University of Utah
e-Learning Specialists
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University of Utah is hiring an e-Learning Specialist. The role involves designing, developing, and improving high-quality online and blended courses for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Hybrid Pathway, collaborating with faculty and partners to ensure courses meet program outcomes and accreditation standards. The specialist develops instructional materials, integrates learning technologies to enhance engagement and accessibility, and manages project planning and course revisions.
Highlights
- Develop and enhance online and blended learning solutions for the DPT Hybrid Pathway.
- Create instructional materials such as modules, multimedia content, assessments, and learning activities.
- Coordinate course production with instructional designers, video staff, and program managers.
- Integrate appropriate learning technologies to improve engagement, accessibility, and instructional effectiveness.
- Review and revise existing courses for better organization and alignment with standards.
- Support project planning, timelines, and apply best practices in instructional design and online pedagogy.
- Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 6 years or Master's degree plus 4 years of directly related experience.
- Preferred experience in higher education or health professions education with strong project management and communication skills.
- Compensation range: $75,000 to $85,000 DOE (Depending on Experience).
- Position is full-time, professional status in the Hybrid DPT Pathway department within U of U Health - Academics.
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| Open Date | 03/04/2026 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN44404B |
| Job Title | e-Learning Specialists |
| Working Title | e-Learning Specialist |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | |
| FLSA Code | Professional |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | |
| VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
| Department | 02306 - Hybrid DPT Pathway |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | 75,000-85,000 DOE |
| Close Date | 05/04/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | |
| Job Summary | The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program seeks an experienced E-Learning Specialist to support the DPT Hybrid Pathway. This position collaborates closely with faculty and partners at University Connected Learning to design, develop, and continuously improve high-quality online and blended courses that align with program outcomes and accreditation standards. The E-Learning Specialist develops instructional materials, including modules, multimedia content, assessments, and learning activities, and coordinates course production with instructional designers, video staff, and program managers. The role integrates appropriate learning technologies to strengthen engagement, accessibility, and instructional effectiveness; reviews and revises existing courses to improve organization and alignment; supports project planning and timelines; and applies best practices in instructional design and online pedagogy to ensure consistent course quality. |
| Responsibilities | e-Learning Specialist, III Develops learning solutions enabled or enhanced by the internet, intranet, extranet, or other electronic media, including instructor-led training, self-paced learning, online mentors, online support, video on demand, virtual classrooms, and virtual labs. Reviews company teaching and learning programs to assess their potential for on-line delivery and advise appropriate managers on which areas of the curriculum can be redesigned/enhanced using Information and Learning Technology (ILT) and e-learning. Develops instructional material, coordinates, writes and edits educational content, and incorporates current technology into learning solutions. Evaluates and confirms learning objectives through ongoing needs assessments. May be responsible for developing action plans, timetables, benchmarks, quantitative targets for the online programs and projects. Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
e-Learning Specialist, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences | Experience in higher education or health professions education Strong project management and communication skills |
| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-581-8365 oeo@utah.edu Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
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What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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