Instructional Design & Technology Specialist

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks an Instructional Design & Technology Specialist to support online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid courses. The role focuses on enhancing course design quality and development and working closely with SMEs and staff across the university.

Responsibilities include creating goals, selecting instructional strategies, and developing engaging online learning experiences using Canvas templates and scheduling project milestones.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
• 5–7 years’ experience at a higher education institution as an instructional developer.
• 3+ years evaluating course development quality using established rubrics (Quality Matters, OLC Scorecard).
• Strong understanding of instructional design, online pedagogy, and learning theories.
• Proven ability to design engaging online courses and develop storyboards.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development of course goals/objectives and align activities/assessments to them.
• Recommend instructional strategies and online tools to support student learning.
• Source open educational resources and assist SMEs with materials.
• Develop Canvas templates with graphics/banners and upload content.
• Maintain milestones, timelines, and communicate progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Instructional design

Course development

Learning theory

Visual design

Pedagogy expertise

Education

Master’s in Instructional Design

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

## Instructional Design & Technology SpecialistApply: Hybrid: Main Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 14, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR27812Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.**Requirements****Job Overview** The Center for New Designs in Learning and Scholarship (CNDLS) at Georgetown University seeks an Instructional design and technology specialist to support online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid as well as other programming related to online learning. This position will assist not only with the instructional design of online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid courses and programs, but will also be focused on advancing the quality of course design, development and implementation. **Additional duties include, but are not limited to:** * Facilitate the development of course goals/objectives; ensure the content and activities/assessments match objectives.* Recommend instructional strategies and pedagogical uses of online tools that support student learning.* Help Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) locate appropriate supplemental materials for courses, such as open educational resources.* Develop the Canvas template with graphics/banners and upload content.* Maintain project milestones and timeline; communicate progress and concerns.* Prepare SME as s/he transitions into the instructor role. **Work Interactions** * Daily interaction with academic and professional staff across the university.* Weekly interaction with graphic designers, A/V specialists, technologists.* Monthly interaction with the University Information Services (UIS).* Occasional interaction with external Consultants and/or Vendors. **Requirements and Qualifications** * Master’s in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related academic discipline.* 5 - 7 years’ experience working at higher education institutions as an instructional developer designing /developing online courses and programs.* 3+ years’ experience evaluating course development quality using an established rubric (e.g. Quality Matters, OLC Scorecard).* Excellent understanding of instructional design principles, online pedagogy, learning theory, emerging brain / cognitive / learning science, the arts, and technology that influence design learning environments, coupled with experience applying this knowledge to real world projects* Excellent learning design abilities and visual design sense.* Must have ability to design and develop engaging and interactive online courses by drawing on a strong working knowledge of instructional design theories, methodologies, and best practices.* Ability to produce design documents, develop storyboards for learning experiences and environments, and rework content from faculty, SMEs, and outside content providers according to University design standards.* Demonstrated learning and continual professional development in emerging technologies in educational technology, pedagogy, and teaching and learning methodologies.* Ability to research and recommend emerging technologies and instructional strategies to advance course development, faculty teaching, and student learning. **Work Mode Designation** This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. **Pay Range:**The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:$54,616.00 - $100,493.33Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.**Current Georgetown Employees:**If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.**Submission Guidelines:**Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.**Need Assistance:**If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at [phone] or [e-mail] some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.EEO Statement:GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law*.*Benefits:Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.