Position Title      Instructional Designer 

Department       Online Programs

Reports to          Associate VP for Online and Distance Ed

Appointment      Full-Time; 40 hours per week/12 months

Status                Exempt

 

The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of current and emerging e-learning technologies and best practices for integrating digital instruction. The candidate should excel in written communication, presentation, problem-solving, troubleshooting, customer service, and organization. Additionally, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Through partnership with faculty, support the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of online, hybrid, and remote courses.Assist faculty in creating and maintaining digital course materials, ensuring quality and adherence to best practices. Provide ongoing support, including quality assurance reviews.Ensure all course content is accessible, incorporating universal design principles.Provide comprehensive instructional design support to assigned online programs, coordinating all aspects of course design, training, planning, development, documentation, and testing.Serve as the point of contact for assigned faculty, addressing and coordinating support for specific issues related to distance education.Plan, develop, and lead training sessions on best practices for online and hybrid instruction. Offer guidance on the effective use of e-learning tools and technologies.Actively participate in and support campus-wide digital education projects and initiatives.Serve as a resource for all digital education tools, LMS features, and third-party educational products, ensuring faculty and students have the necessary support and knowledge.Collaborate with other instructional designers, contributing to a dynamic and innovative instructional design team.Support the continuous improvement and optimization of internal course development and revision processes.Stay informed on the latest trends, theories, and applications in online education and instructional design. Research and integrate new and emerging learning technology tools.Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred in a related field Demonstrated knowledge of Instructional Design theories, principles, and modelsOne to two years of experience relative to online course design and development preferredDemonstrated experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas, D2L, etc.Demonstrated experience of accessible course design and development experienceDemonstrated experience with e-learning technology toolsDemonstrated experience with multimedia authoring toolsDemonstrated project management experience and organizational skillsDemonstrated experience collaborating with multiple and diverse audiencesDemonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting expertiseExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with Quality Matters (QM) preferred

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.  

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.