Instructional Designer Associate

Arizona State University•Phoenix, AZ

5d•$51,500 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering is training the next generation of physician-engineers for health system transformation. Our student-centric curriculum is designed with a variety of active learning modalities proven to enhance student learning and keep students engaged in the classroom. The instructional design team partners with faculty to develop curricula for traditional classroom experiences, mixed-reality anatomy curriculum, and clinical skills training. Under general direction and in collaboration with the instructional design team, this position supports the design, development, and quality assurance of learning materials and experiences. This role contributes to course design initiatives by applying foundational instructional design, learning science, and accessibility principles.

Requirements

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.
Use computers effectively - including inputting, reviewing, retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen, and using mouse and keyboard.
Ability to use calculator, telephone, computer (monitor, keyboard, and mouse), printer, fax, and copier.
Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, or a related field.
Foundational knowledge of instructional design principles and learning science (e.g., alignment, active learning), with experience reviewing or developing instructional materials.
Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1/2.2).
Familiarity with instructional technologies and learning management systems.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Proficiency in office and education technologies (e.g., Microsoft Office, learning management systems, student information systems).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Skill in preparing detailed reports on a timely basis.

Responsibilities

Assists with development tasks such as formatting, grammar, clarity, consistency, and alignment with learning objectives; provides feedback to faculty to ensure coherence and rigor.
Applies foundational instructional design and learning science principles to support case-based, active learning, and interdisciplinary learning experiences.
Applies Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2 Level AA) to design and remediate inclusive instructional materials.
Participate in the quality assurance process for courses and learning materials.
Develops and maintains instructional resources (e.g., templates, guides, tutorials) to support course design and delivery.
Supports faculty, as assigned, with course design, instructional strategies, and inclusive teaching practices.
Manages assigned tasks to meet timelines and collaborates with the team to support curriculum development.
Builds foundational knowledge of instructional design, educational technology, and accessibility best practices through professional development.
Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
Use critical thinking to make decisions and/or analyze and report data/results of tests conducted.
Deliver presentations to a variety of audiences.
Initiate confidential correspondence on behalf of the program.
Work both independently and within a complex structured team.
Able to exercise judgment within generally defined practices & policies to determine appropriate action.
Proctor standardized assessments.
Schedule appointments and maintain calendars.
Select and attend professional development opportunities provided by ASU HR.
Other duties as assigned.