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Closing Date:
11/04/2024
Type of Position:
Instructional Development
Job Type:
Regular
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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Department:
COM | IDHI Instructional Design
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Instructional Development Specialist I (IDS I) is part of the Institute for Digital Health and Innovation (IDHI) team and reports to the Assistant Director of Instructional Design, Education Program. This role involves creating educational content in both print and digital formats aligned with the Institute’s programs, contracts, and grant requirements. Collaborating with senior team members, the IDS I co-leads the development of training courses and curricula for healthcare professionals, patients, and the public while gaining experience working with subject matter experts and stakeholders to conduct needs assessments and establish learning objectives. Responsibilities include producing e-learning modules, webinars, in-person instruction, videos, and other educational resources. The IDS I utilizes adult learning principles and instructional design models such as ADDIE and SAM, ensuring best practices are applied across projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional technology, education, or communications PLUS 1-3 years of experience in adult learning program development or instructional design.
Knowledge, abilities and skills:
- Demonstrated ability to develop print and digital content for both large and small audiences in a clear and concise manner; familiarity with learning management systems such as Blackboard or similar applications; teaching web-based learning, faculty development, curriculum develop, health care education, case-based learning, and technical support experience is preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Articulate Storyline and Articulate RISE, VYond (or other animation software), Word Press, other video editing and/or other video editing and/or graphic design experience. Knowledge of Project Management principles and adult learning principles.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, project management, graphic design, video or photography skills.
- Ability to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate instructional design projects.
- Ability to work well with others and be an active team member.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Incorporate basic project management skills to complete projects.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in instructional technology, education, communication PLUS three (3+) years of experience in adult learning program development or instructional design.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Works under the direction of the Assistant Director and senior team members to develop training courses and curricula for healthcare professionals, patients, and the public. This involves collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to conduct needs analyses, determine effective delivery methods, establish learning objectives, create storyboards, write scripts, and develop educational content for various instructional products, including e-learning modules, webinars, in-person training, and videos.
Incorporates project management principles, adult learning methodologies, instructional design models such as ADDIE and SAM, and 508 accessibility standards to ensure high-quality outcomes that address the needs of adult learners.
- Collaborates with education team members to provide technical support for teleconferences and manage video content within the Institute’s learning management systems.
- Offers technical support during teleconferences, editing videos, and maintaining existing content.
- Contributes to marketing efforts for conferences and teleconferences by creating digital and print content and capturing photography and video footage to create highlight reels.
- Works as part of a team to assist with training programs and seminars as needed; maintains resource files on all project work; collaborates on marketing strategies and provides limited graphic design support, such as web graphics, flyers, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes