What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Design Specialist position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
ASOD Academic Affairs-430200
Career Area
Student Services
Posting Open Date
04/01/2026
Application Deadline
05/01/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Instructional Design Specialist
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20025307
Vacancy ID
NF0009602
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
FTE
1
Hours per week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on qualifications
Proposed Start Date
06/01/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
The Adams School of Dentistry, established in 1950 and made possible by an Act of the North Carolina General Assembly in 1949, is now part of a dynamic Health Science campus! The school provides oral health care to more than 90,000 patients each year! With more than 6,400 living alumni in 27 nations and all 50 states, the school’s impact to oral health in North Carolina, throughout the U.S., and around the world is unprecedented. Adams School of Dentistry is at the forefront of oral health care, education, research, and leadership. We are building on 75 years of high-quality patient care, an evolving academic learning environment, cutting-edge research across a spectrum of science and a culture where all belong. We lead the way in oral health care and education with compassion and sensitivity, and we are committed to caring for rural and underserved populations across NC and beyond.
The Adams School of Dentistry is one of six health science schools (Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work, Public Health) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is the first dental school in the state of North Carolina. The ASOD consists of seven (7) Academic Departments: Biomedical Sciences, Craniofacial and Surgical Care (Craniofacial Center, Geriatrics/Special Care, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Oral Medicine), Restorative Sciences (General Dentistry, Operative & Biomaterials and Prosthodontics), Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Orthodontics, Diagnostic Sciences (Oral Microbiology, Orofacial Pain/Sleep, Pathology and Radiology) and Periodontology, Endodontics and Dental Hygiene (one department). It is an exciting time to join the Adams School of Dentistry as we have finalized a new strategic plan and have embarked on exciting team initiatives!
Our Motto: Extraordinary people. Exemplary scholarship. Exceptional care.
Our Mission: To educate and empower the next generation of leaders in oral health care through excellence in education, research, patient care, and service, demonstrating responsible stewardship of our profession. We serve the people of North Carolina and beyond and strive for global impact.
Our Vision: To serve as the leader for oral health care professionals through our innovative curriculum, interdisciplinary research, and commitment to collaborative patient care.
Our Values:
Integrity: We engage authentically, ethically, and honestly, cultivating an environment of trust and respect.
Curiosity: We celebrate discovery and innovation, embracing opportunities for growth, seeking creative solutions, and seizing new possibilities.
Collaboration: We value teamwork, recognizing our individual and collective efforts and advocating for the well-being and success of our people and the communities we serve.
Belonging: We honor our unique perspectives, dedicated to creating a fair, accessible, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
Adams School of Dentistry Strategic Plan – UNC School of Dentistry
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Office of Academic Affairs oversees the various educational programs offered through the School and supports academic excellence. The Office of Academic Affairs staff members often participate in the admissions process and implement curriculum reviews and accreditation.The Office of Academic Affairs offers pre-admission evaluations for prospective DDS students, assists current students with any number of issues, and advocates for the student body to ensure needs are met.
Position Summary
The Associate Director for Instructional Technology will provide leadership and direction in the effective use of instructional technology at the Adams School of Dentistry (ASOD). This is a key position in instructional technology services planning, organization, administration, and evaluation as well as the integration of contemporary and emerging technologies to increase efficiency and productivity in the academic goals of the institution. The Associate Director will supervise classroom support consultant(s) to support academic operations at the ASOD. The position will require close collaboration with other members of the Academic Support Center, the Office of Academic Affairs, the Office of Information Technology, Support Services, various academic departments, and others to ensure the effective delivery of instruction.
The Associate Director will manage instructional systems utilization at the ASOD to support the school in the administration of their education program. This includes but is not limited to learning management systems (LMS), testing software, and classroom hardware and software. In addition, this position will be instrumental in training faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders in the use of all instructional technology. This position requires substantial instructional technology expertise to monitor, assess, select, and deploy technologies to meet current and future needs. They will lead communication efforts on old and new instructional technologies to all stakeholders, support in managing the budget and timelines of instructional technology projects, evaluate the implementation of new technologies, and plan to meet future needs of the institution related to instructional technologies. This position will supervise the team that is responsible for setting up classroom instructional technology and responding to classroom support needs. The Associate Director will ensure successful implementation and management of high-quality, best-practice systems, to support and enrich teaching and learning in support of the institution’s educational mission.
