Instructional Designer II, College of Nursing

Join the Academic Affairs Office at the College of Nursing as an Instructional Designer. You will be collaborating closely with faculty and colleagues to analyze instructional outcomes and provide expertise in the planning, development, and delivery of high-quality learning experiences across a variety of degree programs. You will design both online and in-person courses, incorporating instructor-led classroom activities and leveraging innovative technologies and teaching approaches to foster critical thinking and student-centered learning.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Andragogical &
Digital Learning Support

• Partners with
  faculty and subject matter experts to design, develop, review, and maintain
  online and in-person courses ranging from pre-RN licensure to advanced practice/discovery
  degree/certificates to PhD program.
• Construct accessible
  and inclusive learning environments that promote interaction, social
  presence, and community.
• Analyze and
  implement course design recommendations to support quality assurance
  initiatives.
• Work with
  faculty to design effective learning activities and assessments that
  encourage critical thinking and student-centered learning.
• Align course
  assessments and learning materials with Practice-Ready Program Outcomes,
  AACN Essentials, and NONPF Competencies to ensure curriculum compliance
  and promote effective achievement of learning outcomes.

Educational
Technology Support

• Collaborate
  with faculty and other team members to produce engaging online course content
  using tools such as Articulate Storyline/Rise.
• Partner with
  faculty to integrate innovative emerging technologies and pedagogical
  strategies into the nursing curriculum.

Project Management
& Professional Development

• Attend meetings,
  contribute to planning and reporting efforts, and respond to
  administrative requests and procedures.
• Engage in professional development activities to further academic goals and advance knowledgebase.
• Collaborate with university colleagues on initiatives relevant to the position and needs of the college.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the position as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of instructional design theories, methodologies, and best practices to support adult learners.
• Knowledge of the Quality Matters Rubric and course review process.
• Knowledge of best practices for accessibility, copyright/intellectual property, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Working knowledge of authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rise, Playposit) for the creation of interactive learning objects.
• Ability to evaluate cutting-edge technology to support curricular outcomes.
• Strong project management, organizational and time management skills, with demonstrated success handling multiple simultaneous projects through successful completion.
• Ability to work independently and as a positive and engaged member of a highly performing and collaborative team of professionals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and a high
  standard of excellence.
• Knowledge and skill in visual design, usability, accessibility, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or a related field (e.g., Educational Technology, Education, STEM).
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or related educational roles.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and
  experience.

• Master's degree in instructional design, educational technology, STEM, or related academic discipline.
• Five or more years of experience working directly with college faculty or subject-matter experts in designing and developing online, in-person, and/or hybrid courses.
• Training in instructional design, educational technology, or related field.
• Teaching experience, preferably in a college or university.
• Experience applying the Quality Matters or other quality assurance frameworks.
• Experience with project-based learning, adaptive learning, micro credentialing, and gamification.
• Familiarity with responsive course content and mobile learning.
• Proficiency with instructional technologies including learning management systems, video conferencing solutions, lecture capture, course design and development tools, and other Web 2.0 tools for learning/communication/engagement.
• Experience with the Brightspace (D2L) learning management system.
• Proficiency with course authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rise, Playposit) for the creation of interactive learning objects.
• Experience or interest in designing and assessing virtual or mixed reality learning experiences.
• Understanding of and familiarity with Copyright Law and Creative Commons Licenses.
• Familiarity with basic HTML coding and CSS
• Familiarity with project tracking/project management solutions (e.g., Asana, Monday, Microsoft Planner/Project).