IIUMN Curriculum Developer (AA, BA, MA, Doctorate & Ph.D Programs)

Deen; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Global impact

Collaborative team

Mission-driven institution

Job summary

The International Islamic University of Minnesota (IIUMN) seeks a Curriculum Developer to design and enhance curricula across AA, BA, MA, Doctorate, and Ph.D. programs, blending traditional Islamic scholarship with modern pedagogy for a diverse, global student body.

You will develop outlines, syllabi, learning outcomes, and assessments; collaborate with faculty; ensure consistency across programs; and support both live and self-paced formats in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; Ph.D preferred in Islamic Studies, Education, Curriculum Design, or related field.
• Proven experience in curriculum development within higher education.
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to design programs for diverse learners (English and/or Arabic medium preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive curricula across all program levels.
• Review and update existing course content for academic rigor and relevance.
• Align curriculum with institutional goals, accreditation standards, and best practices.
• Develop course outlines, syllabi, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to ensure consistency across programs.
• Integrate traditional Islamic scholarship with contemporary academic frameworks.
• Ensure clarity, accessibility, and engagement in learning materials.
• Support both live and self-paced course development formats.

Skills

Curriculum development

Academic writing

Independent work

Deadline management

Education

Master’s degree in Islamic Studies / Education / Curriculum Design

Ph.D. preferred in Islamic Studies / Education

Tools

LMS platforms (Google Classroom, etc.)

Job description

About the Role

The International Islamic University of Minnesota (IIUMN) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Curriculum Developer to support the design, development, and enhancement of our academic programs across all levels, including Associate (AA), Bachelor’s (BA), Master’s (MA), Doctorate, and Ph.D programs. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about Islamic education, committed to academic excellence, and dedicated to creating meaningful, structured learning experiences for a diverse, global student body.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive curricula across all program levels
• Review and update existing course content to ensure academic rigor and relevance
• Align curriculum with institutional goals, accreditation standards, and higher education best practices
• Develop course outlines, syllabi, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies
• Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to ensure consistency across programs
• Integrate traditional Islamic scholarship with contemporary academic frameworks
• Ensure clarity, accessibility, and engagement in all learning materials
• Support both live and self-paced course development formats

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; Ph.D preferred in Islamic Studies, Education, Curriculum Design, or a related field
• Proven experience in curriculum development within higher education
• Strong understanding of Islamic sciences and/or Islamic Studies curriculum
• Familiarity with online learning platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, LMS systems)
• Ability to design programs for diverse learners (English and/or Arabic medium preferred)
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accredited institutions or accreditation processes
• Background in instructional design or e-learning development
• Experience developing curricula across multiple academic levels
• Bilingual (English/Arabic) is a strong asset

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing global Islamic institution
• Flexible, fully remote work environment
• Meaningful work impacting students worldwide
• Collaborative, mission-driven academic team