Instructional Designer / Online Course and Materials Developer

Cleveland State University; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland State University (Engaged Learning) is seeking an Instructional Designer / Online Course and Materials Developer to design online courses and materials, collaborating with instructional designers and faculty. You will support the development of online learning offerings and promote best practices in online education.

The role includes providing training on online learning tools and systems, with emphasis on strong communication and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year full-time online educational materials experience.
• Postsecondary training in pedagogy, instructional design or eLearning best practices.
• Experience or training in graphic design and web page/web applications development.

Responsibilities

• Design online courses and create web-based course materials.
• Support development of online learning courses and dissemination of best practices.
• Provide technical support and training to faculty and students for online learning tools and systems.

Skills

Video production

Webpage development

Graphic design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Blackboard Learn

Lecture capture

Articulate/Adobe Captivate

Job description

Cleveland State University
Engaged Learning

Instructional Designer / Online Course and Materials Developer

Business Title Instructional Designer / Online Course and Materials Developer

Posting Category

Posting Category Administrative and Professional

Salary Grade

Salary Grade 05T

Salary Plan

Salary Plan Professional Staff - SEIU

Hiring Range /Pay Rate

Department

Department CSU Online

Department Description

Position Location

Position Location Main Campus

FTE

FTE 1

Job Summary

Works with instructional designers and faculty to design online courses and create web-based and/or other course materials, integrating available current computer and multimedia technology. Member of team that provides support for the development of online learning courses and materials, as well as dissemination of best practices. Assists with development of materials, resources and processes to support students in online learning courses and programs. Provides technical support and training to faculty and students for the use of online learning tools and systems. Interacts professionally with all internal and external customers using strong interpersonal skills. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and one year full-time experience, or equivalent, in online educational materials. Postsecondary training in pedagogy, instructional design, and/or best practices for elearning. Experience or training in graphic design and web page/web applications development.
Experience with applications for synchronous and asynchronous online course delivery, lecture capture systems, HTML .

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in instructional technology, instructional design or related field. Experience in online course design for higher education. Experience with Blackboard Learn, Lecture capture technologies, and online learning authoring applications such as Articulate or Adobe Captivate. Familiarity with Quality Matters, Federal section 508 & W3C standards and accessible design techniques. Familiar with Copyright and Fair Use.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Skills in online course development, video production, webpage/website development and graphic design/layout.
• Knowledge of software and hardware used in video production, web design and technology-based instruction including Learning Management Systems.
• Ability to work independently and as team member. Good communication skills.

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PT0703982S

Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.

Hours per week 40

Work Schedule

Typically, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Advertising Copy

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Posted Date

Posted Date 10/27/2026

Close Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled Yes

Review Begins

Review Begins 11/03/2026

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.