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Instructional Technologist 1, Instructional Design, Carl H. Lindner College of B

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, United States


Instructional Technologist 1, Instructional Design, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, Hybrid

Posting Start Date: 3/27/26. Work Arrangement: Hybrid.

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.

Job Overview
Provide support and resources for current and new online, in‑person, and/or hybrid courses. Ensure support and knowledge materials are consistent with sound instructional design principles and standards. Work closely with service owners for learning technology, systems, and resources.

This position will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office/2 days work from home) for those with a residence within OH/IN/KY following 90 days of training. Residence must be in the tri‑state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

Create support guidance, knowledge resources, and documented best practices for online tools and courses, e.g. LMS, digital text, graphics, animation, audio, and video.

Develop multimedia and/or computer‑based interactive instruction applications and material that include elements such as moving video, sound, computer animation, and text for faculty use in classes, as well as for departmental needs. Use a variety of technologies including greenscreen and lightboard in Lindner production studio.

Function as a recorder, producer, director, and editor for multimedia projects ensuring coordination of all media and technical elements including narration, computer graphics, audio and visual effects, recording, mixing and transmission as appropriate to the project. Upload finished product into UC’s enterprise video and recording repository software or other service as requested.

Coordinate with subject matter experts to develop knowledge resources and best practices to support the delivery of online and in‑person courses, including LMS support.

Review all online and in‑person course content for accuracy and logical flow.

Keep current with accessibility issues, compatibility issues and emerging technologies as appropriate for online learning materials and management systems. Conduct testing of new tools and features to provide guidance to the community.

Consult with faculty, staff and students to document how technology is being used, particularly around best practices for multimedia content and development both in the production studio and on their own using UC’s enterprise video and recording repository software.

Maintain a collaborative relationship and open communication with the university community.

Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of the education requirement.

Required Experience
Demonstrated technology skills and ability with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other learning technology tools.

Additional Qualifications Considered

Demonstrated technology skills and ability with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other learning technology tools.

Possess a high level of competency in using a range of relevant software applications (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Camtasia, Articulate, etc.).

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan projects and meet deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to listen, respond, and relate to faculty and staff—explaining things clearly to people who may not be familiar with multimedia products.

Demonstrate teamwork and a willingness to share knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $47,800 – $53,182, dependent on the candidate’s experience.

Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans: As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18 % of your salary based on position.

Real Work‑Life Balance: UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy—vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days), and six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Additional Benefits: Competitive salary range of $47,800 – $53,182, comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription), flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, professional development & mentorship opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer
University of Cincinnati is an E‑Verify employer. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

UC is required to verify your employment eligibility via the Federal I‑9 process. If hired into this position, you will need to provide satisfactory proof of eligibility through acceptable, original forms of identification.

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