Sr. Instructional Designer

University of Miami - Coral Gables, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Coral Gables, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Instructional Designer at the University of Miami is responsible for planning and implementing engaging learning activities and course content tailored to meet the needs of a specific audience. This role also involves leading and providing guidance to lower-level instructional designers, ensuring the development of effective instructional materials and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with subject matter experts to conduct needs assessments and identify new development needs.
• Design and create engaging learning activities and course content that enhances retention and transfer.
• Identify methodologies for delivering curated content.
• Research and evaluate new and emerging technologies for instructional opportunities.
• State instructional end goals and create content that aligns with them.
• Visualize instructional graphics, user interfaces, and finished products.
• Determine context of aesthetics, placement, and frequency of tools to enhance learner experience.
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.
• Apply tested instructional design theories, practices, and methods.
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
• Create supporting materials/media such as audio, video, simulations, and games.
• Determine criteria for judging learner performance and develop assessment instruments.
• Evaluate instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain project documentation and course folders.
• Provide guidance and direction to lower-level instructional designers as needed.
• Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience, with a combination of education and experience considered.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Full-time employment status with competitive pay grade.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.