e-Learning Developer

• Job ref:
• 689 | 
• Posted:
• 4th March 2009

Summary

• Location: Based in Milton Keynes, UK
• Salary: £29,704 - £35,469
• Company: Learning and Teaching Solutions, Open University
  
• Type: Temporary 12 month contract
• Closing Date: 19th March 2009

Description

We are looking for an experienced e-learning developer with a web/software background. Working as part of a project team and in close collaboration with academics and other media specialists, you will play a key role in developing effective OU distance learning materials for delivery online or via disc.

You will have hands-on development experience as part of a client facing team, tackling a variety of e-learning projects from specification and design, through production and testing, to rollout and maintenance.

You will be educated to degree (or equivalent) level, ideally in a technical computing subject. Technical skills must include PHP, HTML, CSS, Flash ActionScripting and JavaScript, supported by some XML/XSLT experience; additional experience in the design of learning materials would be valuable. Good personal organisational and interpersonal skills are essential and you will be able to demonstrate a creative but pragmatic approach to delivering the ‘right’ solution within defined project parameters.

For detailed information and how to apply go to www3.open.ac.uk/employment, call 01908 659972 (24 hour voicemail service) or email l.a.payne@open.ac.uk quoting the reference number 5473.

Closing date: 4.00 pm, 19 March 2009.

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (minicom 01908 654901).

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