Developer, E-Learning (Student Learning & Engagement, UA Libraries)

The University of Arizona's department of Student Learning & Engagement invites you to apply to the role of Developer, E-Learning. The eLearning Developer collaborates with subject matter experts and other library staff to create a wide range of eLearning content for the libraries, using the latest instructional design methods. Audiences for this eLearning include students, library staff, UA instructors, and wider audiences, as well as community members who use CATalyst Studios and Special Collections.

The eLearning Developer position is a member of the Strategies for Teaching and Research (STAR) unit in the Student Learning and Engagement Department. The STAR unit empowers upper-division undergraduate and graduate students with information literacy skills and research support throughout their academic and professional journeys. The STAR mission is twofold: empowering upper-division undergraduate and graduate students with information literacy support throughout their academic and professional journeys, and collaborating with library staff in transforming content into engaging online instruction. By advancing innovative instructional design practices and eLearning practices, STAR extends the impact of UA Libraries' teaching and partnerships across the University. Recognizing the importance of a seamless student learning cycle, STAR provides a framework that integrates course-embedded research instruction, instructional design initiatives, and co-curricular programming. Our approach ensures UA Libraries' teaching and services aligns with campus needs and fosters academic success.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment in conversation with the supervisor. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The Student Learning and Engagement department at the University of Arizona Libraries supports student success by connecting students with resources, services, and learning opportunities that strengthen their academic experience. The department promotes student learning, research skills, and engagement through library services and educational support that help students navigate their academic journey.

Tutorial/Instructional Design Support:

• Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other library staff to create a wide range of content for library tutorials. This includes animation or screencast videos, audio voice-overs, interactive websites, quizzes, other types of interactive learning content, and forms that use conditional logic.
• Integrate tutorials in the LMS (Brightspace).
• Integrate and edit icons, images, stock photos, and other design elements for use within the online learning environment.
• Collaborate across library departments to create tutorials for their needs. This includes Special Collections, HSL Tucson, Research Engagement, and TeSS.
• Maintain a central repository of tutorials (on website and D2L) and make sure it meets best practices for usability and accessibility in partnership with the Instructional Design and eLearning Strategist.
• Design, edit, and update the library research FAQs in collaboration with RISE.
• Consultative technical support for Teaching Tools Hub.
• Keep current on the latest standards, changes, and trends in eLearning.

Emerging Technologies:

• Keep current with new tools and technologies for creating instructional content.
• Experiment with new ideas and techniques for meeting instructional goals in innovative ways.
• Assist in the maintenance of tutorials and guides about generative AI.
• Collaborate with UAL subject matter experts and the Instructional Design Librarian to develop training for UAL Librarians teaching information literacy and library research with generative AI.

Strategies for Teaching and Research Unit Member:

• Actively participates in unit-wide projects, planning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with the STAR's mission and vision.
• Identifies gaps in current online instructional or research support for upper-division and graduate student groups and collaborates on interventions.
• Fosters strong collaborative partnerships with the RISE unit to scaffold research skill development across the student learning lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to apply advanced knowledge of instructional design to create effective learning objects, using responsive design for mobile & desktop.
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and ability to apply them to create clear, engaging, and accessible online learning materials.
• Ability to apply basic HTML coding knowledge.
• Skilled at staying current with emerging technologies including generative AI for education and library research.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education Technology, Instructional Design, or related academic discipline, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• 5 years of eLearning development work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience staying current with and applying emerging practices related to generative AI in education.
• Experience using and interpreting web analytics for online tutorials or courses.
• Experience conducting and applying user research and user experience methods.
• Experience with usability testing of online learning tools and objects.
• Experience with advanced video editing.
• Experience working directly with Subject Matter Experts in the development of learning objects.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems, such as D2L.
• Experience creating learning objects and videos with elearning tools such as Articulate Rise and Vyond.