Job Description

What You'll Do

The Center for Academic Innovation at the University of Michigan is looking for a qualified Learning Experience Designer Senior (Faculty Development) to support our degree programs through design and faculty development. You will support academic units with the development of online degree programs by supporting faculty through a variety of modalities to facilitate quality online learning experiences. You will report to the Learning Experience Design Lead and also work with the Director of Blended and Online Learning Experience Design. 

Who We Are

The Center for Academic Innovation is where creativity and the University of Michigan's aspirations for societal impact combine to reimagine the future of higher education. Through curricular innovation, educational data and research, and educational technology, we position U-M as a global leader in academic innovation to create and inspire change in higher education and to promote an engaged and informed society. 

About the Online Learning Domain 

The Learning Experience Design Team design team supports course design and iteration for online and hybrid degree programs at U-M, and a range of ongoing activities related to the operation of existing programs. We work with faculty and academic unit leaders to envision how they can expand the reach and effect, promote teaching, and support greater access and lifelong learning through the design, and iteration of integrated online learning experiences. 

For more information, please visit our website: Academic Innovation. 

Responsibilities*

Online Faculty Development 

Faculty Experience 

Online Course Design 

Required Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Please Note: This is a 5 year term limited position with the possibility of renewal depending on funding.

The mode of work for this position is Hybrid. The work requirements for this position allow both onsite and offsite work and you will have an expected regular and recurring onsite presence. On occasion, you may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by our center's policy and domain leadership or by your job requirements.

Excellent benefits are available, for details, see http://benefits.umich.edu/ 

Salary Information 

The salary for this position will be based on your education and experience. 

The general salary range for this position is $75,000 - $83,000. You can expect to be paid a great compensation package. Factors used to determine salary include education level, experience for the position and internal equity within the unit. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor agreement and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

The Center for Academic Innovation (CAI) is committed to inclusion in our organizational work, culture, climate, and the products we create. We aim to recruit a diverse team as a reflection of our commitment to our work designing equitable and inclusive learning and work environments that are necessary for the university community to make progress on solving societal challenges. CAI draws on each of our team member's unique backgrounds and experiences to guide our everyday work in the center, and our team collaborates with students, staff, and faculty on projects that center our commitment to DEIJ work. All interested applicants, including those from groups historically marginalized by educational privilege, are encouraged to apply. 

Organizational Statement on Harassment

We believe all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and have the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and a safe space for collaboration. Any concerns shared with Individuals with Reporting Obligations in the Center for Academic Innovation will be reported to the Equity, Civil Rights, & Title IX Office to be reviewed and addressed, and the Center for Academic Innovation encourages reporting of any forms of harassment including sexual and gender-based harassment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Decision Making Process

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled. 

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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