What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Instructional Designer (Remote) position at University of Pittsburgh?
The Center for Excellence in Digital Education (Pitt EDGE) is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to support an ongoing university-wide initiative. This part-time staff position requires a strong foundation in instructional design, digital pedagogy, and online course development. The Instructional Designer will collaborate with the Pitt EDGE design team to develop high-quality online and hybrid courses for both credit-bearing and non-credit programs. This role involves consulting with University faculty to design engaging, accessible, and effective learning experiences. Responsibilities include guiding faculty through course design and development, analyzing online teaching practices, and recommending instructional strategies and evaluation methods that enhance student learning outcomes. The successful candidate will apply best practices in online learning, digital accessibility, and copyright/fair use. Key duties include creating course development plans, editing and organizing course materials, producing multimedia content, building courses in the learning management system, leveraging emerging educational technologies, and conducting comprehensive quality assurance reviews to ensure excellence in course delivery.
The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in Instructional Design or the equivalent, in addition to 3-5 years of relevant experience in online learning, including higher education experience. Knowledge of copyright and accessibility law compliance is expected. Experience and demonstrated competence in working with learning management systems/online learning platforms, Web conferencing tools, and other multimedia authoring tools, as well as demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills are necessary for success.
Previous Professional Experience Working In Articulate Rise Is Required.
Candidates should include a link to an online portfolio in their resume or include this as a "media sample" in their application
All Temps
Department
Office of the SVC and Provost
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Master's Degree
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. EST
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?
Yes
Work Arrangement
Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).
Requested Pay Rate
$30/ hour
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter, Media Sample
The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in Instructional Design or the equivalent, in addition to 3-5 years of relevant experience in online learning, including higher education experience. Knowledge of copyright and accessibility law compliance is expected. Experience and demonstrated competence in working with learning management systems/online learning platforms, Web conferencing tools, and other multimedia authoring tools, as well as demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills are necessary for success.
Previous Professional Experience Working In Articulate Rise Is Required.
Candidates should include a link to an online portfolio in their resume or include this as a "media sample" in their application
All Temps
Department
Office of the SVC and Provost
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Master's Degree
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. EST
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?
Yes
Work Arrangement
Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).
Requested Pay Rate
$30/ hour
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter, Media Sample
Salary : $30