Entry Level Instructional Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
08/04/2026
Requisition Number
PRN45826B
Job Title
Instructional Designers
Working Title
Instructional Designer, Online Development
Career Progression Track
P00
Track Level
P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro
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

• Monday through Friday, on-site at the University of Utah.
• This role is not eligible for hybrid or remote work and is considered an essential campus position supporting faculty, staff, and students in person.

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 $72,000
Close Date
10/15/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Instructional Designer of the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business Online Development will work closely with faculty and staff to update and improve online and hybrid courses. The incumbent will promote the use of technology-based resources in teaching and learning and provide consultation, instruction, and assistance to faculty, students, and staff on the editing, design, production, quality assurance, and instructional technology for curriculum development.
Responsibilities

• Consult with faculty and staff to design and improve courses based on learning goals, pedagogical best practices, and student needs
• Collaborate with faculty in outlining, organizing, and storyboarding content for online and hybrid formats
• Manage instructional design projects and initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery
• Support faculty in creating clear, measurable learning objectives aligned with assessments and desired course outcomes
• Develop course structures, instructional strategies, and learning activities that enhance engagement, retention, and the achievement of learning objectives
• Apply instructional design models and learning theories to support effective course development
• Design and develop instructional materials using Canvas and other instructional tools
• Ensure content accessibility and inclusivity by applying WCAG standards and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles
• Manage instructional design projects and initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery
• Support course evaluation and continuous improvement through the use of surveys and learner feedback
• Deliver training on instructional design practices, course development tools, and digital pedagogy
• Stay current with trends in pedagogy, instructional design, and educational technologies to inform design decisions
• Contribute to the success of the Eccles School by demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, and competency in both written and face-to-face communication

Note: This job description does not comprehensively list all the 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).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Instructional Designer, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
Instructional Designer, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences

• Demonstrated experience in the field of online distance education in an academic setting.
• Ability to manage projects to successful deadline-oriented completion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and to work effectively with a variety of academic constituencies.
• Expertise in instructional design and online learning to provide feedback and support to faculty at every stage of course development

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.
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