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Rutgers University

Instructional Designer (Temporary)

New Brunswick, United States

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Posting Number

25TM0387

Department

Mason Gross Sch Arts-Deans Ofc

Overview

Mason Gross School of the Arts is a vibrant community of artists and scholars committed to pursuing excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Its mission is to create socially relevant art, foster diverse programming and curricula, cultivate community partnerships, and advance the arts through teaching, creative activity, advocacy, and research that contributes to the public good. Comprising 1200 undergraduate and graduate students across programs in music, theater, dance, filmmaking, and art & design, Mason Gross is housed within Rutgers–New Brunswick, a premier Big Ten research university that serves some 50,000 students and is the flagship campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The nation’s eighth oldest institution of higher learning, Rutgers reflects the diversity of New Jersey, which is one of the most diverse states in the nation. The Rutgers–New Brunswick campus is located less than an hour by train or car to New York City and the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore and is just over an hour to Philadelphia.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Instructional Designer (Temporary) for Mason Gross School of the Arts – Dean’s Office. This position reports directly to the Head of Instructional Design and Technology.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

Collaborates with content creators and educators to design and builds a series of asynchronous professional development and co-curricular modules within the Rutgers University learning platform, Canvas.
Advises content creators on best practices to cultivate student engagement and active learning.
Helps content creators to consider principles of University Design for Learning in developing the asynchronous content.
Ensures that all Canvas content meets current accessibility laws.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

$30.00 - $35.00/hourly

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status

Part Time

Working Hours

19.5

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design or related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in online course design and development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design theory and practice.
Substantial working knowledge of educational technology tools for engaging pedagogy and assessment within a learning management system.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a service-oriented, supportive environment, as well as managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and skills in communication, presentation design and delivery, and data collection and analysis.
Familiarity with Canvas LMS and Adobe Premier Pro.

Preferred Qualifications

Instructional technology support for academia.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Fast-paced office environment.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date

09/26/2025

Posting Close Date

10/10/2025

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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