Course Developer - Genetics

Course Designer - Genetics

Elmira College is a private liberal arts College located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Elmira College was the first college to offer a comprehensive curriculum for women, and is home of the Center for Mark Twain Studies. We are seeking a Genetics Course Designer to join the Academic Affairs team.

Elmira College is seeking an experienced Course Developer to design and build a fully online, high-quality 3000 level online genetics course. The course must meet established online quality standards, including alignment with the OSCQR Rubric.

This role requires a professional with both deep subject-matter expertise in genetics and demonstrated experience in online instructional design. The ideal candidate will create engaging, accessible, and pedagogically sound learning experiences that prepare pre-med students for academic success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design and develop a fully online, asynchronous 12-week genetics course aligned with MCAT competencies
• Ensure all course components meet OSCWR Rubric standards (course organization, accessibility, assessment, interaction, and learner support)
• Develop MCAT-style, passage-based assessments with detailed rationales
• Integrate multimedia learning elements (videos, animations, interactive activities) to support diverse learners
• Design opportunities or student engagement, interaction, and self-assessment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field (PhD preferred; Master's required)
• Demonstrated experience developing fully online courses in higher education or test preparation
• Working knowledge of the OSCQR Rubric and online course quality standards
• Experience with instructional design models
• Proven experience building courses in Canvas
• Expertise in core genetics concepts and MCAT-relevant topics
• Strong assessment design skills, particularly for standardized test preparation
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail

WORK LOCATION: Remote

COMPENSATION: $2,000 upon completion of course design.

This position is not benefit eligible.

STATUS: Exempt

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to hr@elmira.edu.

If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please contact the Office of Human Resources directly by emailing hr@elmira.edu, or by calling 607-735-1810.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

Elmira College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization or other non-merit factors.