This role assumes key leadership responsibilities to ensure the continuity of academic support services and faculty development. Primary duties include managing CODA-specific assignments to maintain accreditation compliance, preparing required documentation, and supporting faculty in meeting accreditation standards.
The Associate Director is also responsible for designing, creating, maintaining, and tracking a variety of high-level curricular projects including AI and other emerging technology. This includes but is not limited to: Canvas project sites such as the Faculty Calibration site and DDS curricular onboarding site; Sharepoint sites, such as The Commons faculty/staff hub and the Student Commons hub; and e-Learning projects such as trainings and faculty calibrations.
The Associate Director will manage instructional systems utilization at the ASOD to support the school in the administration of their education program. This includes but is not limited to learning management systems (LMS), testing software, and classroom hardware and software. In addition, this position will be instrumental in training faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders in the use of all instructional technology. This position requires substantial instructional technology expertise to monitor, assess, select, and deploy technologies to meet current and future needs. They will lead communication efforts on old and new instructional technologies to all stakeholders, support in managing the budget and timelines of instructional technology projects, evaluate the implementation of new technologies, and plan to meet future needs of the institution related to instructional technologies. This position will supervise the team that is responsible for setting up classroom instructional technology and responding to classroom support needs. The Associate Director will ensure successful implementation and management of high-quality, best-practice systems, to support and enrich teaching and learning in support of the institution’s educational mission.
This role assumes key leadership responsibilities to ensure the continuity of academic support services and faculty development. Primary duties include managing CODA-specific assignments to maintain accreditation compliance, preparing required documentation, and supporting faculty in meeting accreditation standards.
The Associate Director is also responsible for designing, creating, maintaining, and tracking a variety of high-level curricular projects including AI and other emerging technology. This includes but is not limited to: Canvas project sites such as the Faculty Calibration site and DDS curricular onboarding site; Sharepoint sites, such as The Commons faculty/staff hub and the Student Commons hub; and e-Learning projects such as trainings and faculty calibrations.
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
Experience in providing instructional technology support in a higher education environment. Experience collaborating with and providing direct support to faculty instructors. Technical expertise required in LMS utilization, test administration, instructional technologies tools like Panopto, Echo 360, Poll Everywhere, Articulate 360, and classroom technologies such as Canvas. Experience in successful project management.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master’s degree in instructional design, learning/educational technology, educational media, or related discipline; or a Bachelor’s degree in the assigned discipline and three or more years of experience in teaching, educational testing, or instructional design and curriculum development, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience in higher education supporting faculty in use of learning management system (LMS), lecture capture, multimedia and video production, remote conferencing and collaboration, AI technologies, and production of web-based course tools. Experience working on both PC and Mac platforms.
Designing and delivering solutions to support active learning. Experience with digital accessibility standards and/or delivering accessible course content. Ability to work both independently and as an individual contributor, and collaboratively as a team leader or member. Experience in project management, including managing time, establishing priorities, and meeting milestones and deliverables. Ability to work effectively with a community made up of individuals from a variety of disciplines with a wide range of pedagogical, organizational, and technological skills.
Experience supervising and/or leading a team. Teaching experience is a plus. Experience working with instructional technology vendors is a plus.
Experience in higher education supporting faculty in use of learning management system (LMS), lecture capture, multimedia and video production, remote conferencing and collaboration, AI technologies, and production of web-based course tools. Experience working on both PC and Mac platforms.
Designing and delivering solutions to support active learning. Experience with digital accessibility standards and/or delivering accessible course content. Ability to work both independently and as an individual contributor, and collaboratively as a team leader or member. Experience in project management, including managing time, establishing priorities, and meeting milestones and deliverables. Ability to work effectively with a community made up of individuals from a variety of disciplines with a wide range of pedagogical, organizational, and technological skills.
Experience supervising and/or leading a team. Teaching experience is a plus. Experience working with instructional technology vendors is a plus.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.