Instructional Designer

University of Arizona- SIROW (Southwest Institute for Research on Women)

. Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze learning needs and identify appropriate learning objectives and student outcomes for new and revised distance learning courses .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and accessibility standards to create engaging online course materials. Proficient in using learning management systems and course-authoring software to develop comprehensive course documentation and student resources.

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Master’s Degree In Curriculum And Instructional DesignInstructional Design Experience In Higher EducationAdvanced Knowledge Of Adult Learning PrinciplesPractical Experience With Learning Management SystemsExcellent Written And Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Instructional DesignCourse DevelopmentCurriculum MappingMultimedia Resource DevelopmentAssessment DesignProject PlanningCourse AuthoringDigital Textbook SourcingAccessibility Standards ApplicationQuality Assurance Process Support

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementPrioritizationCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CanvasELearning SoftwareCourse Authoring SoftwareVideo Storyboarding ToolsMultimedia Development Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Instructional Design CertificateELearning Certificate

Industry Keywords

Distance LearningAdult Learning TheoriesHigher EducationStudent-Centered ContentEmerging Trends In Instructional Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze learning needs and identify appropriate learning objectives and student outcomes for new and revised distance learning courses
Create course and program documentation, including course blueprints, course and program design documents, project plans, curriculum maps, and other documents
Identify and secure digital textbooks and other student resources
Identify, storyboard, and script video or other multimedia resources
Apply instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and accessibility standards to create student-centered content
Design and develop engaging and interactive online course materials, including multimedia elements, authentic assessments, exams, discussions, and other instructional activities
Develop course shells, syllabi, home pages, modules, interactives, and lessons in Canvas using course-authoring software
Source and secure licenses for external media, citing resources appropriately
Assist with and/or support the Academic Quality Assurance process
Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in instructional design and distance education
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving faculty and student course access and functionality issues
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
Collaborate with Curriculum Staff to develop, update, and publish standard operating procedures
Perform other work as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instructional Design or a related subject
If college degree is in a subject other than curriculum and instructional design, a certificate or other evidence of formal training in instructional design, eLearning, or a related subject, at least equivalent to 16-credit hours (720 clock hours) of education is required
Minimum three years of professional experience in instructional design
Minimum of one year of professional instructional design experience at a higher education institution
Advanced knowledge of adult learning principles and distance instruction
Practical experience with learning management systems and course-authoring software
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills with the ability to independently follow through to successful completion of projects within a deadline
Some travel required (up to 10%)
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive compensation
Award winning culture
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Comprehensive benefits package
100% company-paid medical option for employee
401(k) with generous company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Company-paid Life insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer time off!)
14 Paid holidays
Referral program
Education Tuition Benefit program
Career development opportunities with a growing company