Instructional Designer – Associate

Universities of Wisconsin

. Collaborate with senior instructional design staff to support the design, development, and enhancement of instructional activities, programs, and curricula .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $67,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design and curriculum development, with a strong focus on online education and the integration of educational technologies. Proficient in training faculty on learning management systems and enhancing student learning experiences through effective communication and project management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Instructional Design ModelsLearning Management SystemsCurriculum DevelopmentProject Management StrategiesExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Learning TheoryCurriculum DevelopmentEducational TechnologiesHTMLXMLActionScriptJavaJavaScriptCanvasAccessibility Initiatives

Soft Skills

CollaborationCustomer ServiceRelationship BuildingProfessional DevelopmentCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management SystemCanvasMedia PlansEducational Resources

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationOnline EducationInstructional DesignAdult LearningContinuing Education

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with senior instructional design staff to support the design, development, and enhancement of instructional activities, programs, and curricula
Meet with faculty and subject matter experts to create and manage curriculum development plans for online courses
Build collaborative relationships with constituents through face-to-face and remote interactions
Develop training materials and provide professional development to faculty on online course development and teaching best practices
Select, review, and integrate educational technologies to support pedagogical aims
Train faculty on the learning management system and related educational technologies
Coordinate with media staff on media plans and associated content
Identify and communicate opportunities to improve student learning experiences, including accessibility initiatives
Help faculty locate and evaluate educational resources and provide guidance on copyright and fair use
Create courses in the LMS and ensure course content meets high quality standards
Maintain practitioner scholarship by keeping current with emerging theories and practices
Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated knowledge of learning theory and instructional design models
Experience working with learning management systems and related educational technologies
Experience establishing professional relationships with stakeholders/clients while providing excellent customer service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience applying project management strategies to meet project goals and deadlines
Residency in or relocation to Wisconsin is required
Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Required application documents: resume and cover letter in PDF format
Preferred: Master’s degree in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, adult learning, continuing education, or related field
Preferred: Knowledge of current learning/instructional design theories for online education
Preferred: Proficiency in Canvas
Preferred: Basic programming related to online learning, such as HTML, XML, ActionScript, Java, or JavaScript
Preferred: Experience working collaboratively with other instructional designers
Preferred: Experience working in higher education on instructional design projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits package
Health and retirement contributions information provided
Hybrid/telecommuting work options
Confidentiality for applicants who request it in writing