University of Utah
Instructional Designers
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The University of Utah is hiring a Lead Instructional Designer for the David Eccles School of Business Online Development team. This role leads the design, development, and enhancement of online and hybrid courses, supervises instructional design staff, partners with faculty to create engaging content, and ensures quality standards and project deadlines are met across multiple programs.
Highlights
- Lead instructional design staff, mentoring, and managing course development projects.
- Collaborate with faculty to design, storyboard, and organize online and hybrid course content.
- Oversee quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with accessibility and accreditation standards.
- Develop and deliver faculty training workshops on instructional technologies and online teaching best practices.
- Manage multiple complex projects, coordinating resources and timelines effectively.
- Require expertise in online pedagogy, educational technology, and learning management systems.
- Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree with 10 years or master’s degree with 8 years of related experience; higher education experience substitutes accordingly.
- Preference for experience leading instructional design teams in higher education, especially in graduate business or executive education.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional evenings or weekends to support faculty.
- Compensation ranges from $60,000 to $80,000 annually.
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| Open Date | 06/26/2026 |
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| Requisition Number | PRN45487B |
| Job Title | Instructional Designers |
| Working Title | Lead Instructional Designer |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | P5 - Expert |
| 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 |
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| VP Area | Academic Affairs |
| Department | 00033 - Executive Education |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | $60,000 to $80,000 |
| Close Date | 07/03/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | |
| Job Summary | The Lead Instructional Designer for the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business Online Development team provides strategic leadership for the design, development, and continuous improvement of online and hybrid learning experiences. This position works closely with faculty, instructional designers, multimedia specialists, and program staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and effective online courses. The Lead Instructional Designer serves as a senior member of the Online Development team, overseeing instructional design processes, managing course development projects, mentoring and supervising instructional design staff, and promoting best practices in online pedagogy and educational technology. The incumbent provides consultation, training, and support to faculty while ensuring quality standards and project timelines are met across multiple programs. |
| Responsibilities | Leadership and Team Management
Course Development and Faculty Partnership
Project and Process Management
Faculty Development and Training
Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
Service and Collaboration
Note: This job description does not comprehensively list all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support program needs. Work Environment and Level of Frequency Typically Required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency That May Be Required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting up to 20 lbs. |
| 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). Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences |
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| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | 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. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. 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. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
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250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]
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Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]
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