How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The letter should address your:

• Specific interest in this position
• Skills and experience which directly relate to this position, and;

Note: In order for the career portal system to accept the cover letter, please include this as the first page of your resume document, so that you are submitting only ONE combined document.  This combined document will be reviewed to assess how you meet the stated qualifications, including your written communication skills.  

Job Summary

The Instructional Learning Designer plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of learning experiences within the School of Kinesiology. You will collaborate with faculty to implement effective instructional design strategies, develop engaging course content, and provide training resources to support faculty. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education, the Instructional Learning Designer ensures that instructional materials are accessible and effective, leveraging multimedia and emerging technologies to improve educational experiences and outcomes.  Review the full description here.  

Note, that as this is a new position for the school, we anticipate that responsibilities and the percentage of time spent on specific job functions may shift and change over time.

Who We Are

The School of Kinesiology is one of the fastest-growing schools at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Currently, we have three undergraduate majors, five graduate degree programs, two doctoral programs, and 28 research labs and centers. We are proud to occupy the fully renovated Kraus Building, a 221,600 gross square foot space adjacent to the Diag. It is an exciting time to be in the School of Kinesiology; read more about us here.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and parental leave
• University commitment to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities

Course Design (40%)

• Partner with faculty to apply instructional design strategies and accessibility standards for diverse learning needs, utilizing multimedia technologies and instructional software. 
• Partner with Kinesiology’s student support staff including mental health counselors to integrate new technologies and methodologies to enhance student well being and academic success.

Develop and Facilitate Workshops (30%)

• Plan, develop, and conduct workshops and training sessions for faculty and staff on instructional design, use of technology tools, and generative AI applications. 
• Assist in the creation of online tutorials and workshops housed in the School of Kinesiology’s TechKinect online resource hub. 

Media Production and Consultation (20%)

• Assist faculty in producing and editing multimedia content, including recorded lectures and educational videos. 
• Coordinate with the Director of Innovative Teaching and Learning to develop and create digital media content for courses and with faculty within the Rose Immersive Studio and Lab. 

Research and Evaluation of Emerging Technologies (10%)

• Offer strategic advice on implementing instructional technologies within the School of Kinesiology.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience for the Assistant level, or a minimum of 2 years for the Intermediate level, in instructional design or a related field, preferably within higher education.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training workshops and online educational resources.
• Experience with multimedia content production and accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas and educational technology platforms.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate. Applicants with less experience are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Please note that the School of Kinesiology does not provide visa sponsorship for this classification.

The general salary range for the Assistant level is $48,000 – $52,000 and Intermediate level is $56,000 – $65,000.  An offer may be extended outside of this range based on equity, experience, knowledge, and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process. Benefits are included with this position.   

This position has the potential for a hybrid schedule with a remote option up to 2 days/week (with Wednesdays being a required in-office day).  Remote work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.