objectives, brand standards, and accessibility guidelines
4. Recommend learning modalities and sequencing based on audience analysis and business goals
5. Ensure instructional materials follow HealthStream structure and design conventions for smooth transition to platform teams
6. Ensure learning materials align with EHC instructional design standards
7. Support blended learning approaches by aligning instructor-led and digital components cohesively
8. Partner with stakeholders to provide instructional design consultation when full-service instructional design is not possible or warranted. This includes actively supporting influencing SMEs to create instructional content that aligns with adult learning principles and instructional design standards

Project Management

1. Manage multiple design projects concurrently, balancing timelines, stakeholder expectations, and scope
2. Maintain project documentation including intake forms, design briefs, feedback cycles, and final deliverables
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with standards, timelines, and rollout goals
4. Track design decisions and maintain version control for instructional assets

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

1. Design and implement evaluation strategies that align with EHC Instructional Design Standards, and assess satisfaction, knowledge acquisition, behavior change, and business impact
2. Use tools such as pre/post assessments, surveys, facilitator debriefs, and observation checklists
3. Partner with stakeholders to define success metrics and align evaluation tools accordingly
4. Analyze learner feedback, participation data, and performance outcomes to inform future content improvements
5. Document evaluation findings and contribute to team-level continuous improvement practices

Operations

1. Coordinate and manage logistics for instructor-led and blended training programs, including scheduling, room setup, materials preparation, and technical checks
2. Provide onsite support during training sessions to troubleshoot issues and ensure a positive learning experience
3. Support facilitators with onboarding, walkthroughs, and access to necessary materials and tools
4. Partner with administrative and facilities teams across locations to ensure space readiness and delivery consistency

Additional Duties as Assigned

Travel: Travel between Operating Units may be required

Work Type: Hybrid employee - splits time between working remotely and working in the office

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in in instructional design, adult education, or a related field or related field; or equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree
• 3 years or more of instructional design experience creating learning solutions across various formats and modalities
• Experience leading instructional design projects using ADDIE or a similar model
• Additional Information: A portfolio of instructional materials may be requested during the interview process

Skills, Abilities, & Knowledge

1. Strong writing and instructional development skills across various formats
2. Expertise and experience with authoring tools such as: Articulate Rise, Storyline, Canva
3. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; experience managing multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in instructional design, adult education, or a related field
• Experience in healthcare, clinical education, or other regulated industries

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.


ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Leave and Accommodations.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.


ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.