Part-Time AI Learning and Instructional Specialist

Department

THE O'NEILL SCHOOL - BL SPEA (BL-SPEA-IUBLA)

Department Information

The O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs works to build a better world by stewarding the development of welcoming societies, democratic governance, and a healthy, sustainable environment. With partners across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, we pursue education, scholarship, and civic engagement at the crossroads of policy, science, and management. We give our students the knowledge and skills to have a significant impact around the globe.

Our Values

• Excellence - Aiming to be the best in all that we do and developing the professional and personal capabilities necessary to improve the world through our work.
• Meaning and impact - Pursuing careers and service that add purpose and meaning to our lives, encouraging others to do so, and improving quality of life for individuals and societies.
• Ongoing learning - Continuously developing the skills, knowledge, experience, and sound judgment necessary for wise and informed decision-making.
• Well-being - Emphasizing the well-being and safety of individuals and the health of our natural environment as essential for thriving communities and well-functioning, just societies.

Job Summary

• Designs and develops applied, learner-centered course content and instructional materials related to artificial intelligence (AI), including syllabi, modules, assignments, and instructional guides. Focuses on creating practical, experience-based learning.
• Translates complex AI concepts into accessible, real-world learning experiences for non-technical audiences, including graduate students and faculty. Emphasizes practical application, use cases, and ethical considerations rather than coding or model development.
• Partners with faculty, academic leadership, and staff to align AI learning experiences with program goals and strategic priorities. Iteratively refines content based on feedback, emerging tools, and evolving instructional needs.
• Facilitates hands-on AI workshops and applied learning sessions for graduate students, providing real-time troubleshooting, workflow guidance, and support using AI tools and agents.
• Supports students in applying AI tools to project management workflows, including prompt development, AI-assisted analysis, and agent interaction.
• Guides students in applying AI tools to project-based work, including prompt development, AI-assisted analysis, and interaction with AI agents. Emphasizes workflow integration and decision support rather than technical system development.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years in related field.

Preferred

• 2 years working in higher education or collaborating with faculty and academic programs

SKILLS

Required

• Aptitude for working in an iterative pilot environment where tools, assignments, and instructional approaches for non-technical audiences may evolve during implementation.
• Demonstrated experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or applied AI tools and technologies.
• Experience developing instructional content, training materials, or curriculum.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Written and verbal clear and professional communications.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred

• Familiarity with instructional design principles and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas)

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This is a limited term position that will conclude upon completion of the project-specific tasks. The anticipated end date is December 2026.

Work Location

IU Bloomington, O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs

Advertised Salary

$16.00 to $25.00 per hour, with the final rate determined based on experience and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee

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