Instructional Designer, Online Development

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking an Instructional Designer for Online Development to enhance online and hybrid courses in the David Eccles School of Business. You will collaborate with faculty to apply pedagogy and technology-based resources for curriculum development.

The role emphasizes consulting, designing, and producing instructional materials using Canvas, with a focus on accessibility and inclusive design, continuous improvement, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with related work experience.
• Experience in instructional design in an academic setting.
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Consult with faculty to design and improve courses based on learning goals and student needs.
• Outline, organize, and storyboard content for online and hybrid formats.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Develop learning objectives aligned with assessments and course outcomes.
• Create course structures and learning activities to boost engagement and retention.
• Apply instructional design theories to support course development.
• Design and develop materials using Canvas and other tools.
• Ensure accessibility per WCAG and Universal Design for Learning principles.
• Support course evaluation and continuous improvement through learner feedback.
• Deliver training on instructional design practices and digital pedagogy.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Instructional Designer, Online Development

Job Summary

The Instructional Designer of the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business Online Development will work closely with faculty and staff to update and improve online and hybrid courses. The incumbent will promote the use of technology-based resources in teaching and learning and provide consultation, instruction, and assistance to faculty, students, and staff on the editing, design, production, quality assurance, and instructional technology for curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Consult with faculty and staff to design and improve courses based on learning goals, pedagogical best practices, and student needs
• Collaborate with faculty in outlining, organizing, and storyboarding content for online and hybrid formats
• Manage instructional design projects and initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery
• Support faculty in creating clear, measurable learning objectives aligned with assessments and desired course outcomes
• Develop course structures, instructional strategies, and learning activities that enhance engagement, retention, and the achievement of learning objectives
• Apply instructional design models and learning theories to support effective course development
• Design and develop instructional materials using Canvas and other instructional tools
• Ensure content accessibility and inclusivity by applying WCAG standards and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles
• Manage instructional design projects and initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery
• Support course evaluation and continuous improvement through the use of surveys and learner feedback
• Deliver training on instructional design practices, course development tools, and digital pedagogy
• Stay current with trends in pedagogy, instructional design, and educational technologies to inform design decisions
• Contribute to the success of the Eccles School by demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, and competency in both written and face-to-face communication

Note: This job description does not comprehensively list all the required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support program needs.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting - up to 20 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

• Instructional Designer, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
• Instructional Designer, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Demonstrated experience in the field of online distance education in an academic setting.
• Ability to manage projects to successful deadline-oriented completion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and to work effectively with a variety of academic constituencies.
• Expertise in instructional design and online learning to provide feedback and support to faculty at every stage of course development

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45826B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary:

Monday through Friday, on-site at the University of Utah.

This role is not eligible for hybrid or remote work and is considered an essential campus position supporting faculty, staff, and students in person.

Department: 00033 - Executive Education

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $60,000 to $72,000

Close Date: 10/15/2026