Instructional Designer- SOM

Instructional Designer- SOM

• Proactively consult with subject matter experts to identify and formulate learning objectives and content.
• Develop Instructional Design materials, including course goals, learning objectives, evaluation and assessment processes, and module content, with teaching methodologies appropriate for e-learning.
• Use an iterative instructional design process to draft storyboards and prototypes, and guide faculty in the ongoing development and refinement of course content and reference materials.
• Share best practices along the education continuum (UME, CME and GME) through collaboration with other institutions.
• Identify new strategies, and the necessary resources, tools, and equipment, for production, post-production, and delivery of learning materials.
• Develop course content within learning management systems.
• Design interactive content/experiences with case-authoring tools (e.g., Captivate, Articulate).
• Adapt instructional materials created for one format to another format (e.g., help convert analog to digital).
• Create media to support learning (e.g., visual aids for in-person teaching, and various multimedia materials for e-learning and online material).
• Serve on relevant KPSOM committees.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with teams and consulting subject matter experts to assess and develop content to meet learning needs.

• Bachelors degree, preferably in education or related field.

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• Proficiency with instructional design tools such as learning project plans, design documents, learning hierarchies, storyboards, prototypes, etc.
• Ability to clearly and succinctly convey learning content in a manner that engages learners and encourages retention of material.
• Ability to apply adult learning principles and methods.
• Proficiency and experience in industry standard tools such as authoring tools, as well as digital, graphics media, audio, animation, and video production tools, to create impactful modules and courses.
• Proficiency with learning management systems, and curriculum management systems.
• Ability to bridge technological platforms for the purpose of content creation and assessment.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of learning materials.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in applying instructional design theory, models, and best practices.
• Experience in a higher education setting.

• Experience consulting on and training others in authoring standards and best practices for instructional design and educational technologies.
• Experience coordinating or supervising a team to implement projects.
• Experience with e-Learning and online education program management.
• Experience with agile methodology for iterative instructional design and prototyping (e.g., SAM).
• Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MS, PhD) in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Adult Education, Medical Education or similar field.