What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Designer position at Inside Higher Ed?
Department
Undergraduate Education-302500
Career Area
Academic Administration
Posting Open Date
02/16/2026
Application Deadline
03/09/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Instructional Designer
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20074670
Vacancy ID
NF0009536
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
Fte
1
Hours Per Week
40
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
57,000 - 72,000
Proposed Start Date
04/27/2026
Be a Tar Heel!:
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill established what was possibly the first residential summer school in America in 1877. The University has continued to provide a wide offering of annual summer academic opportunities to its students, the people of North Carolina, and other residents in this country and abroad. Currently, more than 50 departments or curricula of the College of Arts and Sciences and seven professional schools in Academic Affairs offer a varied array of summer classes, including field courses, research courses, and graduate-level labs. Summer School is an important part of the Undergraduate Education Division and will be supporting the division for academic year-round online and hybrid courses.
Position Summary
The Instructional Designer will be responsible for developing, facilitating, and supporting initiatives that advance the Summer School’s mission to foster instructional innovation and excellence. This position plays a central role in preparing instructors to deliver high-quality remote and compressed-format courses by designing training experiences, providing individualized support, and offering professional development opportunities throughout the year.
Key areas of responsibility include developing, revising, and facilitating annual online instructor trainings, supporting instructors through structured feedback and consultations, hosting regular professional development workshops, and participating in university-wide initiatives focused on encouraging pedagogical excellence in online course formats. This position will manage evaluation processes related to trainings and other initiatives in order to assess progress on key performance indicators of effectiveness and help promote continuous improvement. The instructional designer will also work with stakeholders in the Summer School and throughout the university to develop training, documentation, and other support for online instructors and students. By ensuring instructors are well-prepared and supported, the Instructional Designer contributes directly to the quality and success of Summer School courses and the overall student learning experience at UNC.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to consulting or developing course content, curriculum, instructional technique/technology, distance education design, development or implementation, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
The selected candidate will demonstrate:
Not Applicable.
Undergraduate Education-302500
Career Area
Academic Administration
Posting Open Date
02/16/2026
Application Deadline
03/09/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Instructional Designer
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20074670
Vacancy ID
NF0009536
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
Fte
1
Hours Per Week
40
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
57,000 - 72,000
Proposed Start Date
04/27/2026
Be a Tar Heel!:
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill established what was possibly the first residential summer school in America in 1877. The University has continued to provide a wide offering of annual summer academic opportunities to its students, the people of North Carolina, and other residents in this country and abroad. Currently, more than 50 departments or curricula of the College of Arts and Sciences and seven professional schools in Academic Affairs offer a varied array of summer classes, including field courses, research courses, and graduate-level labs. Summer School is an important part of the Undergraduate Education Division and will be supporting the division for academic year-round online and hybrid courses.
Position Summary
The Instructional Designer will be responsible for developing, facilitating, and supporting initiatives that advance the Summer School’s mission to foster instructional innovation and excellence. This position plays a central role in preparing instructors to deliver high-quality remote and compressed-format courses by designing training experiences, providing individualized support, and offering professional development opportunities throughout the year.
Key areas of responsibility include developing, revising, and facilitating annual online instructor trainings, supporting instructors through structured feedback and consultations, hosting regular professional development workshops, and participating in university-wide initiatives focused on encouraging pedagogical excellence in online course formats. This position will manage evaluation processes related to trainings and other initiatives in order to assess progress on key performance indicators of effectiveness and help promote continuous improvement. The instructional designer will also work with stakeholders in the Summer School and throughout the university to develop training, documentation, and other support for online instructors and students. By ensuring instructors are well-prepared and supported, the Instructional Designer contributes directly to the quality and success of Summer School courses and the overall student learning experience at UNC.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to consulting or developing course content, curriculum, instructional technique/technology, distance education design, development or implementation, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
The selected candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong understanding of instructional design principles, particularly for online and compressed-format courses.
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Capacity to work independently while collaborating effectively with academic staff and faculty.
- Master’s degree in a related field or at least 5 years’ equivalent experience in an instructional design role.
- Experience supporting instructors and learners in higher education.
- Experience designing and facilitating online training or professional development.
- Experience designing online courses in multiple formats, including synchronous, asynchronous, hybrid, and HyFlex.
- Familiarity with best practices in online pedagogy and faculty professional development.
- Experience facilitating group workshops and individual consultations.
- Experience in providing multiple training workshops and consultations with overlapping timelines.
- Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and related educational technologies.
- Proficiency with project management systems (e.g., Trello, Monday, Asana) and related technologies.
Not Applicable.