Title: Instructional Designer

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 20R110 - Online Learning

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Remote Opportunities

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

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Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - 48

Retirement: KTRS

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Job Summary/Basic Functions

As a member of Eastern Kentucky University’s Instructional Design Center (IDC), the incumbent will provide instructional design expertise for the delivery of academic programs, specialized educational programs, faculty training and academic courses delivered at the University. The Instructional Designer supports faculty in the development of face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online courses, leveraging pedagogical strategies and instructional technology to support stakeholders in their achievement of learning objectives and learning outcomes.
The position will be responsible for supporting all faculty at Eastern Kentucky University, with the expectation of a regular on-campus presence as part of a hybrid working schedule. Specific working arrangements will need to be approved by the Director of the Instructional Design Center in line with the needs of the university.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree required. Preferably in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field

Experience: 2 years of experience required in course or curriculum design preferably in higher education

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Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 30% - Instructional Design: Apply learning theory and best practices of instructional design to effective partner with the faculty in development of face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses through the use of Instructional Design methodologies that emphasize student-centered learning. - (Essential)
• 25% - Project Management: Identify, plan, and implement instructional projects in coordination with subject matter experts to develop courses in line with project timelines. s - (Essential)
• 15% - Professional Development: Develop and deliver professional development workshops focused on effective use of instructional technology and pedagogical strategies. - (Essential)
• 10% - Learning Management System (LMS): Provide support and troubleshooting to faculty and peers in the effective use of the LMS for face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online instruction. - (Essential)
• 10% - Instructional Technology Support: Develop resources and provide support to faculty in the use of instructional technology for face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online courses. - (Essential)
• 5% - Research: Conduct literature reviews to identify evidence behind best practices in the field, staying current with trends and issues in the Instructional Design field. - (Essential)
• 5% - Supports the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

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AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.