What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Designer, Gary W. Rollins College of Business - UT Chattanooga position at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga?
Job Description
The Instructional Designer provides pedagogical, instructional design, and learning technology support to faculty in the Rollins College of Business. This position partners with faculty to enhance teaching effectiveness through evidence-based practices, course design, assessment strategies, accessibility, and student engagement. The role supports course development across modalities, facilitates faculty development initiatives, and integrates multimedia and instructional technologies to enhance student learning experiences. Additionally, the position contributes to assessment and planning for teaching and learning initiatives while staying current with best practices in instructional design and educational technology.
Responsibilities
Faculty Consultation & Support
Application review will begin June 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the review date
Required
QUALIFICATIONS
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is in the heart of one of Tennessee’s largest and most dynamic cities. As a national model for metropolitan universities, UTC collaborates with its many regional partners to offer an experiential learning environment with outstanding teaching scholars in 128 undergraduate degree programs and 55 graduate programs—at both the master's and doctoral levels. UTC and Chattanooga—nationally recognized for its downtown redevelopment and wealth of outdoor recreation—are inextricably linked, and the University is central to the workforce and economic development efforts of the region and the state.
Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Engineering and Computer Science; Health, Education and Professional Studies; and the Honors College are home to an array of award-winning programs from Nursing to Computer Science, Entrepreneurship to Veteran Student Support. Innovation is a strategic focus, and UTC research and development in smart city technology is an industry leader. UTC is the first and only university in the country with access to a managed, commercial quantum computing network, and we are introducing an artificial intelligence initiative involving entities across campus and engaging partners throughout the region.
From our deep ties to the city of Chattanooga to our national reputation for innovation and hands-on learning, UTC stands out as a university where students thrive, faculty inspire, and partnerships create real impact.
The Instructional Designer provides pedagogical, instructional design, and learning technology support to faculty in the Rollins College of Business. This position partners with faculty to enhance teaching effectiveness through evidence-based practices, course design, assessment strategies, accessibility, and student engagement. The role supports course development across modalities, facilitates faculty development initiatives, and integrates multimedia and instructional technologies to enhance student learning experiences. Additionally, the position contributes to assessment and planning for teaching and learning initiatives while staying current with best practices in instructional design and educational technology.
Responsibilities
Faculty Consultation & Support
- Provide consultations to faculty on pedagogy, course design, and instructional technologies
- Assist with assignment and assessment design, student engagement strategies, and accessibility
- Support faculty through walk-ins, scheduled sessions, and ongoing collaboration
- Partner with faculty to design and redesign courses across modalities
- Align learning outcomes, instructional activities, and assessments
- Improve course organization, clarity, and overall student experience
- Operate the faculty recording studio and support the creation of instructional media (videos, podcasts, live broadcasts)
- Provide guidance on integrating multimedia into teaching and learning
- Manage equipment checkout and coordinate classroom technology needs
- Design and facilitate workshops, seminars, and training opportunities
- Develop resources to promote instructional innovation and effective technology use
- Engage in professional development to maintain current knowledge of teaching practices
- Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional support services and faculty programs
- Identify emerging instructional needs and contribute to planning efforts
- Participate in committees and initiatives related to teaching and learning
- Knowledge of teaching and learning theories, models, and best practices in higher education
- Knowledge of instructional technologies and learning management systems
- Skill in written and oral communication
- Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and remain adaptable to feedback
- Ability to integrate emerging technologies (including AI) into instruction
Application review will begin June 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the review date
Required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in instructional design, including design, delivery, and assessment of programs
- Experience supporting student engagement initiatives
- Experience working within a Teaching and Learning unit
- Experience in higher education instructional support environments
- University of Tennessee – Chattanooga, TN Campus
- This is a fully on-site position.
- UT Market Range: MR10
- Anticipated hiring salary: $60,250 – $70,000
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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is in the heart of one of Tennessee’s largest and most dynamic cities. As a national model for metropolitan universities, UTC collaborates with its many regional partners to offer an experiential learning environment with outstanding teaching scholars in 128 undergraduate degree programs and 55 graduate programs—at both the master's and doctoral levels. UTC and Chattanooga—nationally recognized for its downtown redevelopment and wealth of outdoor recreation—are inextricably linked, and the University is central to the workforce and economic development efforts of the region and the state.
Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Engineering and Computer Science; Health, Education and Professional Studies; and the Honors College are home to an array of award-winning programs from Nursing to Computer Science, Entrepreneurship to Veteran Student Support. Innovation is a strategic focus, and UTC research and development in smart city technology is an industry leader. UTC is the first and only university in the country with access to a managed, commercial quantum computing network, and we are introducing an artificial intelligence initiative involving entities across campus and engaging partners throughout the region.
From our deep ties to the city of Chattanooga to our national reputation for innovation and hands-on learning, UTC stands out as a university where students thrive, faculty inspire, and partnerships create real impact.
Salary : $60,250 - $70,000