General Information
| Job Description | INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER 3 | Working Title | Instructional Designer |
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| Job Code | 006148 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Undergrad Medical Ed - D02005 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 06/01/2018 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Uses skills of instructional design and multimedia development as an experienced professional to help shape curricular content into coherent instructional modules that employ multimedia and a variety of interactive, web-based tools aimed at encouraging the engagement of students and other learners in knowledge acquisition. Demonstrates high degree of collaboration and diplomacy as well as problem analysis and creative solutions. Solves complex content or delivery related issues in collaboration with technical teams. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel. Normally receives little direction for ongoing course development assignments. |
Department Custom Scope
| The Instructional Designer for the UCR SOM's Office of Faculty Development will work collaboratively with faculty and the faculty development team in the planning, development, and delivery of high-quality learning experiences. The Instructional Designer will become part of the faculty development team and increase its capacity to work with faculty on improving teaching and learning in a fast-paced and dynamically changing medical school environment. The Instructional Designer supports the Office of Faculty Development in their mission to foster a culture that promotes excellence in teaching, fosters collaboration, and supports faculty in their efforts to explore innovative, evidence-informed teaching methods that generate student success. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Applies professional instructional design skills to articulate course design, apply learning objectives/outcomes, include supportive learning activities and assessments, and select appropriate technologies and tools to achieve academic goals. | 25 |
Consults with faculty and staff to determine methods for delivery of course content and effective use of technology that promotes learner engagement and knowledge acquisition.
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20 |
Supports faculty and staff in the creation of multimedia content, including interactive learning activities, video, or audio components, and oversees the production of course content according to an established schedule.
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15 |
| Deploys content on learning management platforms. | 10 |
| Monitors course progress during instructional term and resolves issues with faculty and teaching assistants and others. | 5 |
| Works in a collaborative manner with others in a diverse environment and at all levels in the organization to prioritize work assignments, conduct analysis, and develop recommendations. | 5 |
| Conducts appropriate job and task analyses in the context of instructional design of technical or specialized training. | 10 |
Actively seeks out knowledge of new and emerging learning technologies.
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10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Thorough knowledge of functional area and understands how work within one course may impact work being done on other courses or in other areas. | Required |
| Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. | Required |
| Strong analytical, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and strong collaboration and negotiation skills. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of organization policies and procedures, including policies that impact online course development. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of instructional design principles and learning strategies, including needs analysis, backwards design, learning outcomes and assessment design, and instructional approaches including lecture, discussion, activities, projects, etc. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of the technical tools and platforms required to achieve the delivery of engaging and media-rich online learning content, and of trends in the use and effectiveness of educational technology and learning. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge and skills with relevant business software systems. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of applying adult learning theories and educational methodologies. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of e-learning strategies including but not limited to courses (e.g., processes and technologies, etc.). | Required |
| Advanced level skills in application of planning, resourcing and monitoring of effective design life cycles of training and other learning and performance solutions to support the organization. | Required |
| Knowledge to conduct appropriate job and task analyses in the context of instructional design of technical or specialized training. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Occasional travel to various SOM locations on and off campus. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| GeneralSupervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |