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Lead Instructional Designer for Online Learning and Educational Technology

University of Georgia

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United States, Georgia, Athens

Mar 11, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14830P
Working Title	Lead Instructional Designer for Online Learning and Educational Technology
Department	Public Health-Academic Affairs
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	https://publichealth.uga.edu/
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	This position follows a Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. schedule. Because the role supports faculty and students, occasional work outside of standard business hours may be requested.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	03/11/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	05/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicant screening will begin immediately. To be fully considered, the application packet should include: 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover letter 3. A list containing at least 3 references (including contact information) one of which is a current or former supervisor
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Instructional Designer III
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Public Health, Higher Education, or closely related field. Five (5)+ years professional experience designing, building, and supporting online courses in a modern LMS (preferably D2L Brightspace/eLC). Demonstrated expertise in backward design, outcomes-assessment alignment, rubrics, accessibility/UDL. Foundational experience with SoTL or systematic course-level assessment (e.g., data collection/analysis, action research, or program evaluation in teaching/learning contexts). Advanced eLC/D2L proficiency (Question Library at scale, HTML content templates, Release Conditions, Groups, Grade Schemes).
Position Summary	The Lead Instructional Designer serves as the main consultative expert on teaching and learning in eLC (D2L Brightspace) for the College of Public Health. The role partners with faculty from course concept to delivery; ensures accessibility and quality; and contributes to the science of teaching and learning (SoTL) efforts focused on online/public-health pedagogy.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Demonstrated expertise in backward design, outcomes-assessment alignment, rubrics, accessibility/UDL. Foundational experience with SoTL or systematic course-level assessment (e.g., data collection/analysis, action research, or program evaluation in teaching/learning contexts).
Physical Demands	Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Instructional Design & Development: Lead design/re-design of online courses using backward design, alignment of outcomes/assessments, active learning, and UDL. Build/QA eLC courses; develop templates, rubrics, media; ensure WCAG/Section 508 compliance.
Percentage of time	50

Duties/Responsibilities	Faculty Consultation & eLC Support: Provide 1:1 consults, office hours, and micro-workshops on eLC (Gradebook, Quizzes/Question Library, Rubrics, Release Conditions, Intelligent Agents, Groups), assessment strategy, and student engagement.
Percentage of time	25

Duties/Responsibilities	Quality Assurance & Compliance: Assist with internal course reviews, ADA/FERPA best practices, and academic integrity solutions (Respondus LockDown Browser, Turnitin).
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Scholarship of Teaching & Learning (SoTL): Design and conduct SoTL projects on online learning within public health Review IRB submissions when required Analyze learning analytics and assessment data Disseminate findings via presentations, reports, or peer-reviewed outlets Translate results into practical improvements for courses and faculty development.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Data, Analytics & Continuous Improvement: Use eLC analytics and student/faculty feedback to inform iterative improvements Contribute brief-term/annual impact reports.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Service & Collaboration: Liaise with central teaching/IT units; contribute to assessment/accreditation deliverables (e.g., CEPH mapping) Serve on relevant college- or university-wide committees.
Percentage of time	5