Instructional Designer

American College of Surgeons; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,700 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and personal time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(b) matching program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading health education organization in Chicago seeks an Instructional Designer to create and deliver effective training solutions. This role involves planning instructional projects, collaborating with subject matter experts, and maintaining courses in their Learning Management System. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, has 2+ years of experience in instructional design, and is proficient with authoring tools and multimedia. The position offers a hybrid work model with competitive benefits including medical and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred.
• At least 2 years of instructional design experience.
• Proficiency in authoring tools and LMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute instructional design projects.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and teams.
• Maintain courses in the Learning Management System.

Skills

Adult learning theory and instructional design principles

Project management skills

Technical writing and content editing

Multimedia development skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Master's degree or advanced training in Instructional Design

Tools

Storyline

Rise

Learning Management System (LMS) platforms

Job description

About the American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a professional and educational organization founded in 1913 to raise standards of surgical practice and improve patient care. ACS has more than 90,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons worldwide.

Summary

The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering training solutions that support ACS programs and advance patient care.

Location / Hybrid

Chicago office – 3 days per week in office and 2 days remote.

Salary Range

$73,700 – $80,000 (commensurate with experience).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute instructional design projects, including needs assessments, design documents, storyboards, and scripts.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, internal teams, and external partners to develop learner‑centered content for live, hybrid, and web‑based courses.
• Build, test, and maintain courses in ACS’s Learning Management System, ensuring quality and accessibility.
• Manage project timelines, track communication, and deliver high‑quality training solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and support the execution of training initiatives aligned with organizational priorities.
• Foster continuous improvement by standardizing design processes, measuring training effectiveness, and exploring innovative learning technologies.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required).
• Master’s degree or advanced training in Instructional Design (required).
• At least 2 years of instructional design experience, including full‑cycle learning solution development.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts (medical SME experience preferred).
• Proficiency with major authoring tools (Storyline, Rise) and LMS platforms.
• Strong multimedia development skills: graphics, audio, video, and interactivity.
• Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning principles and deliver measurable training outcomes.

Required Skills

• Adult learning theory and instructional design principles.
• Clear translation of complex SME content into structured learning materials.
• Project management: organization, timeline management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and common authoring tools.
• Excellent technical writing, content editing, and basic video/audio editing.
• Commitment to quality, usability, and accessibility standards.

Preferred Skills

• Scenario‑based or simulation‑focused learning experience.
• Analysis of learner data to inform course improvements.
• Basic graphic design or multimedia skills.
• Familiarity with evaluation models (Kirkpatrick, Moore, etc.).
• Healthcare education experience.

Benefits

• Vacation, personal, and sick time including 13 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage via BlueCross BlueShield.
• 401(b) matching program and pension plan.
• Employee assistance program, short‑term/long‑term disability, life insurance, and domestic partner coverage.

EEO Statement

The American College of Surgeons is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed providing reasonable accommodations and encourage applicants with disabilities to contact [e-mail] for accommodations.