Instructional Designer & Learning Technology Specialist

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Position Title:

Instructional Designer & Learning Technology Specialist

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Instructional and Media Designer

Job Duties:

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a collaborative and innovative Instructional Designer & Learning Technology Specialist to support the READY RURAL initiative. This position serves as the lead for instructional design, educational technology, digital learning, and multimedia development, partnering with faculty and subject matter experts to transform content into engaging, accessible, and workforce-focused learning experiences.

In this role, you will design and develop high-quality instructional materials for online, hybrid, face-to-face, simulation, mobile, and partner-based learning environments. You will create innovative learning resources that support rural healthcare education, including topics such as telehealth, virtual care, remote patient monitoring, behavioral health, home-based care, interprofessional practice, care coordination, and workforce readiness. The position also supports the development of stackable credentials, continuing education offerings, faculty development resources, and workforce training programs.

The successful candidate will provide consultation and support to faculty and staff on instructional technologies, digital learning tools, accessibility, and inclusive teaching practices. Responsibilities include developing multimedia resources such as instructional videos, simulations, interactive learning modules, digital toolkits, and tutorials, while ensuring all learning materials meet quality and accessibility standards.

This position also plays a key role in managing instructional design and media development projects by coordinating timelines, maintaining documentation and reusable resources, training faculty and project personnel on educational technologies, and supporting the collection and interpretation of data to continuously improve learning experiences and program effectiveness.

Universities of Wisconsin also offers an extremely competitive benefits package for 2026 that includes:

• Health plans, currently starting at $45 per month.

• 176 hours of vacation per year (prorated for start date).

• 36 hours of personal holiday, and 9 legal holidays (prorated for start date).

• 176 Hours of sick leave for first 18 months. After this period, employees can earn up to 96 hours per fiscal year. Accumulates without limit and does not expire.

• Paid parental leave after six months of continuous employment.

• Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with 7.2% employer contribution for 2026.

All employment benefits are subject to change. A full list of current benefits and eligibility requirements can be found on our website.

This position is funded through the READY RURAL grant and is initially offered as a one-year fixed-term appointment. The appointment is renewable annually for up to four years, contingent upon continued grant funding, satisfactory performance, and program needs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Applies project management principles to course or media design such as defining project scope, establishing milestones, and tracking progress

• Provides pedagogical consultation services for instructors and staff on instructional toolsand technologies, best practices for digital instructional content, and institutional initiatives

• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with instructors and other academic staff to advance excellence in teaching and learning

• Reviews courses, media, or other learning products for quality using industry standardsand accessibility best practices

• Trains and supports instructors and staff to leverage technology and teach implement pedagogy effectively

• Works with campus partners across pre-production, production, and post-production stages of media development for implementation in courses and other campusinitiatives

• Creates and maintains documentation on pedagogy, course or media design, templates, instructional technologies, and curates a library of shareable resources

• Designs and develops learning activities and course content using instructional technologies to foster inclusive and equitable student experiences

Department:

College of Nursing, Health Professions and STEM

Compensation:

Starting at $60,000 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Learning Design, Media Production, Healthcare Education, or related field

• Experience designing online, hybrid, technology-enhanced, or multimedia learning experiences.

• Experience with learning management systems, digital learning tools, instructional technologies, or media production tools.

• Experience consulting with faculty, instructors, trainers, or subject matter experts.

• Strong project management, communication, organization, and technical problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, learning sciences, curriculum and instruction, healthcare education, or related field.

• Experience supporting healthcare education, simulation-based education, workforce development, continuing education, or academic-practice training.

• Experience with tools such as Canvas, Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, H5P, video platforms, virtual simulation tools, or similar systems.

• Experience with accessibility standards, Universal Design for Learning, inclusive pedagogy, and AI-assisted instructional design.

• Experience supporting telehealth, digital health, Virtual Care, or simulation learning environments.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 8/24/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.