Instructional Designer Associate OR Instructional Designer

Job Profile:

Instructional Technologist 2

Job Family:

Instructional Design and Technology

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

• Job Profile Summary:
• Assesses, designs, implements, and provides instructional design support for in one or more units to develop resources and materials to support teaching and learning.

Job Description:

W. P. Carey’s Learning Design and Innovation department is recruiting for multiple openings across the Instructional Designer Associate and Instructional Designer roles.

The Associate role focuses on course development, technical support and instructional design assistance under guidance.

The Instructional Designer role includes independent course design, faculty consultation and instructional technology support.

Applicants will be considered for positions based on their qualifications and the department’s hiring needs.

Salary ranges vary by role:

• •Instructional Designer Associate: $46,300–$50,000 annually.
• •Instructional Designer: $62,000–$72,000 annually.

Salary within each range will be based on experience.

The Instructional Designer Associate within W. P. Carey's Learning Design and Innovation Department supports the operational excellence of the team. Their contribution in carrying out the technical and logistical aspects of instructional design processes ensures the transactional and procedural demands of the team are met, thus enabling Instructional Designers and Instructional Designer, Seniors to lead progressively transformational and strategic partnerships with the faculty and academic units they support. Further, under the direction, guidance, and mentorship of senior members of the team, the Instructional Designer Associate builds a foundational understanding and application of instructional design principles, pedagogy, and instructional technology as well as demonstrates increasing levels of participation, visibility, and contribution toward faculty interaction and collaboration. Their developing experience in these areas prepares the Instructional Designer Associate to take on broader responsibilities that build toward readiness for future instructional design roles. Job duties and responsibilities may change over time based on university needs and applicable Arizona State University policies and procedures.

In contrast with the broader, generalized support provided by Instructional Designers across the University, the Instructional Designer within W. P. Carey's Learning Design and Innovation Department partners closely with one or more of the School's academic units to provide comprehensive instructional design, technology integration, and faculty development support. This focused model enables Instructional Designers at W. P Carey to build strong, trust-based relationships with department faculty, moving beyond transactional course support toward transformational interactions and enduring partnerships. Through sustained, trust-based partnerships, the Instructional Designer advances innovation and strengthens the School's reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. Job duties and responsibilities may change over time based on university needs and applicable Arizona State University policies and procedures.

Essential Duties:

Instructional Designer Associate:

45% Instructional Design Assistance

• •Support the design, development, and revision of online courses using established design processes, documentation, templates, and standards. Apply foundational instructional design and pedagogical principles under guidance and assist with implementing course enhancements that support effective teaching and learning.
• •Build, deploy, and maintain courses in Canvas according to established course design documents, build guides, templates, and procedures. Complete course setup and configuration, implement learning tools and course content, and provide routine troubleshooting and technical support, escalating complex issues as appropriate.
• •Coordinate assigned tasks and deliverables across concurrent course development and support activities. Maintain project documentation, track timelines and dependencies, communicate progress and potential issues, and adapt to changing priorities under the guidance of senior team members.

25% Quality Assurance, Course Review, and Compliance

Perform established quality assurance and course readiness checks for accuracy, consistency, functionality, accessibility, and student experience. Apply internal and external quality frameworks, design standards, and accessibility expectations under guidance, documenting and correcting identified issues as appropriate.

15% Faculty Collaboration, Engagement, and Support

Support faculty interactions by providing responsive technical, logistical, and procedural assistance under the direction and guidance of senior team members. Participate in faculty meetings, consultations, training, and support activities, demonstrating increasing levels of contribution and responsibility as knowledge and experience develop.

10% Team Collaboration and Process Support

Collaborate with team members to support unit initiatives, course development activities, working groups, and special projects. Apply established Learning Design and Innovation processes and contribute to the creation, maintenance, and improvement of guides, tutorials, templates, documentation, and other team resources. Partner with other stakeholders within W. P. Carey (e.g., TSO, Media Team) and across ASU (e.g., EdPlus) on LDI related projects.

5% Other

• •Other duties as assigned.
• •Participate in the ASU instructional design community and relevant professional development opportunities (including W. P. Carey Teaching and Learning workshops). Develop knowledge of emerging instructional technologies, pedagogical approaches, accessibility practices, and instructional design standards applicable to the role

Instructional Designer:

45% Instructional Design

• •In partnership with faculty, design, develop, and revise online courses using learning theory and instructional design methodologies. This includes applying pedagogical best practices and ensuring completion of course design documentation and development milestones.
• •Deploy and support existing online courses within Canvas each term, including course setup and configuration and setup of tools. Build new online courses in Canvas per course design documents and established build guides and templates.
• •Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and establish priorities, including adapting to shifting timelines, strategic needs, and delegation of tasks.

35% Faculty Collaboration, Engagement, and Support

Provide communication, consultation, training, and instructional technology and pedagogical support to faculty. This includes troubleshooting and responding to support needs of faculty teaching in all modalities in partnership with the department’s Faculty Teaching Lead / AI Liaison.

10% Quality Assurance, Course Review and Complience

Review courses for quality, consistency, and effectiveness. This includes applying internal and external quality frameworks and design standards, conducting quality assurance and course readiness checks, and evaluating course materials to assess compliance with accessibility standards and expectations.

5% Team Collaboration and Process Documentation

Work collaboratively with team members and Manager in support of unit initiatives, working groups, special projects, and creation and maintenance of guides, tutorials, and internal documents. Partner with other stakeholders within W. P. Carey (e.g., TSO, Media Team) and across ASU (e.g., EdPlus) on LDI related projects