Associate Instructional Designer
University of California Education Abroad Program
Summary of Job Details
Reporting to the lead Instructional Designer at UCEAP, this role supports study abroad related instructional design and staff training efforts. The Associate Instructional Designer will utilize educational technologies to create, edit, test, and deliver learning content and adapt emerging pedagogical strategies to current and ongoing projects of moderate scope. This role will co-lead committees or projects and will serve as a liaison with the greater campus and UC community to ensure learner-centered, authentic, interactive online learning activities that align with UCEAP and industry best practices. Requires independent work and collaboration within cross-functional teams to facilitate high-impact projects and programs aligned with UCEAP's Vision, Mission, and Strategic Goals.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Two or more years of work experience in instructional design, online education, faculty support, consultation, or related fields; or equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
Working knowledge of instructional design principles, processes and learning theories including needs analysis, backwards design, adult learning theory, outcomes and assessments design, and instructional approaches such as f2f, hybrid, microlearning, lecture, and other activities.
Working knowledge of technical tools and platforms required to achieve the delivery of engaging and media-rich online learning content, including but not limited to Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Camtasia.
Technical aptitude and open-mindedness to learn to use new software and hardware tools and platforms as needed to deliver efficient and engaging online content.
Ability to adhere to organization branding, policies, and procedures impacting online course development.
Thorough understanding of workload prioritization and how projects may impact work being done on other courses or within other organizational teams.
Proficiency in analytical, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, collaboration and negotiation skills.
Working knowledge of organization policies and procedures, including policies that impact online course development.
Working knowledge of adult learning theories and education methodologies.
Working knowledge of e-learning strategies including but not limited to courses (e.g., processes and technologies, etc.)
Proficiency in planning, resourcing and monitoring effective design life cycles of training and other learning and performance solutions to support the organization.
Special Conditions of Employment
The UCEAP Systemwide Office is located in Goleta, CA (near the UCSB campus). Type of work arrangement eligibility: Hybrid. On-site presence will be required for leadership and staff meetings, delegation visits, training sessions, etc. The University is unable to pay or reimburse expenses prohibited by University policy, including travel expenses associated with commuting to the designated office.
Satisfactory conviction history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: M-F, 8am - 5pm Pacific Time or similar schedule during core hours
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Application review begins 7/8/25
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
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