Course Developer – Advanced Web Application Development and Secure Systems

About the Job

The Information Technology Infrastructure (ITI) program at the University of Minnesota is seeking a qualified professional to develop (and potentially teach) new advanced web application courses with a strong emphasis on scalable architecture, backend development, secure systems integration, and cloud deployment. This course is intended as part of the program’s new Web Application Programming subplan that is currently under development, designed to prepare students for modern full-stack development roles in industry. This subplan is projected to launch in Fall 2026. Ideal candidates will have both hands-on technical expertise and curriculum development experience, with the ability to design project-based learning experiences using current frameworks, secure coding practices, and distributed technologies.

This is a .45 FTE appointment.

*Please note, we are not offering H-1B or Green Card sponsorship for this position.

Course Development 100%

• Deliver engaging, applied instructional content in the following areas that are aligned with current web
  technologies and security best practices:
• Full-stack application development
• Web architecture and performance optimization
• Secure backend development and deployment
• Scalable distributed systems using cloud-native technologies
• Create hands-on labs, including secure system design, deployment pipelines, and API development.
• Create clear, succinct, and measurable outcomes for the course.
• Identify, sequence, and structure the topics the course will address in each module.
• Develop learning activities and course media that support the course learning outcomes.
• Develop learning assessments that allow learners to demonstrate achievement of the learning
  outcomes.
• Collaborate with an instructional designer, program manager, and other university staff throughout
  the course development process, ensuring alignment with academic and industry standards.
• Follow the requirements for course development laid out by the ITI program.
• Development of PowerPoint lectures for each course for each week.

Qualifications

About the Department

Pay and Benefits

Pay: The salary for the position is $5,000 total.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. .