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Kaplan is seeking a Learning Experience Designer to collaborate with university faculty in designing engaging online courses that integrate best pedagogical practices and innovative learning technologies, primarily focused on biological and medical sciences.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include collaborating with faculty to develop digital learning products, applying instructional design best practices, and managing multiple course development projects to ensure timely delivery with high pedagogical value.

Skills: Required skills include expertise in instructional design methodologies, knowledge of learning management systems, and strong communication skills for collaboration in a remote environment.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field, experience with Canvas LMS, and familiarity with WCAG 2.1 accessibility requirements.

Location: This position is fully remote and can be done nationwide in the USA.

Compensation: $64000 - $100000 / Annually

Job Title 

Learning Experience Designer, Pre-Lum & MSP

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Learning Experience Designer, Pre-Lum and MSP, will partner with members of the Innovation Product team and university faculty to design and deliver online non-credit program experiences and for-credit courses that motivate, delight, and provide significant learning value to students across the globe, while satisfying university stakeholder concerns and adapting to business needs. They will also serve as a subject matter lead for biological and medical courses within the portfolio. Successful LX Designers have demonstrated experience in instructional design; thrive in a collaborative, remote work environment; possess strong written and oral communication skills; be technologically adaptive; and have the ability to prioritize diverse tasks in order to meet deadlines.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty at partner universities to guide course development and design best-of-their-kind digital learning products. Apply pedagogical best practices and learning design methodology to design a variety of course types, from engaging short courses for teenagers to graduate-level for credit courses. 
• Steer project towards on-time delivery by building and maintaining strong working relationships with key stakeholders in our partner institutions and with cross-functional team-members. 
• Conceptualize instructional and interactive content in alignment with the learning objectives.
• Use AI-assisted authoring tools to generate initial drafts of instructional content. 
• Review, revise, and curate AI drafted content for clarity, tone and pedagogical accuracy and ensure content aligns with learning objectives and course narrative, particularly for medicine and biology related courses. 
• Apply biological sciences and/or medical subject-matter expertise to maintain and enhance the pedagogical accuracy and coherence of related course content.
• Use educational technology tools to create engaging and interactive online instructional content in the Learning Management System in a way that is logical, intuitive, and visually appealing.
• Maintain and continuously update a strong working knowledge of learning design and development trends, tools, and technology.
• Manage the delivery of multiple learning projects to ensure the product is delivered on time and in full compliance with contractual obligations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5+ years experience in applying learning science and instructional design methodologies.
• Subject-matter expertise in the biological and/or medical sciences 
• Track record of designing, developing, and/or implementing high impact digital/online learning programs using various technologies and innovative approaches.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS), digital media platforms, and other digital learning tools 
• Possess the EQ skills to work effectively with strong personalities, university faculty who have differing views regarding curriculum and course design, and those who may be new/resistant to digital teaching methods.
• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 accessibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in specifically-relevant education valued
• Canvas experience valued

Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

- Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance

- Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)

- Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members

- Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment

- Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards.

For full-time positions, Kaplan has two Salary Grades. This position is Salary Grade B: $64,000 - $100,000. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal and state wage laws.

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Location

Remote/Nationwide, USA

Additional Locations 

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area 

Content/Material Creation

Business Unit

00091 Kaplan Higher ED

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.