AI Instructional Designer Specialist_8+ yrs

Job Title:

Product Manager – Project-Based Learning (Higher Education)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Product Manager to lead the end-to-end design and development of project-based learning (PBL) courses for higher education students across domains like computer science, finance, biotech, management etc. The ideal candidate will combine strong instructional design capabilities with a practical understanding of industry needs and the academic KSA (Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes) framework. Advanced proficiency in AI-based tools like ChatGPT for rapid prototyping and content creation is essential.

This is a pivotal role that blends educational vision, curriculum design expertise, and technology-driven efficiency to deliver scalable, engaging, and industry-aligned learning experiences for students.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and manage project-based learning courses aligned with the KSA framework used in universities and skills-based credentialing systems.
• Collaborate with academic, product, and delivery teams to define course objectives, sprint structures, learning outcomes, and assessment criteria.
• Leverage GPT-based AI tools and prompt engineering techniques to accelerate and enhance course content creation.
• Curate real-world project scenarios that simulate workplace settings and facilitate student engagement through hands-on problem-solving.
• Conduct instructional design reviews to ensure that the learning journeys are cohesive, outcome-driven, and engaging for learners.
• Ensure that all digital assets (project briefs, templates, instructional videos, presentations, rubrics) adhere to branding and pedagogical standards.
• Work with Product Owners from the industry to ensure that courses are implementable and learner-centric.
• Stay current with global education and employability trends and integrate best practices into course designs.
• Contribute to platform testing, learner feedback loops, and continuous improvement cycles.

Required Skills & Competencies:
• Strong understanding of instructional design methodologies, including ADDIE, SAM, or backward design.
• Knowledge of curriculum frameworks aligned with the KSA model and learning taxonomies (Bloom’s, SOLO, etc.).
• Advanced proficiency with generative AI tools like ChatGPT (including use of GPTs, plugins, custom instructions, prompt chaining).
• Familiarity with Agile or sprint-based project structures in an educational context.
• Ability to translate domain-specific knowledge into structured learning experiences.
• Strong analytical, planning, and visual communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple courses/projects simultaneously with precision and speed.
• Knowledge of EdTech platforms, LMS systems (like Moodle), or project management tools (e.g., Taiga, Jira, Trello) is a plus.

Educational Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, or related field.
• Alternatively, a degree in Management, Engineering, or Technology with a certification or significant experience in course design or curriculum development.

Professional Experience:
• 4–7 years of experience in instructional or learning design, education product management, or curriculum development.
• Demonstrated experience in designing project-based or experiential learning programs for higher education.
• Prior experience working with or in partnership with universities, skill-building platforms, or EdTech organizations.
• Experience with AI tools for content generation and productivity is highly desirable.

Performance Expectations & KPIs:
• Timely rollout of high-quality project-based learning courses.
• Learner engagement and feedback on instructional design quality.
• Integration of industry relevance into learning artifacts.
• Efficient use of AI tools for content development and turnaround.
• Stakeholder satisfaction (internal teams, academic partners, POs/PMs).