What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Designer (PSS2), Rowan Online position at Rowan University?
Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm.
Salary
$73,899.91 - $84,980.25
Work Environment
This position is based at Rowan Online’s dynamic and interactive team hub, located in downtown Glassboro, NJ. Our staff thrive in our contemporary collaborative workspace, intentionally designed to facilitate meaningful connections and innovative thinking. In addition to the synergistic work environment, this role is eligible to participate in Rowan's Flexible Work Arrangement (hybrid work) policy. To ensure exceptional support for our online learners, in-office and remote days follow a consistent pattern, with regular adjustments for strategic meetings and special events. This student-centered role occasionally requires evening and weekend hours, along with occasional local travel to provide diverse engagement opportunities with Rowan Online’s learning community.
What is the opportunity?
Rowan Online, in collaboration with the academic departments, is committed to expanding access, empowering students, and elevating the impact of high-quality online education. As an Instructional Designer, you will play a key role in shaping engaging, accessible, and effective online learning experiences in partnership with faculty and academic units. This role collaborates closely with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to design learner-centered, inclusive, and pedagogically sound learning experiences that reflect best practices in instructional design and align with institutional standards. If you are passionate about online learning, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and are driven by continuous improvement and innovation, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing and evolving online learning environment.
What is in it for you?
You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing online division of Rowan University. This role offers cross-functional collaboration, strong partnership with Subject Matter Experts, and the ability to help shape an engaging online educational experience. Eligible employees receive comprehensive NJ State health, dental, and retirement benefits; generous accrued time off and paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro (undergraduate degrees only for spouses and dependents).
What will you be doing?
If you are passionate about supporting faculty, designing impactful online learning experiences, and advancing online education, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Rowan Online.
Salary & Benefits
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is AFT: Range 24 ($73,899.91 - $84,980.25), with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors.
For internal applicants, salary is determined per the Pay Adjustment formula (NJAC 4A:3-4.9 & 4.10)
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
Notes
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rowan University is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Rowan University prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Rowan University. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm.
Salary
$73,899.91 - $84,980.25
Work Environment
This position is based at Rowan Online’s dynamic and interactive team hub, located in downtown Glassboro, NJ. Our staff thrive in our contemporary collaborative workspace, intentionally designed to facilitate meaningful connections and innovative thinking. In addition to the synergistic work environment, this role is eligible to participate in Rowan's Flexible Work Arrangement (hybrid work) policy. To ensure exceptional support for our online learners, in-office and remote days follow a consistent pattern, with regular adjustments for strategic meetings and special events. This student-centered role occasionally requires evening and weekend hours, along with occasional local travel to provide diverse engagement opportunities with Rowan Online’s learning community.
What is the opportunity?
Rowan Online, in collaboration with the academic departments, is committed to expanding access, empowering students, and elevating the impact of high-quality online education. As an Instructional Designer, you will play a key role in shaping engaging, accessible, and effective online learning experiences in partnership with faculty and academic units. This role collaborates closely with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to design learner-centered, inclusive, and pedagogically sound learning experiences that reflect best practices in instructional design and align with institutional standards. If you are passionate about online learning, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and are driven by continuous improvement and innovation, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing and evolving online learning environment.
What is in it for you?
You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing online division of Rowan University. This role offers cross-functional collaboration, strong partnership with Subject Matter Experts, and the ability to help shape an engaging online educational experience. Eligible employees receive comprehensive NJ State health, dental, and retirement benefits; generous accrued time off and paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro (undergraduate degrees only for spouses and dependents).
What will you be doing?
- Partner with faculty to design, develop, and enhance online courses using the Learning Management System and integrated technologies.
- Apply instructional design principles to create engaging, accessible, and outcomes-aligned online learning experiences.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for instructional technologies used in online and hybrid course delivery.
- Deliver training, workshops, and resources to support faculty in effective online teaching and course design.
- Review and assess courses for quality, accessibility, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
- Manage and support small-scale instructional design projects, including timelines, documentation, and coordination with stakeholders.
- Research emerging trends and tools in instructional design and recommend improvements to digital learning practices.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in instructional design, educational technology, or related field.
- Experience supporting users in a higher education environment with online learning technologies.
- Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas) and integrated instructional technologies.
- Collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop learning experiences that reflect disciplinary best practices. Guide faculty on the effective pedagogical and technical uses of digital technologies within the LMS and integrated platforms (e.g., Kaltura).
- Design authentic and aligned assessments, activities, and content that promote deep learning and active engagement.
- Utilize standardized instructional design tools and frameworks to maintain high rigor and consistency across courses.
- Serve as a trusted design consultant for subject matter experts, providing one-on-one support while modeling inclusive, student-centered teaching practices in all faculty interactions.
- Experience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting diverse users.
- Effective project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and consultative skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and quality assurance practices in online learning.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and user support.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Welcomes continuous learning, innovation, and improvement in online education practices.
If you are passionate about supporting faculty, designing impactful online learning experiences, and advancing online education, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Rowan Online.
Salary & Benefits
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is AFT: Range 24 ($73,899.91 - $84,980.25), with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors.
For internal applicants, salary is determined per the Pay Adjustment formula (NJAC 4A:3-4.9 & 4.10)
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
Notes
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rowan University is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Rowan University prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Rowan University. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Salary : $73,900 - $84,980