Learning Technology Designer

University of Chicago; United States; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Instructional Technology Designer at the University of Chicago IT Services (ITS) supports teaching and learning through instructional design and technology. You will partner with faculty on curriculum design, develop trainings, and maintain academic tools like Canvas, PrairieLearn, and Gradescope, while exploring innovations in educational technology and AI-enabled teaching.

With 2–5 years of related experience and a Master’s in instructional design or similar, you will help scale

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination.
• 2-5 years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree in instructional design or related field preferred.
• Experience with Canvas, PrairieLearn, and Gradescope.

Responsibilities

• Supports effective use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Collaborates with faculty on IT needs for teaching, research, and scholarship.
• Conducts consultations and workshops on instructional design.
• Develops events and trainings to promote innovative tech use.
• Creates user materials and supports e-learning environments.
• Assesses emerging technologies for teaching and learning, including AI tools.

Skills

Instructional design

Faculty support

Training & workshops

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Canvas

PrairieLearn

Gradescope

Microsoft 365

Job description

The Instructional Technology Designer at the University of Chicago IT Services (ITS) supports teaching and learning through instructional design and technology. You will partner with faculty on curriculum design, develop trainings, and maintain academic tools like Canvas, PrairieLearn, and Gradescope, while exploring innovations in educational technology and AI-enabled teaching.

With 2–5 years of related experience and a Master’s in instructional design or similar, you will help scale