Instructional Designer III

About the role

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research, and team-based health care delivery. What we want The Instructional Designer III, under direction of Assistant Director of Academic Technology, provides leadership and oversight of the course design and development team. leads the development and support for classroom, hybrid, and online courses within a health sciences environment. Leads and manages the development of training for faculty and/or staff in areas of instructional design, andragogy, and best practices. Manages and leads project work in collaboration with subject matter experts, applying technical instructional design skills to support the delivery of high-quality educational experiences in a medical school setting. What you need to know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire's experience. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Course Design and Development
• Collaborates with instructors and subject matter experts to design and develop online, blended, and web-enhanced courses across a range of health sciences disciplines
• Leads faculty and staff through the instructional design process and makes key recommendations for instructional strategies using evidence-based design models
• Manages course design and development projects and maintains online development resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet defined quality standards
• Oversees the planning and coordination of materials with course instructors and the instructional design team
• Designs online modules and manages the course review process for quality assurance
• Translates complex subject matter provided by faculty and staff into clear, engaging, and learner-centered instructional content
• Applies instructional sequencing and curriculum mapping techniques to support coherent course and program design
• Instructional Media and Technology
• Designs, develops, and evaluates all instructional media products provided by Academic Technology
• Researches, reviews, and recommends software, multimedia applications, and web-based educational technologies appropriate for health professions education delivery
• Evaluates and implements media tools and software to enhance faculty-created content and learner engagement
• Provides pedagogical and technical support to faculty for creating online instructional content, including lecture capture, interactive modules, and multimedia integration
• Stays current with emerging instructional technologies and makes recommendations for tools that improve instructional quality and accessibility
• Supports integration of learning technologies within institutionally supported platforms (e.g., Canvas, Mediasite, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Poll Everywhere)
• Knowledge of Articulate Storyline 360 or similar rapid online authoring tools preferred
• Training and Support
• Develops training materials to assist faculty and staff in the development of sound instructional media and online courses
• Conducts both small group and large group training sessions for faculty on instructional design needs, including onboarding sessions for faculty new to online course development
• Creates self-help documents and online tutorials to assist instructors with course management tools
• Collaborate

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional or Learning Design and Technology
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and educational technologies.
• Knowledge of various instructional technologies implemented at Texas A&M University (Canvas, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
• Advanced skill level in the development of instructional materials.
• Experience in the creation and conducting of instructional media trainings for staff and/or faculty.
• Knowledge of State institutions regulations regarding the implementation of educational technologies.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of online course design principles and practices
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Instructional Designer III Agency Texas A&M University Department School of Engineering Medicine Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Houston, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

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