Instructional Designer Senior

Job Profile:

Instructional Technologist 3

Job Family:

Instructional Design and Technology

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:

$90,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Monitors the assessment, design, implementation, and instructional design support for one or more units to develop intermediate to complex resources and materials to support teaching and learning.

Job Description:

Do you have instructional design knowledge for online learners? Do you want to lead large, dynamic instructional design projects?  Immerse yourself in the transformative world of digital learning innovation? Then apply today for this Senior Instructional Designer opportunity!

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

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We are seeking an experienced and nimble Instructional Designer Senior to join our growing Innovation and Emerging Initiatives team. Every day you'll make a difference in the lives of others by working at the intersection of cutting-edge pedagogy, emerging technologies, and universal design to craft engaging digital experiences that empower learners worldwide

ASU has partnered with the United States military to reimagine their learning ecosystem and to encourage and promote lifelong learning during a service member's time in and out of the uniform. In this exciting role, you'll collaborate closely with faculty, instructors, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to design and develop engaging, learner-centered experiences. You'll apply proven instructional design methodologies and adult learning theories to co-create content and experiences that resonate with learners across the globe and lifespan, all while optimizing workflows and processes to support scalable, efficient development.

While a deep knowledge of the U.S. military is not necessary to be successful in this role, we are looking for an individual who is passionate about innovation, design thinking, prototyping, access to education, and who loves working on complex, innovative, high-visibility projects that push the status quo. You will contribute to our vision of academic excellence, innovative course design, and next generation learning technologies that converge to create transformative student experiences.

Essential Duties:

• Designs engaging learning experiences: Creates learner-centered courses in collaboration with subject matter experts and cross-functional partners. Develops curriculum maps, objectives, and modular activities grounded in adult learning theory and instructional design best practices.
• Advances digital learning innovation: Leads the needs analyses and content reviews to keep curriculum current and effective. Translates best practices into engaging digital resources and guides the transition of in-person courses to hybrid or flipped formats that deepen learning and interaction.
• Leads technology-enabled instructional strategy: Champions emerging technologies to inform instructional approaches while remaining hands-on in design and development. Establishes design standards that ensure quality, consistency, and alignment across projects.
• Drives cross-project collaboration and delivery: Oversees end-to-end development of flexible, reusable learning assets. Coordinates across SMEs, designers, and media teams to streamline workflows, manage timelines, and deliver multiple projects efficiently.
• Balances hands-on expertise with team leadership: Applies authoring tools and multimedia platforms to build custom learning solutions while providing strategic direction, mentoring collaborators, and aligning projects with broader program goals.
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or a related area.
• Demonstrated strong communicator who collaborates effectively with SMEs, vendors, and cross-functional teams, translating complex ideas for non-technical audiences.
• Proven self-starter who manages multiple projects, deadlines, and shifting priorities with confidence.
• Evidence of familiarity with tracking software such as Jira, Asana, Coda, or Monday.
• Demonstrated detail-oriented leader with experience delivering high-quality learning solutions on time.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility standards, with experience designing active, learner-centered experiences (e.g., active-learning, project-based, or design-thinking approaches).
• Teaching or instructional experience in higher education, military, or continuing education settings.
• Some travel is required.

NOTE: Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:

• Describe an experience where you collaborated with subject matter experts to design or enhance a learning experience and explain how you ensured it aligned with learner needs and course objectives.
• Share an example of how you evaluated or redesigned instructional content to improve the online student experience, including the process you followed and the impact it had.

Salary & Benefits:

$70,000 - $90,000 per year, DOE

NOTE: This is not a remote position. Must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale Arizona.

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click here to explore options.

• Healthcare
• Financial Security
• Retirement
• Family Resources
• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
• Discounts

Working Environment:

Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is NOT a fully remote position.)

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement:

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the University charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Funding:

Grant Funded

Instructions to Apply:

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workdayusing the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$16608.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

A fingerprint check is not required for this position.