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Instructional Designer

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Reading
Jan 12, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS Penn StateBerks is seeking applications to fill an Instructional Designer position. The position will be supporting faculty instructional design needs atthe Penn StateBerks campus. RESPONSIBILITIES As an Instructional Designer, you will: Partner with faculty to design and enhance courses using effective learning strategies, multimedia, and educational technologies. Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and copyright guidelines. Provide one-on-one consultations and faculty support for instructional technologies and pedagogical best practices. Organize and lead professional development sessions and onboard new faculty on instructional tools. Research and recommend new instructional technologies, tools, and instructional approaches, including accessibility tools. Serve as a liaison with university-wide teaching and learning initiatives. QUALIFICATIONS Strong collaboration and consulting skills with faculty and staff. Expertise in multimedia development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Photoshop, Premiere, Camtasia, and/or Kaltura Mediaspace. Familiarity with learning management systems (Canvas preferred). Technical and pedagogical proficiency in creating e-learning content. Basic HTML knowledge and an understanding of graphic design principles. Experience with photography and multimedia production. Solid grasp of instructional design best practices for online, hybrid, and synchronous learning environments. Excellent project management and organizational skills. Ability to supervise student workers when needed. Experience with accessibility standards and tools. Creative problem-solving and a passion for innovative teaching solutions. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Master's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None To learn more about Penn State Berks, visit: www.berks.psu.edu BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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