University of Utah
Instructional Designer/ Curriculum Specialist
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
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University of Utah Job Summary
The Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Technologist plays an integral role in creating and enhancing effective online learning experiences for the College of Nursing (CON). Working collaboratively with faculty and academic leaders, this position focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating engaging, high-quality online courses that align with institutional standards and foster student success. Leveraging expertise in instructional design and emerging technologies, the specialist ensures course content and delivery support effective learning outcomes. Job Summary
The Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Technologist plays an integral role in creating and enhancing effective online learning experiences for the College of Nursing (CON). Working collaboratively with faculty and academic leaders, this position focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating engaging, high-quality online courses that align with institutional standards and foster student success. Leveraging expertise in instructional design and emerging technologies, the specialist ensures course content and delivery support effective learning outcomes.
This position is eligible for university
benefits
including;
medical-dental-wellness coverage , an additional immediately vested
14.2% of salary employer contribution
to retirement (401a),
paid leave ,
paid holidays ,
tuition assistance
for employees and family,
free UTA transport pass
and others. See details at:
https://benefits.utah.edu/
Total Compensation Calculator
Please APPLY at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187226
Responsibilities
Student Outcomes
This Position Enhances Student Success By Developing Evidence-based High-quality Online Courses Using Universal Design Principles That Align With Institutional Standards. This Includes
Collaborating with faculty and academic leaders to implement effective teaching/learning strategies and curricular improvement. Design and develop cutting-edge undergraduate and graduate courses, integrating the latest educational technologies, AI, and innovative pedagogical approaches. Analyze course content, course learning outcomes, and assessment alignment. Creating standardized resources and templates to ensure a cohesive, accessible curriculum across programs. Regularly evaluating and refining course elements to improve learning outcomes and student experiences. Staying current with trends to propose innovative strategies for student engagement and success.
Faculty Collaboration
This position collaborates with and supports faculty in delivering exceptional student experiences by:
Providing personalized support for course design and redesign, promoting best practices and innovation. Maintaining key resources like the Canvas faculty resource course and specific Canvas items (e.g., standardized templates, ‘Start Here,' page, and syllabi templates). Providing expertise on design principles, copyright, and tools like Kaltura/Mediaspace, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other educational technologies. Collaborating with campus departments to resolve technical issues, adopt new technologies, and align curricula.
Quality Improvement
Regularly evaluating and refining course elements to improve learning outcomes and student experiences. Ensuring course quality through consistency, accuracy, and accessibility checks. Providing personalized support for course design and redesign, promoting best practices and innovation. Using data and feedback to evaluate courses and recommend improvements.
This job description is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Preferred, But NOT Required
Master's degree in a related area and experience in higher education settings.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number:
PRN42831B
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
This is a HYBRID position and after a period of in-person training will work ON-CAMPUS typically about three days per week and REMOTELY if desired the other two, with schedules approved by the supervisor.
Department:
00985 - CON ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Location:
Campus
Pay Rate Range:
$65,000 - $75,000
Close Date:
11/15/2025
Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187248
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Instructional Designer/ Curriculum Specialist
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University of Utah 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Instructional Designer/ Curriculum Specialist
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University of Utah Job Summary
The Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Technologist plays an integral role in creating and enhancing effective online learning experiences for the College of Nursing (CON). Working collaboratively with faculty and academic leaders, this position focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating engaging, high-quality online courses that align with institutional standards and foster student success. Leveraging expertise in instructional design and emerging technologies, the specialist ensures course content and delivery support effective learning outcomes. Job Summary
The Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Technologist plays an integral role in creating and enhancing effective online learning experiences for the College of Nursing (CON). Working collaboratively with faculty and academic leaders, this position focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating engaging, high-quality online courses that align with institutional standards and foster student success. Leveraging expertise in instructional design and emerging technologies, the specialist ensures course content and delivery support effective learning outcomes.
This position is eligible for university
benefits
including;
medical-dental-wellness coverage , an additional immediately vested
14.2% of salary employer contribution
to retirement (401a),
paid leave ,
paid holidays ,
tuition assistance
for employees and family,
free UTA transport pass
and others. See details at:
https://benefits.utah.edu/
Total Compensation Calculator
Please APPLY at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187226
Responsibilities
Student Outcomes
This Position Enhances Student Success By Developing Evidence-based High-quality Online Courses Using Universal Design Principles That Align With Institutional Standards. This Includes
Collaborating with faculty and academic leaders to implement effective teaching/learning strategies and curricular improvement. Design and develop cutting-edge undergraduate and graduate courses, integrating the latest educational technologies, AI, and innovative pedagogical approaches. Analyze course content, course learning outcomes, and assessment alignment. Creating standardized resources and templates to ensure a cohesive, accessible curriculum across programs. Regularly evaluating and refining course elements to improve learning outcomes and student experiences. Staying current with trends to propose innovative strategies for student engagement and success.
Faculty Collaboration
This position collaborates with and supports faculty in delivering exceptional student experiences by:
Providing personalized support for course design and redesign, promoting best practices and innovation. Maintaining key resources like the Canvas faculty resource course and specific Canvas items (e.g., standardized templates, ‘Start Here,' page, and syllabi templates). Providing expertise on design principles, copyright, and tools like Kaltura/Mediaspace, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other educational technologies. Collaborating with campus departments to resolve technical issues, adopt new technologies, and align curricula.
Quality Improvement
Regularly evaluating and refining course elements to improve learning outcomes and student experiences. Ensuring course quality through consistency, accuracy, and accessibility checks. Providing personalized support for course design and redesign, promoting best practices and innovation. Using data and feedback to evaluate courses and recommend improvements.
This job description is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Preferred, But NOT Required
Master's degree in a related area and experience in higher education settings.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number:
PRN42831B
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
This is a HYBRID position and after a period of in-person training will work ON-CAMPUS typically about three days per week and REMOTELY if desired the other two, with schedules approved by the supervisor.
Department:
00985 - CON ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Location:
Campus
Pay Rate Range:
$65,000 - $75,000
Close Date:
11/15/2025
Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187248
Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
jeid-f841035075b04c4f98b0e4cfe15e1122 Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Education and Training Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Utah by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Instructional Designer” roles.
Salt Lake City, UT $55,000.00-$72,700.00 6 days ago Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area $58,800.00-$88,200.00 2 days ago Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area $78,300.00-$117,500.00 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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