Learning Designer

Grounded in learning theory, this role balances creativity with intentional design—bringing together pedagogical strategy, hands-on course production, and instructional technology support. Working within UWM Online’s established development processes, quality standards, and supported technology tools, the designer supports courses from initial review to program launch, and throughout ongoing refresh cycles. Success in this role requires strong collaboration and communication skills, careful attention to detail, comfort working within defined timelines, and the ability to apply professional judgment, data, and feedback to continuously improve the online learning experience for students.

• Maintains confidentiality of course materials and internal communications, adhering to FERPA requirements and demonstrating strong professional judgment. The role requires strong instructional design skills, proficiency with Canvas and instructional technologies, effective communication and collaboration with faculty, and the ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail. Candidates should apply data-informed judgment, ensure consistent and high-quality course materials, and demonstrate solid knowledge of accessibility standards including ADA, WCAG 2.1, and UDL.

quality online education. Offering more than 50 fully online degrees and certificates and nearly 400 online courses, UWM Online provides accessible, engaging learning experiences supported by award##
** Compensation:** $60,000 - $67,000/annually. Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.

Minimum two years of instructional design experience in higher education. Background teaching in higher education, particularly in online or technology-enhanced environments. Experience building courses in Canvas (or similar digital learning environment). Familiarity with student engagement tools that support interaction and active learning, including social annotation platforms. Knowledge of selecting and applying open educational resources (OER), including licensing, attribution, and copyright considerations.

Experience applying accessibility standards in online course design.

Experience with online course templates, development cycles, and instructional design processes used in higher education Understanding of academic policies, faculty governance structures, and online quality standards within a university or higher education setting

Experience with , and ability to, work independently and collaboratively within structured development environments. for this position. For each qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the
* In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
* The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds.

UWMis one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. UWMoffers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an  including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.

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