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University of Texas at Arlington

Instructional Designer

🇺🇸 Remote - TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ March 22nd, 2026
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The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring an Instructional Designer. This role involves collaborating with faculty and subject matter experts to design, develop, and revise online and hybrid courses using LMS platforms like Canvas and tools such as Microsoft Teams. The Instructional Designer applies evidence-based principles to ensure course quality, accessibility, and effective online instructional practices.

Highlights

  • Design, develop, and revise online and hybrid courses in partnership with faculty and subject matter experts.

  • Use Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas) and virtual meeting tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams).

  • Apply instructional design principles and quality standards like Quality Matters.

  • Advise on teaching practices, assessment design, student engagement, and accessibility.

  • Create and evaluate multimedia and instructional content ensuring compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).

  • Develop and deliver faculty training and maintain shared instructional resources.

  • Evaluate emerging educational technologies and recommend implementation strategies.

  • Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field and 2 years of relevant experience.

  • Preferred experience with authoring tools like Articulate Rise and Quality Matters certification.

  • Position supports full-time employment with benefits and occasional local travel in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Instructional Designer Full Description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06613P
Position Title Instructional Designer
Department Center for Distance Education
Location Arlington
Position Status Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • Fully remote position.
  • Occasional travel to local events in the DFW area may be required.
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis Monthly
Job Summary
The Instructional Designer is responsible for assisting subject matter experts, faculty and program directors in the design of curriculum and instruction, development of learning resources, and revision of in-person courses to online/hybrid modalities via the Learning Management System (LMS), such as Canvas, and virtual meeting tools, such as Microsoft Teams meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Partner with faculty and subject matter experts from across disciplines to design, develop, and revise online courses that are pedagogically sound, student-centered, and aligned with stated learning outcomes.
  • Guide faculty through each phase of the course design process by establishing clear project plans, timelines, and expectations, and by providing feedback and support.
  • Apply evidence-based instructional design principles and quality standards to support alignment among learning outcomes, assessments, instructional activities, course materials, and tools.
  • Advise faculty on effective teaching practices for online environments, including assessment design, student engagement, feedback strategies, and workload management.
  • Use document authoring, multimedia, and web design tools to produce high-quality instructional content and learning activities.
  • Create accessible and usable documents, media, assessments, and learning activities in accordance with institutional and legal requirements. Evaluate and remedy accessibility issues in existing course content.
  • Conduct course reviews using quality standards such as the Quality Matters Rubric and provide feedback to support continuous improvement.
  • Design and deliver faculty development trainings, workshops, and resources that support instructional practices and course design. Contribute to and maintain a shared knowledge repository to support online teaching, course design, and learning tools.
  • Evaluate emerging educational technologies and software for their potential to enhance course development and delivery. Research and advise departments and academic leaders on tools and processes that support effective online course development and delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Instructional Design (or Technology), Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
  • Two (2) years experience designing, developing, or revising online courses, preferably in higher education or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Canvas) or authoring tool (e.g., Articulate Rise) to build and organize course content.
  • Certified in quality standards (e.g., Quality Matters).
  • While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, preference may be given to applicants located near the Dallas–Fort Worth area to attend occasional in-person events.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of instructional design principles and theories in online learning.
  • Knowledge of learning management systems and how they support course organization, assessment, communication, and analytics.
  • Knowledge of course quality standards used in higher education (e.g., Quality Matters or comparable frameworks).
  • Knowledge of current technology developments and trends.
  • Skills in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication to maintain professionalism,
  • Skills in providing clear, constructive feedback during course design, course reviews and consultations.
  • Skills in planning, implementing, testing, and troubleshooting educational technology.
  • Ability to apply instructional design principles consistently across diverse disciplines and course formats.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to make course content (e.g., images, documents, PowerPoint presentations, PDF files, videos, podcast) that follows current accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and inclusive design practices for online learning.
  • Ability to author technical documentation in online and video formats for the use of educational technology.
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
Other Requirements
  • Attend appropriate conferences and seminars to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of new instructional software and pedagogical techniques.
  • Present on topics related to distance learning, technology and course design at state, regional, or national meetings.
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 2
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD or equivalent
  2. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • None/less than 1 year
    • 1 to 2 years
    • 3 to 4 years
    • 5 years or more
  3. * How many years of experience do you have working in Instructional Design?
    • None/ less than one year
    • 1-2 years
    • 3-4 years
    • 5 years or more
  4. * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume or CV

Optional Documents

  1. Cover/Interest Letter
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