Instructional Designer

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Instructional Designer to collaborate with faculty and the Graduate School team to develop online learning modules and course content.

The role emphasizes accessibility compliance, multimedia production, and LMS expertise in Canvas, with potential hybrid arrangements and full-time permanency.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of online course management and instructional design processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while handling resource and time conflicts.
• Strong project management skills with attention to milestones and timelines.
• Proficiency with accessibility standards and digital learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology-rich teaching and learning materials and create new e-learning content.
• Build courses within Canvas and deploy online learning modules aligned with faculty needs.
• Ensure compliance with UNC Digital Accessibility Standards and resolve technical issues.
• Provide LMS technical expertise and support instructional, educational, and multimedia content development.

Skills

Online course management

Independent development

Project management

Education

Post-Baccalaureate degree

Tools

DesignPlus

H5P

Zoom

Canva

Panopto

Qualtrics

MS Office 365

Job description

Job Details

• Working Title: Instructional Designer
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Salary: $57,000-$83,000
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
• Position Number: 20013785
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
• Open Until Filled: No
• Posting Open Date: 08/31/2026
• Application Deadline: 09/14/2026

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Through research, teaching and public service, graduate education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill expands knowledge, prepares the next generation of scholars and leaders, and drives innovative solutions to the most pressing challenges facing North Carolina, the nation and the world. Graduate students make up roughly one third of enrolled students at UNC-Chapel Hill. As the University's academic and administrative hub for graduate education, The Graduate School supports more than 80 programs that grant over 170 graduate degrees and 70 graduate certificates and serves students from admission through graduation.

The Graduate School guides graduate students through key academic and administrative processes; manages academic program review and support; provides funding, professional development, student success programming and individualized services; and leads the Graduate Student Experience Initiative, a campuswide effort to strengthen the quality of the Carolina graduate student experience. In partnership with students, faculty, staff and programs, The Graduate School advocates, collaborates and convenes to advance excellence in graduate education. We foster inclusive and transformative educational and professional development experiences and empower Carolina graduate students to realize their potential, contribute to the public good and shape a better future.

Position Summary

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Instructional Designer collaborates with faculty content experts and members of The Graduate School's instructional design and creative services team to develop technology-rich teaching and learning materials, create new e-learning content, and build courses within the School's Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas). Working closely with team members, this role helps plan, organize, implement, review, and deploy online learning modules in alignment with faculty needs and instructional design specifications.

The Instructional Designer is responsible for meeting with faculty to discuss course design according to the program design guidelines, developing the courses, testing and maintaining deployed content, with a strong emphasis on ensuring compliance with UNC's Digital Accessibility Standards, resolving technical issues, and regularly updating course materials. The position also involves identifying and supporting new educational technologies and tools to ensure a seamless user experience, including troubleshooting new features and verifying that course sites function correctly.

In addition, the Instructional Designer provides LMS technical expertise and supports instructional, educational, and multimedia content development for students, faculty, and staff. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Instructional Design.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to consulting or developing course content, curriculum, instructional technique/technology, distance education design, development or implementation, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Knowledge and familiarity with online course management and instructional design process
• Able to work as an independent developer managing the demands of multiple projects and creatively handling resource and time conflicts
• Strong project management skills with a keen eye for project milestones and timelines

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• A strong commitment to the mission of The Graduate School
• Able to work collaboratively with subject matter experts, instructional designers, media developers and vendors
• Proficiency with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 and digital accessibility requirements
• Experience with Online Course Quality Assurance - Quality Matters, OLC Scorecard, and other industry recognized frameworks.
• Experience with instructional design tools such as DesignPlus
• Ability to navigate and understand new technologies and a strong grasp of various technologies, such as: H5P, VoiceThread, Poll Everywhere, Qualtrics, Teams Office 365, Zoom, Panopto, Padlet, Canva, etc.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite for graphics and video editing
• Experience with post-production tasks including video and audio editing, effects, branding and file compression
• Familiarity with institutional effectiveness issues and other institutional assessment concepts
• Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Planner, Asana, Trello, etc.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as HeyGen, Napkin, Invideo, ChatGPT, WellSaid Labs, etc.
• Proficient with Web markup languages including HTML, XML, and Cascading Style Sheets

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324650

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Alicia Rogers, Director of Human Resources

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