E-Learning Designer, Community Health Sciences

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Calgary seeks an E-Learning Designer to create self-paced learning resources for POR training. You will design, develop, and publish modules using Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline) and Canvas LMS, ensuring accessibility and quality.

Collaboration with patient partners, subject matter experts, and education staff is essential for timely delivery. The role requires strong instructional design, plain-language writing, and experience in multimedia production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field (or equivalent).
• Minimum three years of instructional design and hands-on e-learning development experience.
• Ability to adapt educational materials into engaging, interactive online learning experiences.
• Solid understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
• Proficiency in Articulate 360 and LMS content development, preferably Canvas.
• Experience creating interactive learning activities, assessments, and multimedia resources.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently.
• Strong plain-language writing skills.
• Assets: Master's degree, healthcare/education resources development experience, familiarity with patient-oriented research, multimedia tools (Adobe CC, Camtasia, Vyond).

Responsibilities

• Review and adapt existing course materials for self-paced learning.
• Refine content to improve clarity and progression for independent learners.
• Apply adult learning principles to develop activities aligned with objectives.
• Develop scenarios, knowledge checks, and interactive elements.
• Write content in plain language for diverse learners.
• Select appropriate activities, media, and assessments.
• Build modules using Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) and Canvas LMS.
• Create or edit graphics, audio, video, and multimedia assets.
• Integrate interactive activities, assessments, and resources into the LMS.
• Ensure consistent formatting, accessibility, and usability.
• Publish modules on designated platforms and address technical issues with learning content.
• Support module release with Education Coordinator.
• Maintain organized source files and assets for future updates.
• Test modules for functionality and accessibility.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, clarify requirements, meet timelines.
• Organize work to align with deliverables and deadlines.
• Communicate progress and challenges to leadership and team.
• Develop templates and a style guide for ongoing maintenance.
• Provide operational support during peak POR training periods.
• Engage with POR contexts and learner needs to inform resource development.
• Apply program insights to create learner-centered e-learning resources.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning theory

Plain-language writing

Content adaptation

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design or related field

Master's degree in Education/Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline)

Canvas LMS

Adobe Creative Cloud

Camtasia

Job description

Description

The Department of Community Health Sciences in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for an E-Learning Designer. This Full‑time Fixed Termposition is for approximately 3 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

Reporting to the Associate Director of the CD team at AbSPORU, the E-Learning Designer contributes to the development of digital learning resources for POR training. The position works within established project directions and collaborates with CD colleagues, subject matter experts, patient partners, and other AbSPORU teams. The role requires practical instructional design and technical development skills, independent professional judgment in selecting instructional and design approaches, completion of assigned tasks, and responsiveness to feedback and project timelines.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Instructional Design and Content Adaptation

• Reviews existing course materials, presentations, recordings, and activities for adaptation into self‑paced learning
• Organizes and refines content within established module outlines to improve clarity, progression, and suitability for independent learners
• Applies adult learning and instructional design principles to develop learning activities aligned with established objectives
• Develops scenarios, knowledge checks, and other interactive elements to promote engagement and understanding
• Writes and edits content in plain language suited to learners with varied backgrounds, including patient partners
• Applies instructional design principles to select appropriate learning activities, interaction elements, media treatments, and assessment approac

E-Learning Module Development and Multimedia Production

• Builds modules using Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) and Canvas LMS
• Creates or edits graphics, audio, video, and other multimedia components as required
• Integrates interactive activities, assessments, and supporting resources into the learning environment
• Applies consistent formatting, navigation, accessibility, and usability practices and guidelines
• Prepares and publishes approved e‑learning modules on designated platforms, ensuring appropriate configuration and functionality
• Works with the Education Coordinator to support module release and address technical issues related to learning content
• Maintains organized source files and editable assets for future updates

Module Testing and Revisions

• Tests module functionality, navigation, interactive components, assessments, and accessibility
• Prepares draft modules for review by the subject matter experts, patient partners, the CD team, and other relevant stakeholders
• Incorporates feedback and resolves identified content, design, and technical issues
• Verifies revisions through follow‑up testing before final approval and publication
• Contributes to identifying appropriate approaches for evaluating module effectiveness (e.g., learner feedback, module completion and assessment data), and implements improvements based on team discussions on module evaluation findings

Project Coordination and Documentation

• Participates in discussions to clarify requirements, priorities, and deliverables
• Organizes assigned work to meet agreed timelines
• Communicates progress, challenges, and support needs to the Associate Director and relevant team members
• Maintains development documentation and develops reusable templates, a style guide, and maintenance documentation to enable the CD team to update modules after the term ends

Cross‑Team Program Support

• Provides operational and delivery support to CD team members during peak periods of major POR training programs and initiatives, as assigned
• Participates in program activities to develop familiarity with POR training contexts, learner audiences, and their educational needs
• Applies insights gained from program involvement to support the development of relevant and learner‑centered e‑learning resources
  

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in instructional design and hands‑on e‑learning development
• Demonstrated ability to adapt existing educational materials into engaging, interactive online learning experiences
• Sound understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and learner‑centered approaches
• Proficiency in Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) and experience developing content within learning management systems, preferably Canvas
• Experience creating interactive learning activities, assessments, and multimedia resources
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong plain‑language writing skills
• Assets:
  • Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field
  • Experience developing educational resources for healthcare, research, or adult learning audiences
  • Familiarity with patient‑oriented research, patient engagement, or health research education
  • Experience with graphic design, video editing, or other multimedia production tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, Vyond)
  • Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive, trauma‑informed, or culturally safe design, including for Indigenous learners
  • Experience working with patient or community partners
    

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.

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