Global Science & Technology, Inc (GST), a growing scientific and high technology company, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instructional Designer to directly support the Applied Remote Sensing Training (ARSET) program at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.
The ARSET program enables organizations engaged in water, disasters, land, climate, and air quality management to apply NASA Earth Science Data. The project works directly with agencies and policy makers to develop online and in-person trainings that teach users around the globe how to access, visualize, and apply NASA Earth Science Data in their professional area.
The position is located at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD, with some time required onsite, but also includes some flexibility for teleworking and alternative work schedules.
Position Summary:
The responsibilities of the Instructional Designer will be to work with ARSET programmatic staff, trainers, and subject matter experts to improve the development of training curricula, including interactive web-based learning modules for asynchronous multimedia (stand-alone, web-delivered); synchronous-remote (live instructor-led, web-delivered); and in-person learning on scientific topics. This would entail assisting trainers in defining training goals, defining learning objectives, designing training content, and determining appropriate training delivery methods.
The instructional designer will assess the effectiveness and efficiency of instruction; review existing instructor-led curriculum materials (courses, methods, materials, content); recommend new training technologies (e.g., learning management systems, emerging technologies); and consult with instructor staff to improve instructional strategies and methodologies and course and delivery techniques. The instructional designer will also review student feedback surveys and consult on course improvements to address feedback.
The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continuous learning and strong problem-solving, communication (both oral and written), and interpersonal skills. The candidate must be able to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment, be well-organized and able to handle multiple assignments, be willing to take initiative, and be constantly improving his/her Instructional Design tradecraft.
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Selected applicants will be subject to a government background investigation.
GST offers competitive salaries; vacation, sick, and holiday leave; major medical, dental, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance; 401K retirement plan; tuition assistance; and opportunities for employee career growth and development.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation and gender identity. GST is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.