Senior Instructional Content Developer - Rollins School of Public Health

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Serves as project manager and oversees the development of instructional materials.
• May supervise project staff.
• Serves as liaison with outside agencies in the development of instructional materials.
• Works with faculty to develop instructional materials (both continuing education and for graduate credit) for delivery in traditional face-to-face, web-based, and CD-ROM/DVD environments.
• Researches and develops case studies based on relevant subject matter or events for delivery using computer and distance learning technologies.
• Works in collaboration with multimedia developers to develop instructional materials.
• Assists faculty in integrating instructional technologies in their classrooms.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

 

This position will serve as an instructional content developer (also known as “instructional designer”) for the Executive MPH (EMPH) program.

The EMPH program is the distance-based MPH at the Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH) designed specifically for working professionals. The current model utilizes a blended format where students in the Executive MPH program attend on-campus long weekends (Fri-Sat-Sun) at the Emory campus in Atlanta at the beginning and end of each semester. All course work between these on-campus weekends is asynchronous and facilitated using the Canvas learning management system. Starting in August 2023, new students to the program will enroll in a 100% online program. The hybrid and online programs will run simultaneously for the next two years after which point we anticipate running only the 100% online version. Every year, the EMPH program offers approximately 40 courses, taught by 25 instructors. This position will join two additional instructional designers to form the instructional design (ID) team. The ID team works closely with EMPH faculty to develop/revise EMPH courses as well as monitor and maintain them during the semester offered.

In addition to course development, this position will also provide extensive administrative and technical support to courses. IDs in the EMPH program may assist faculty by uploading course content into the learning management system (LMS); liaise with the library to ensure course reserves and/or journal articles are available for students; give first line technical assistance to EMPH staff, faculty and students; monitor courses for student performance and faculty engagement; assist, consult, and provide guidance to faculty regarding appropriate technology usage for student instruction and learning; monitor courses on weekends; and in general remain engaged with each course as it is taught. This position requires occasional attendance and participation in evening and weekend activities. The position also engages in more conventional instructional design activities such as training faculty in the technology and pedagogy of online learning. This position provides technical assistance for webinars for student recruitment, thesis support sessions and other student programming (e.g., lectures by public health leaders). The position collaborates on the development of new curricula and/or courses for the EMPH program. The position is expected to stay abreast of current developments in distance learning and instructional technology.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, or related field and five years of adult education experience OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
• The ability to manage multiple projects; strong oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact with both faculty and staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Current knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Instructional design experience in higher education settings.
  
• Knowledge of instructional design principles for non-traditional adult learners.
  
• Experience with Canvas learning management system.
  
• Experience with lecture capture software (e.g., Panopto).
  
• Proficiency with Zoom or other similar web conferencing software for webinars and/or instructional sessions.
  
• Experience with Camtasia, Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360, or similar authoring software.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
  
• Basic knowledge of HTML editing and coding.
  
• Experience designing instructional materials that confirm to accepted accessibility standards.
  
• Knowledge of current technology applications for instruction.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a team.
  
• Excellent written/oral communication skills.
  
• Detail-oriented perspective.

 

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department of work.  Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

The COVID-19 vaccine or an approved exemption is currently only required for individuals working in a clinical setting. For more information on the University or Hospital policies, including exemptions, please see our website.

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