Instructional Designer

The University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) is a nationally renowned leader in the field of health care education, research, and clinical practice preparation. With 13 different disciplines related to health and rehabilitative care, SHRS shapes future generations of health care professionals---therapists, counselors, advocates, scientists, providers, and practitioners---trained to serve the needs of all people regardless of background, levels of health, or mobility. We are built on a legacy of academic excellence and innovation and fueled by passionate educators and researchers, allowing us to meet the health care and rehabilitation needs of today and drive meaningful change in the future. Learn how bold moves SHRS. https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/about/how-bold-moves-shrs - https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/about/how-bold-moves-shrs

The Office of Online Learning supports SHRS departments in the development of fully online or hybrid degree-granting programs or certificates, as well as continuing education initiatives. OOL staff lead schoolwide and internal projects to disseminate best practices for online learning.

3-5 years working in higher education instructional design is preferred.

Job Summary

Consult with educators on the design, development, and delivery of moderately complex instructional materials and the integration of instructional technologies.

Essential Functions

• • Consults with program owners about course design and the development of materials for online and hybrid delivery.
• • Analyzes the effectiveness of curricula, instructional materials and recommends changes.
• • Creates course development plans.
• • Edits course materials.
• • Selects appropriate technologies for course development.

There are a limited number of employees available who could perform the function or job duty; and/or the function or job duty is highly specialized and the position requires a special expertise or ability to perform the job duty.

Essential functions are specific to the individual position and not the ability of the employee. It is also critical to separate the function from the method of performing the function.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods; lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Online Instructional Designer II Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Instructional and Classroom Support Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearanc s: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI243074394