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Position Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of
Massachusetts Boston invites applications for a full-time, benefitted,
non‑tenure track lecturer position to lead our Instructional Design and
Critical and Creative Thinking programs. Consistent with UMass Boston's
mission as an urban public research university, the College seeks an
equity‑minded educator who will contribute to preparing educators, designers,
learning professionals from diverse backgrounds who can advance
justice‑centered, inclusive, and innovative organizations and learning
environments.
Candidates should have academic and practice-based experience in Instructional
Design or a closely related field. Candidates should be able to provide
evidence of high-quality teaching practice at the higher education level in
different modalities. Preferred candidates will have experience directing an
Instructional Design or Critical & Creative Thinking program. Ideal candidates
will be well-versed in Artificial Intelligence (AI) best practices in
teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will teach graduate courses while also serving as
Graduate Program Director, contributing to program development, supervising
internships, mentoring part-time faculty, and advising students in both
programs.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching (Primary Role): Four courses per semester with one course
release for serving as Graduate Program Director.
Teach courses in areas such as:
Instructional design models and learning theory
Online and hybrid learning environments
Multimedia development and authoring tools
Learning experience (LX) and user‑centered design
Assessment and evaluation of learning
Critical Thinking
Develop accessible, inclusive, and evidence‑based instructional materials
aligned with CEHD's commitments to equity and social justice.
Provide mentoring, academic advising, and support to graduate students
from admissions through graduation.
Curriculum & Program Development
Collaborate with faculty to design, revise, and assess curriculum for
Instructional Design and Critical and Creative Thinking programs.
Explore collaborations with other programs.
Support development of innovative courses, certificates, or micro-
credentials reflecting emerging trends such as learning analytics,
AI‑supported design, information literacy, game-based teaching, and
metacognition.
Build connections with industry and community partners.
Supervise student internships.
Service & Instructional Innovation
Contribute to CEHD and departmental committees consistent with
expectations across UMass Boston lecturer roles.
Participate in community‑engaged initiatives aligned with the university's
urban and public mission.
Maintain current knowledge of research and best practices in instructional
design, learning technologies, inclusive pedagogy, and critical and
creative thinking.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences,
Educational Technology, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated successful face-to-face and online teaching experience at the
college/ university level.
Practical instructional design experience in higher education, K–12,
nonprofit, or corporate learning settings.
Proficiency with multiple learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard,
Canvas, D2L, Moodle, etc.) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360,
H5P).
Evidence of commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving a diverse urban
student population.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree (completed or in progress) in a relevant field.
Experience in online course development or digital learning environments.
Expertise in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), learning analytics,
and emerging educational technologies.
Demonstrated success supporting multilingual, racially, and culturally
diverse learners.
Affiliations with relevant professional and scholarly associations and
organizations.
Appointment Details
This faculty position is full-time, benefited, and non‑tenure track ,
consistent with UMass Boston lecturer appointments.
Annual renewal is based on performance, program needs, and funding.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit:
Cover letter describing qualifications, teaching philosophy, and ways
their teaching would advance our college mission.
Curriculum vitae
Sample instructional design work or teaching materials
Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available
Contact information for three professional references
Review of applications will begin on June 1 and continue until the
position is filled.
UMass Boston expects to pay within an approximate range between $60,000 and
$67,500 for this position.
The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based
on the consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend
an offer of employment.
UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are
provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable
accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected] or 617-287-5150.
Position Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of
Massachusetts Boston invites applications for a full-time, benefitted,
non‑tenure track lecturer position to lead our Instructional Design and
Critical and Creative Thinking programs. Consistent with UMass Boston's
mission as an urban public research university, the College seeks an
equity‑minded educator who will contribute to preparing educators, designers,
learning professionals from diverse backgrounds who can advance
justice‑centered, inclusive, and innovative organizations and learning
environments.
Candidates should have academic and practice-based experience in Instructional
Design or a closely related field. Candidates should be able to provide
evidence of high-quality teaching practice at the higher education level in
different modalities. Preferred candidates will have experience directing an
Instructional Design or Critical & Creative Thinking program. Ideal candidates
will be well-versed in Artificial Intelligence (AI) best practices in
teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will teach graduate courses while also serving as
Graduate Program Director, contributing to program development, supervising
internships, mentoring part-time faculty, and advising students in both
programs.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching (Primary Role): Four courses per semester with one course
release for serving as Graduate Program Director.
Teach courses in areas such as:
Instructional design models and learning theory
Online and hybrid learning environments
Multimedia development and authoring tools
Learning experience (LX) and user‑centered design
Assessment and evaluation of learning
Critical Thinking
Develop accessible, inclusive, and evidence‑based instructional materials
aligned with CEHD's commitments to equity and social justice.
Provide mentoring, academic advising, and support to graduate students
from admissions through graduation.
Curriculum & Program Development
Collaborate with faculty to design, revise, and assess curriculum for
Instructional Design and Critical and Creative Thinking programs.
Explore collaborations with other programs.
Support development of innovative courses, certificates, or micro-
credentials reflecting emerging trends such as learning analytics,
AI‑supported design, information literacy, game-based teaching, and
metacognition.
Build connections with industry and community partners.
Supervise student internships.
Service & Instructional Innovation
Contribute to CEHD and departmental committees consistent with
expectations across UMass Boston lecturer roles.
Participate in community‑engaged initiatives aligned with the university's
urban and public mission.
Maintain current knowledge of research and best practices in instructional
design, learning technologies, inclusive pedagogy, and critical and
creative thinking.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences,
Educational Technology, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated successful face-to-face and online teaching experience at the
college/ university level.
Practical instructional design experience in higher education, K–12,
nonprofit, or corporate learning settings.
Proficiency with multiple learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard,
Canvas, D2L, Moodle, etc.) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360,
H5P).
Evidence of commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving a diverse urban
student population.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree (completed or in progress) in a relevant field.
Experience in online course development or digital learning environments.
Expertise in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), learning analytics,
and emerging educational technologies.
Demonstrated success supporting multilingual, racially, and culturally
diverse learners.
Affiliations with relevant professional and scholarly associations and
organizations.
Appointment Details
This faculty position is full-time, benefited, and non‑tenure track ,
consistent with UMass Boston lecturer appointments.
Annual renewal is based on performance, program needs, and funding.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit:
Cover letter describing qualifications, teaching philosophy, and ways
their teaching would advance our college mission.
Curriculum vitae
Sample instructional design work or teaching materials
Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available
Contact information for three professional references
Review of applications will begin on June 1 and continue until the
position is filled.
UMass Boston expects to pay within an approximate range between $60,000 and
$67,500 for this position.
The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based
on the consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend
an offer of employment.
UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are
provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable
accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected] or 617-287-5150.
