Instructional Design Professional Job

Job Description The Global Innovation Exchange team has an outstanding opportunity for an Instructional Designer to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Academic Director for MSTI, the Instructional Designer partners with faculty and program leadership to enhance graduate-level learning experiences through instructional design, curriculum development, and continuous course improvement. This role supports teaching excellence through faculty coaching, curriculum governance, and the development of innovative learning solutions for academic and external audiences.
Design, implement, and maintain Canvas course templates aligned with graduate teaching models, accessibility standards, and MSTI instructional expectations. Apply backward design, active learning strategies, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards across course designs.
Teaching Development (20%) Attend and observe MSTI courses to assess instructional practices, course structure, and learning activities. Provide design-focused feedback to faculty to support instructional improvement and future modality transitions. Design and deliver faculty workshops and instructional development sessions based on program needs and observed trends.
Course Evaluation Review and Recommendations (15%) Review mid-quarter student feedback and course evaluation data to identify instructional trends and opportunities for improvement. Partner with program leadership to provide instructional design insights and recommendations for future instructional enhancements. Contribute instructional design expertise to discussions regarding instructional effectiveness and program quality.
Prepare and submit curriculum actions through UW Curriculum Management (UW CM/Kuali), including new course and course change proposals. Curriculum Development for External Engagements (15%) Partner with faculty and GIX leadership to design curriculum for corporate engagements and external learning initiatives. Develop instructional materials, learning activities, and assessments for professional and corporate audiences.
Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Communication, or a related field. Minimum of three years of instructional design experience in higher education or nonprofit settings. Demonstrated experience applying instructional design methodologies such as backward design, ADDIE, SAM, rapid prototyping, and active learning strategies. Experience supporting accessible and inclusive course design and compliance with ADA and WCAG standards. Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and coaching skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Communication, or a related field. Minimum of two (2) years of instructional design experience in higher education or nonprofit settings.
Demonstrated experience applying instructional design methodologies such as backward design, ADDIE, SAM, rapid prototyping, and active learning strategies. Experience supporting accessible and inclusive course design and compliance with ADA and WCAG standards. Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and coaching skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Working Conditions Frequent interaction with faculty, staff, and graduate students. Partial remote work may be available based on operational needs and supervisor approval.
GIX inspires innovators to solve real-world challenges through the responsible application of advanced technologies, aiming to increase the capacity of innovative leaders to create value, transform organizations, and improve the world. Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
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