Instructional Designer (PSS2), Rowan Online

Rowan University • Glassboro, NJ

1d • $73,900 - $84,980 • Hybrid

About The Position

Rowan Online, in collaboration with the academic departments, is committed to expanding access, empowering students, and elevating the impact of high-quality online education. As an Instructional Designer, you will play a key role in shaping engaging, accessible, and effective online learning experiences in partnership with faculty and academic units. This role collaborates closely with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to design learner-centered, inclusive, and pedagogically sound learning experiences that reflect best practices in instructional design and align with institutional standards. If you are passionate about online learning, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and are driven by continuous improvement and innovation, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing and evolving online learning environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in instructional design, educational technology, or related field.
• Experience supporting users in a higher education environment with online learning technologies.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas) and integrated instructional technologies.
• Collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop learning experiences that reflect disciplinary best practices.
• Guide faculty on the effective pedagogical and technical uses of digital technologies within the LMS and integrated platforms (e.g., Kaltura).
• Design authentic and aligned assessments, activities, and content that promote deep learning and active engagement.
• Utilize standardized instructional design tools and frameworks to maintain high rigor and consistency across courses.
• Serve as a trusted design consultant for subject matter experts, providing one-on-one support while modeling inclusive, student-centered teaching practices in all faculty interactions.
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting diverse users.
• Effective project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and consultative skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and quality assurance practices in online learning.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and user support.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Welcomes continuous learning, innovation, and improvement in online education practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with faculty to design, develop, and enhance online courses using the Learning Management System and integrated technologies.
• Apply instructional design principles to create engaging, accessible, and outcomes-aligned online learning experiences.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for instructional technologies used in online and hybrid course delivery.
• Deliver training, workshops, and resources to support faculty in effective online teaching and course design.
• Review and assess courses for quality, accessibility, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Manage and support small-scale instructional design projects, including timelines, documentation, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Research emerging trends and tools in instructional design and recommend improvements to digital learning practices.

Benefits

• comprehensive NJ State health, dental, and retirement benefits
• generous accrued time off and paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro (undergraduate degrees only for spouses and dependents)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level