Instructional Designer, Northeastern University On-Line

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Responsibilities

The instructional designer is responsible for assisting CPS faculty and staff in the design and delivery of high quality and effective distance learning courses. Reporting to the Associate Director of Distance Learning, works collaboratively with program directors, administrators, technical staff, and other instructional design staff, the instructional designer helps determine appropriate instructional design methods to help faculty design and deliver distance learning. By providing training and consultation to faculty, the instructional designer helps them draw on a range of established resources and best practices to deliver new online and hybrid courses and adapt existing courses for delivery online, including online readiness assessments, evaluation mechanisms, threaded discussions, multi-media and other internet based resources. The instructional designer plays a key role in course production process, working with faculty and administrators to ensure course delivery deadlines are met. This position is also responsible for designing and facilitating workshops and other training to support faculty in their online teaching and for providing ongoing support and evaluation of course materials so NU Online faculty can adjust their online and hybrid courses to maximize student learning and educational outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum of Masters degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology or related field. At least 2 years as an instructional designer and trainer. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills required. The ability to persuade, lead, motivate, instruct, act as part of a team, and prioritize projects and activities required. Solid experience with distance learning programs in high tech or higher education and familiarity with common Learning Management Systems necessary. Expert desktop publishing skills required. Demonstrated understanding of instructional design methodologies and adult learning theory is necessary. Ability to analyze processes and procedures and make suggestions for improvement is necessary. Flexibility and adaptability are key rapidly work environment where needs change quickly.

Additional Information

Code: NEU638

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities.

How To Apply

Please submit resumes to Denise Weir by e-mail, d.weir@neu.edu , or mail to Northeastern University, 280 Ryder Hall, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115. No phone calls please.

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