Instructional Designer & Developer - Digital Learning - UTK

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, TN

4d • Remote

About The Position

Digital Learning at UT is a newer unit charged with advancing the university’s commitment to discovery, creativity, learning, and engagement for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies, the unit provides scalable solutions to enhance online learning and reduce barriers to student access and success.

The Instructional Designer & Developer for online teaching and learning works with UTK instructional faculty and Graduate Teaching Associates (GTAs) to analyze, design, develop, and evaluate quality online and hybrid courses and programs. The role leads and manages instructional design projects that impact academic units and supports the university’s goal of expanding educational opportunities beyond the Knoxville campus through robust and engaging online programs and courses.

The position is eligible for fully remote work for candidates located in the United States; the listed work location is Knoxville, Tennessee. The target salary range is $60,000–$64,000. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without now or future sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of instructional design experience.
• Knowledge of best practices in online teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Knowledge of instructional design models and development methods.
• Knowledge of pedagogy and educational theories.
• Knowledge of universal design principles (UDL) and accessibility standards.
• High proficiency in a modern learning management system, such as Canvas.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to apply quality course standards to online instruction.
• Ability to analyze instruction and make development decisions.
• Ability to design and develop online and hybrid courses.
• Knowledge of developing digital multimedia assets, which may include video, graphics, or games.
• Knowledge of AI and its applications in higher education.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without now or future sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or doctoral degree in instructional design, online education, educational technology, learning science, adult learning, or a related field.
• Knowledge of developing eLearning materials using software such as Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, and other interactive learning tools.
• Expertise in specialized instructional design areas, particularly STEM, science or laboratory instruction, gamified learning, simulations, and interactive modules.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty, instructors, and instructional design team members to develop courses aligned with the university’s Engaged Online Course Initiative.
• Support faculty through professional development opportunities, including training, webinars, and comprehensive course design and development.
• Manage instructional design projects supporting the development of individual courses and programs.
• Consult with faculty and instructional staff across the university on effective use and implementation of best practices in online teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement assessment tools to evaluate programming and help faculty examine their teaching for continuous improvement.
• Engage in professional development related to online and hybrid teaching and learning, instructional design, and educational technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time