Rutgers University - Instructional Designer (Temporary)

Instructional Designer is needed in New Brunswick, United States.

Client: Rutgers University

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Contract: Temporary, Seasonal

Job Description

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.

The position is part-time, with working hours of 19.5 hours per week, and is classified as nonexempt with a salary range of $30.00 - $35.00 hourly.

Requirements

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.

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.

Additional Information

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

Work Arrangement

This position is temporary with a weekly commitment of 19.5 hours. The specific daily work shift is during the day.

Posting Dates

Posting Open Date: 09/26/2025

Posting Close Date: 10/10/2025

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon the 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.