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Instructional Designer and Program Administrator, Comm Lab
  • Job Number: 26178
  • Functional Area: Academic (non-faculty)
  • Department: Technical Leadership and Comm Programs
  • School Area: Engineering
  • Pay Range Minimum: $68,540
  • Pay Range Maximum: $92,380
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 7


Posting Description

 

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER AND PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR, Technical Leadership and Comm Programs, combines instructional design (60%) and program administration (40%) and reports to the Comm Lab Associate Program Director. Will design, deliver, and assess inclusive, outcome-based curricula, workshops, and training materials for students, postdoctoral researchers, and Communication Fellows (peer coaches); coordinate professional development, maintain educational resources, advise instructors, and use feedback and data to improve programs; and oversee cross-departmental projects and events, strengthen program operations, track service metrics, and collaborate with MIT partners. The role may also support new departmental Communication Lab launches and provide interim management during staff absences.

 

The full job description is available, here: https://tlc.mit.edu/career-opportunities


 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of three years of relevant experience in a combination of program administration, project management, teaching, pedagogical design, STEM communication, or professional communication; success leading active, inclusive, outcome-based learning; excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders; and experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and conducting assessments. PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree in education, writing/rhetoric, STEM communication, a STEM field, or a related area, with relevant curriculum or program design experience in higher education; or advanced degree in instructional design and technology; or experience with scientific communication and website development or maintenance.

Occasional evening or weekend work and some domestic travel may be required.

Only applications with a cover letter will be considered.

10/23/2026