Instructional Design Lead

10-May-2022

University Administration

58383BR

Position Description

Job Summary

The LabXchange (LXC) program has an immediate opening for an Instructional Design Lead to create modular, interactive, and inclusive online curricula and teacher training programs, applying data science to real-world challenges. LXC provides valuable digital content to science educators and students across the globe through an online community, and curates and creates digital content that is delivered on a free online platform. Funded by a grant from the Department of Defense (DoD), the Co-Principal Investigators (PIs) are developing a sustainable, long-term solution to raising the level of preparedness for data science careers and national digital literacy broadly. Reporting to the Head of Content, and in close collaboration with the PIs, the Instructional Design Lead works with a team of creatives (illustrators and animators), software developers, and copyeditors to create high-quality interactive content aligned with secondary school standards (e.g., Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Vision and Change, Common Core, etc.)  for publication on the LabXchange platform. Using evidenced-based, student-centered pedagogies, the Instructional Design Lead develops interactive learning experiences that offer learners formative feedback and provide the motivation to keep trying when they are working on something challenging. Under the direction of the Head of Education and Programming, the Instructional Design Lead develops high school-oriented webinars, workshops, and community-based programming, and leads professional development workshops aimed at educators to drive the successful adoption and implementation of the curricular resources. In addition, the Instructional Design Lead provides project management, monitors the grant budget, effectively manages resources, and ensures the timely execution of grant deliverables; maintains project documentation for record-keeping

Please note: This is a grant-funded position with a term end date of 9/12/2025.  There is a possibility of extension based on business needs and funding.

Core Duties

• Collaborates with the faculty PIs, contributes to the concept, design, and development of online learning experiences; ensures the timely development and implementation of curriculum and project plans, balances existing practices, available resources, and opportunities for innovation
• Manages the online product lifecycle including market research, learning design, content launch, and reporting for product improvement
• Develops educator resources to integrate data science with existing high school STEM curricula and build educator capacity to confidently lead students in data science explorations.
• Works with secondary school educators to ensure alignment of the content curricular standards including NGSS, AP, Common Core
• Supervise contingent staff
• Additional duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications in order to be considered for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years teaching at the high school or college level in a STEM discipline, or related experience (Advanced degree may count towards years of related worked experience)

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Teaching in Life Sciences preferred and advanced degree.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Comfort working in highly matrixed environments.
• Strong understanding of effective approaches to online teaching and learning.
• Experience using learning technology tools and project management applications.
• Aptitude for learning and applying new technologies quickly and effectively.
• Ability to work consistently and constructively in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.
• Familiarity with and understanding of data science is a plus.

Additional Information

This is a benefits-eligible term appointment ending 9/12/2025, with the possibility of renewal based on business needs and continued funding.

Selected candidates may be asked to provide a writing sample, sample teaching materials, handouts, assignments, or presentations.

IMPORTANT NOTE: A cover letter is requested for this role. Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as a combined SINGLE DOCUMENT under the resume tab.

Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process.  All work must be performed in a state where Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT).

LabXchange is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

About LabXChange

LabXchange is an online community for learning, sharing, and collaboration. Labs are places of exploration and discovery for every field imaginable. In this spirit, LabXchange provides the opportunity for learners to discover, engage, and share what they learn. LabXchange curates and creates world-class digital content, delivered on a free, online platform that allows users to integrate their learning and research experiences. LabXchange gives educators, learners, and researchers the power to create, experiment, share and solve real-world problems as a community. Participation will always be free. To learn more, visit https://about.labxchange.org/ .

PLEASE NOTE: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found on the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Benefits: Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• A creative, high-energy, collaborative environment
• Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting on your first day
• University-funded retirement plans
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Transportation benefits to help with your daily commute
• Health and wellness discounts, memberships, and programs

 Additional benefits can be found at https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards

Job Function

General Administration

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

358057 Admin Pro/Indiv Contrib

Sub-Unit

Interfaculty Initiatives

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Appointment End Date

12-Sep-2025

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity

Schedule

Full time. Monday through Friday. 35 hours per week. 

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.