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Harvard University Learning Experience Designer in Cambridge, Massachusetts
66918BRAuto req ID:66918BRJob Code:I1956P IT Multimedia Prof II Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Learning Experience DesignerSub-Unit:Division of Continuing Education Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :056Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:
3 plus years of work experience in one of the following: online course development, instructional design, instructional technology, project management, preferred.
Experience teaching in an online environment as a primary instructor or TA.
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) preferred.
Demonstrated strong project management skills with several examples of projects managed from start to conclusion. Ability to independently manage quality and timeliness of project assets.
Demonstrated understanding and execution of UX/UI principles. Professional or educational background in instructional design and/or UI/UX design is a plus.
Strong technical skills/fluency. You need not be a programmer, but you should be a tinkerer who feels comfortable exploring new platforms, software and web environments and getting the most out of them.
Demonstrated expertise in an area/s of multimedia or audio visual production (e.g. graphic design, photography, animation, video editing, etc.)
Strong analytical skills. Ability to creatively problem-solve and think outside the box.
Growth mindset and commitment to learning; ability to take initiative to learn new tools and methodologies, and proactively seek opportunities to develop skills.
Ability to work well with others. Experience with lateral management (managing peers, coordinating projects across teams and individuals) is crucial.
Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment.
Canvas or other modern LMS experience
Additional Information:
We will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
A cover letter is highly encouraged for consideration.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Department:Division of Continuing EducationPre-Employment Screening:Identity Schedule:Monday-Friday, 9-5pmJob Function:Information Technology School/Unit:Faculty of Arts and Sciences EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Working Conditions:
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Position Description:
The Harvard University Division of Continuing Education (DCE) seeks a creative, energetic, innovative, driven, and technically-capable person who is passionate about working with Harvard faculty to create highly engaging and effective learning experiences that model for the world what online and blended education can be. The Learning Experience Designer reports to the Manager of Learning Experience Design within the Course Design team in the Department of Teaching and Learning. Among the responsibilities of the Course Design team are:
to work closely with instructors teaching in a variety of course formats including in-person, online only, and in-person with online students;
to design courses and/or specific course elements that effectively support a very broad audience of adult part-time students with widely varying academic preparation, significant time constraints, and demanding learning goals;
to use the advantages of the online environment to offer course material and support in ways that cannot be done in a brick-and-mortar classroom;
to collaborate with technology, software, and media production teams to develop new tools, methods, and practices for online education;
and to develop a social and academic community for DCE students to enrich their experience and connection to Harvard and each other.
The course design team is supported by talented video production and software development teams, a vibrant online course delivery platform, visionary leadership, and outstanding Harvard faculty and their teaching assistants.
Duties & Responsibilities Include:
Participation in the design and development of engaging learning experiences from inception to completion. This will require working with faculty members and others on the application of instructional design and backwards design principles, learning theories, multimedia development, and simulation technologies in the development of creative solutions that support active learning.
Collaboration with faculty members and teaching staff to build and implement exemplary learning objects, modules, assessments and activities, along with associated educational materials, for both synchronous and asynchronous learning.
Collaboration with faculty members and teaching staff to develop project charters, design and implement course websites, create formats for digital materials, and produce course design documents and interaction plans.
Project management of complex projects with multiple deliverables and deadlines, including establishment of timelines and workflows, creation and tracking of project documentation, and coordination amongst individual collaborators across teams.
Designing individualized interventions for courses in need of remediation to meet DCE quality standards.
Consulting with faculty on pedagogical and technological questions; Making recommendations for best practices in online education and identifying content and technology resources for online teaching and learning.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Work Format Details:
This position will be based in Cambridge, MA. Hybrid workplace models in place at DCE with a minimum of 2 days per week on campus. DCE or department may adjust these as necessary or appropriate.
Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
About Us:The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) comprises four academic units serving about 30,000 domestic and international students annually, which allow Harvard to meet the learning needs of intellectually curious and highly motivated students from high school through retirement. Established in 1910, the Harvard Extension School (HES) offers access to Harvard faculty for a diverse community of adult learners, enrolling about 15,000 students. HES offers over 1,000 open enrollment courses — 85 percent of which are accessible online — and provides flexibility through noncredit, undergraduate, and graduate courses, including degrees, certificates, and a premedical program. The Harvard Summer School, founded in 1871, offers around 450 credit and noncredit courses both on the Harvard Campus and online, catering to 10,000 high school, college, and adult learners. Additionally, it offers more than 15 international study abroad programs, hosting up to 300 students each summer. Harvard DCE Professional & Executive Development delivers over 140 noncredit programs annually, reaching more than 3,600 participants through online platforms and its executive development center in Cambridge. The Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement offers about 140 peer-taught courses to approximately 550 active members.