Course Developer (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Specialization in Advanced Embedded Systems with AI
Position Overview
Organization: Continuum College
Title: Course Developer (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Specialization in Advanced Embedded Systems with AI
Position Details
Position Description
UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.
UW Continuum College (UWC2) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time course developer(s) in the Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) Specialization in Advanced Embedded Systems with AI non-credit course.
Part-time course developers provide subject matter expertise and create/revise content for new or existing non-credit programs. The Course Developer works with an instructional designer, program manager, and video production specialist to create content that is relevant to adult learners seeking to expand skills and accelerate their careers. In some cases, the developer will create a curriculum map, which provides a high-level outline of the program. In other cases, a curriculum map will already be in place, and the role is focused on building the content of each lesson.
The pay for this position is $50 per hour. Length of assignments and shifts vary depending on specific staffing needs of individual courses and programs.
Course Developers may do some, or all, of the following…
- Collaborate with the design team and other subject matter experts, to create high quality course curriculum that aligns with the intended format of the course. Content includes:
- Readings and external resources
- Assessments (quizzes, knowledge checks, exams, projects)
- Activities
- Slide Presentations with notes
- Scripts and Video and/or audio recording
- Collaborate with the design team and other content developers, contribute to the creation of teaching notes to help orient future instructors to the content.
- Collaborate with UWC2 staff to ensure course materials meet University accessibility requirements and standards.
- Complete all deliverables on time as outlined in the contract and statement of work
- Respond to feedback from UWC² staff and other instructors or advisory board members
- Participate in an initial project kick-off and/or scoping meeting
- Participate in check-in meetings as needed (may be in-person or virtual)
- Complete relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed or required.
Most course development projects take place over a six-month period. Information on existing Continuum College non-credit programs may be found at https://www.pce.uw.edu/program-finder.
UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Course Developers are Academic Staff, not faculty. These are part-time, temporary positions.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas pertaining to embedded systems design
- Network security
- Edge computing
- On-device AI
- Flexible individual who is open to new and innovative ways of delivering educational experiences beyond a traditional classroom format.
- Ability and desire to successfully work with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States. These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior teaching experience, particularly with adult learners.
- Prior experience teaching/presenting in an online environment.
Instructions
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply to be a course developer for the Specialization in Advanced Embedded Systems with AI non-credit course, please submit the following:
- A cover letter describing your areas of interest and expertise. Applications that do not contain this information, called out clearly at the top of the cover letter, will not be considered.
- Resume or CV
- Names and contact information of three references. [optional]
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and review of applications will occur intermittently dependent on program needs. Applications received by March 31st, 2026, will receive priority consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all.
As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits
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Disability Services
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