Instruction Designer (Open Rank Instructor Senior Instructor)

$70,000 - $82,000/Yr

University of Colorado - Aurora, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Aurora, CO

Educational Services

About the position

The Instruction Designer (Open Rank - Instructor - Senior Instructor) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing educational programs aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers in the area of type 1 diabetes (T1D) screening and monitoring. This role involves conducting needs assessments, creating instructional materials, and ensuring the effectiveness of learning experiences through various assessment methods. The position is integral to the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, which focuses on improving care and outcomes for individuals with T1D.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations, focus groups, and performance data analysis to identify training needs.
• Create engaging and effective instructional materials using various instructional design models, learning theories, and multimedia tools.
• Ensure the accuracy and relevance of instructional content by working closely with experts in the field.
• Measure the effectiveness of learning experiences with various modes of assessment and make necessary improvements.
• Design inclusive learning experiences that are accessible to all learners.
• Keep abreast of new trends and technologies in learning and instructional design.
• Maintain records of design processes and learner feedback for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years' proven experience in instructional design and content creation, preferably in a healthcare or educational setting for Instructor level.
• Minimum of 3 years' proven experience in instructional design and content creation, preferably in a healthcare or educational setting for Senior Instructor level.
• Presentation of a professional portfolio with at least 3 examples of instructional design work.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of T1D or experience in healthcare education.
• Proficiency in multimedia design tools and e-learning platforms.
• Strong analytical skills utilizing programs to complete assessments and analytics.
• Experience with web conferencing/presentations, and distance learning.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Disability, Life, Vision insurance
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service