OPS Instructional Designer, Shelter Medicine Program

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

University of Florida - Gainesville, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Gainesville, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida is seeking a temporary full-time Instructional Designer to enhance its educational offerings for veterinary students and professionals. This role involves developing and managing online and in-person courses, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity, and fostering an engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong instructional design skills and a commitment to the academic success of students.

Responsibilities

• Advise and guide faculty in designing comprehensive educational programs.
• Develop new course content and major revisions in collaboration with faculty.
• Order and maintain Canvas course shells, ensuring functionality and accessibility.
• Support faculty in updating course syllabi and complying with university policies.
• Solicit and evaluate student and faculty feedback for course improvements.
• Analyze potential issues within the program and propose solutions.
• Provide information and advice to students and faculty on academic programs.
• Support student tracking for externships and program completion logistics.
• Coordinate student accessibility accommodations as needed.
• Create a welcoming educational environment that encourages student engagement.
• Identify learners who are not progressing and consult with faculty to resolve barriers.
• Maintain and archive course development project folders.
• Provide administrative support to program operations.

Requirements

• Education or equivalent experience in pedagogy and adult learning principles.
• Experience in instructional design and learning management systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge of software tools including WordPress, Canvas, and Zoom.
• Fluency in Internet usage and research.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with faculty teams for course development.
• Mastery of Canvas course design tools.
• Experience in instructional design for health professions.
• Experience with project management.
• Familiarity with animal welfare and/or veterinary medicine.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $25.00
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment
• Engagement with veterinary students and professionals