Learning Experience Designer

St. Ambrose University; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition remission

Professional development opportunities

Campus amenities access

Job summary

St. Ambrose University is seeking a Learning Experience Designer (LXD) to collaborate with faculty, instructors, and subject matter experts in designing, developing, and continuously improving engaging learning experiences across all modalities.

The LXD will partner with academic departments to align courses with outcomes, support accreditation, and enhance the use of the LMS. The role includes expanding LMS utilization, supporting faculty development initiatives, and guiding instructional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, curriculum development, educational technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in teaching and learning, curriculum development, instructional design, or a related area.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with instructors and subject matter experts to design and enhance courses using effective instructional strategies and educational technologies.
• Review courses to ensure quality, accessibility, compliance, and alignment with learning outcomes.
• Manage multiple course development projects and meet deadlines.
• Design and deliver faculty orientations, workshops, and training programs.
• Develop instructional resources, guides, and exemplars to support course design efforts.
• Provide LMS support and consultation to faculty across campuses and delivery formats.
• Conduct course reviews and analyses to support student learning and program assessment initiatives.
• Participate in professional development and university activities to advance departmental goals.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning

Communication skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Canva

Camtasia

Illustrator

Job description

Learning Experience Designer (LXD)

St. Ambrose University is seeking a Learning Experience Designer (LXD). This individual will collaborate with faculty, instructors, and subject matter experts to design, develop, and continuously improve engaging learning experiences across all instructional modalities. This position serves as a key partner in course development, instructional innovation, learning technology support, and student success initiatives.

The LXD works closely with academic departments to ensure courses align with curriculum and program outcomes, support accreditation and compliance requirements, and reflect best practices in teaching and learning. The successful candidate will also help expand effective use of the University’s Learning Management System (LMS) and contribute to faculty development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with instructors and subject matter experts to design and enhance courses using effective instructional strategies and educational technologies.
• Review courses throughout the development process to ensure quality, accessibility, compliance, and alignment with learning outcomes.
• Manage multiple course development projects and meet established deadlines.
• Design and deliver faculty orientations, workshops, and training programs that support teaching excellence.
• Develop instructional resources, guides, and exemplars to support course design efforts.
• Provide LMS support and consultation to faculty across campuses and delivery formats.
• Conduct course reviews and analyses to support student learning and program assessment initiatives.
• Participate in professional development and university activities that advance departmental and institutional goals.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in teaching and learning, curriculum development, instructional design, or a related area.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience supporting online or blended learning environments.
• Experience with D2L Brightspace or a comparable Learning Management System.
• Familiarity with Quality Matters standards.
• Experience with authoring and multimedia tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Canva, Camtasia, and Illustrator.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition Remission.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to campus amenities, cultural events, and recreational facilities.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses, including Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners. Together, we empower all members of our community to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service. St. Ambrose University and its affiliated institutions within its Catholic higher education network are equal opportunity employers.