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The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Design and develop high-quality multimedia online learning content, including videos, animations, interactive activities, and quizzes that enhance learner engagement.
• Lead the visual design of nationally significant online education programs, collaborating with developers, educational designers and academics to deliver best-practice digital learning experiences.
• Full time, ongoing position located in Hobart.

About the opportunity

The Web Designer plays a key role in enhancing the student and stakeholder experience across nationally significant online education programs, including the Medicines Australia Continuing Education Program and the National Prescribing Curriculum. Working closely with developers, educational designers and academics, the role is responsible for creating engaging multimedia learning content such as videos, animations, web content, interactive activities and quizzes, while leading the visual design of learning management systems and online courses. The position supports the delivery of innovative, best-practice online education resources used across the Australian pharmaceutical and medical education sectors.

What you’ll do:

• Develop best-practice and innovative multimedia materials and web content for learning.
• Maintain and improve our high standard of education delivery and student experience.
• Work with our team, and wider School, to improve education content and delivery.
• Advise on compliance requirements such as accessibility and copyright.

­What we’re looking for:

• A relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience in web design and development; or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in web design, development and related technical fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated specialist expertise in developing and implementing modern web content using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and related front-end technologies, with the ability to apply technical knowledge and judgement to develop effective solutions within a complex digital learning environment.
• Experience using online authoring tools (such as Articulate Storyline/Adobe Captivate) to develop creative and engaging online education content, such as interactive exercises, engaging quizzes, video explainers, and other dynamic content.
• Experience with video recording, editing and production, and a demonstrated ability to produce professional educational and promotional videos.
• Demonstrated professional graphic design expertise, with the ability to apply visual design principles to web, learning management systems and digital learning environments.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Tristan Ling, Senior Research Fellow, Tristan.Ling@utas.edu.au or 6226 7396.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - Web Designer.pdf.

Applications close Sunday, 4 October 2026, 11.55pm

 As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.