Developer, E-Learning (Student Learning & Engagement, UA Libraries)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reduction

Full benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

The University of Arizona Libraries is hiring an e-Learning Developer to collaborate with subject matter experts and library staff to design and deliver engaging online instruction for students, staff, instructors, and community users. You will create tutorials, animations, interactive content, and quizzes, ensuring accessibility and usability across platforms.

Colleagues in the STAR unit will support your work as you apply advanced instructional design methods, integrate content into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education Technology, Instructional Design, or related academic discipline, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• 5 years of eLearning development work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Tutorial/Instructional Design Support: collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to create content for library tutorials, including animations, videos, interactive sites, quizzes, and forms with conditional logic.
• Integrate tutorials in the LMS (Brightspace) and edit design elements for online learning environments.
• Maintain a central repository of tutorials ensuring usability and accessibility in partnership with the Instructional Design and eLearning Strategist.
• Emerging Technologies: stay current with new tools and technologies for instructional content and experiment with new ideas.
• Strategies for Teaching and Research Unit Member: participate in unit projects and identify gaps in online instruction to improve student learning outcomes.

Skills

Instructional design

Graphic design

HTML coding

Generative AI for education

User research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education Technology, Instructional Design, or related field

5 years of eLearning development experience

Tools

Brightspace (LMS)

D2L

Articulate Rise

Vyond

Job description

Developer, E-Learning (Student Learning & Engagement, UA Libraries)

Developer, E-Learning (Student Learning & Engagement, UA Libraries)

Posting Number req27520

Department Student Learning & Engagement

Department Website Link https://lib.arizona.edu/about/organization/departments/student-learning-engagement

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona's department of Student Learning & Engagement invites you to apply to the role of Developer, E-Learning. The eLearning Developer collaborates with subject matter experts and other library staff to create a wide range of eLearning content for the libraries, using the latest instructional design methods. Audiences for this eLearning include students, library staff, UA instructors, and wider audiences, as well as community members who use CATalyst Studios and Special Collections.

The eLearning Developer position is a member of the Strategies for Teaching and Research (STAR) unit in the Student Learning and Engagement Department. The STAR unit empowers upper-division undergraduate and graduate students with information literacy skills and research support throughout their academic and professional journeys. The STAR mission is twofold: empowering upper-division undergraduate and graduate students with information literacy support throughout their academic and professional journeys, and collaborating with library staff in transforming content into engaging online instruction. By advancing innovative instructional design practices and eLearning practices, STAR extends the impact of UA Libraries' teaching and partnerships across the University. Recognizing the importance of a seamless student learning cycle, STAR provides a framework that integrates course-embedded research instruction, instructional design initiatives, and co-curricular programming. Our approach ensures UA Libraries' teaching and services aligns with campus needs and fosters academic success.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment in conversation with the supervisor. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The Student Learning and Engagement department at the University of Arizona Libraries supports student success by connecting students with resources, services, and learning opportunities that strengthen their academic experience. The department promotes student learning, research skills, and engagement through library services and educational support that help students navigate their academic journey.

OutstandingUA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; lifeinsurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified familymembers; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For moreinformation about working at the University of Arizona and relocationsservices, please .

Duties & Responsibilities

Tutorial/Instructional Design Support:

• Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other library staff to create a wide range of content for library tutorials. This includes animation or screencast videos, audio voice-overs, interactive websites, quizzes, other types of interactive learning content, and forms that use conditional logic.
• Integrate tutorials in the LMS (Brightspace).
• Integrate and edit icons, images, stock photos, and other design elements for use within the online learning environment.
• Collaborate across library departments to create tutorials for their needs. This includes Special Collections, HSL Tucson, Research Engagement, and TeSS.
• Maintain a central repository of tutorials (on website and D2L) and make sure it meets best practices for usability and accessibility in partnership with the Instructional Design and eLearning Strategist.
• Design, edit, and update the library research FAQs in collaboration with RISE.
• Consultative technical support for Teaching Tools Hub.
• Keep current on the latest standards, changes, and trends in eLearning.

Emerging Technologies:

• Keep current with new tools and technologies for creating instructional content.
• Experiment with new ideas and techniques for meeting instructional goals in innovative ways.
• Assist in the maintenance of tutorials and guides about generative AI.
• Collaborate with UAL subject matter experts and the Instructional Design Librarian to develop training for UAL Librarians teaching information literacy and library research with generative AI.

Strategies for Teaching and Research Unit Member:

• Actively participates in unit-wide projects, planning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with the STAR's mission and vision.
• Identifies gaps in current online instructional or research support for upper-division and graduate student groups and collaborates on interventions.
• Fosters strong collaborative partnerships with the RISE unit to scaffold research skill development across the student learning lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to apply advanced knowledge of instructional design to create effective learning objects, using responsive design for mobile & desktop.
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and ability to apply them to create clear, engaging, and accessible online learning materials.
• Ability to apply basic HTML coding knowledge.
• Skilled at staying current with emerging technologies including generative AI for education and library research.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education Technology, Instructional Design, or related academic discipline, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• 5 years of eLearning development work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience staying current with and applying emerging practices related to generative AI in education.
• Experience using and interpreting web analytics for online tutorials or courses.
• Experience conducting and applying user research and user experience methods.
• Experience with usability testing of online learning tools and objects.
• Experience with advanced video editing.
• Experience working directly with Subject Matter Experts in the development of learning objects.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems, such as D2L.
• Experience creating learning objects and videos with elearning tools such as Articulate Rise and Vyond.

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Instructional and Assessment Services

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $65,687-$85,393

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 9

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Career Stream and Level PC3

Job Family Instructional Design & Support

Job Function Instruct & Assessment Services

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Lara Miller Rivera
Assistant Librarian
[e-mail]

Open Date 11/2/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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