Resource Developer — Heterodox Academy

Position: Resource Developer (Full-time, Exempt)

Start Date: January 3, 2026

Location: Remote in USA, New York City office also available

Pay: $75,000-$90,000

Travel: Occasional travel within the United States, approx. six times per year

Heterodox Academy (HxA) fosters a culture of open inquiry on college campuses, where the pursuit of truth requires three essential conditions: the free exchange of ideas, viewpoint diversity, and constructive disagreement. After a widespread surge of appreciation for the importance of these conditions, HxA now has the opportunity to equip its members, member communities, and college and university partners with research, data, ideas, practical resources, and training resources that can allow them to build cultures of open inquiry on campus in alignment with HxA’s Open Inquiry U Reform Agenda.

To this end, HxA seeks a Resource Developer to create high-quality resources and training courses that empower faculty, staff, and administrators to foster open inquiry in their classrooms, departments, and institutions. The Resource Developer will play a critical role in expanding HxA’s portfolio of practical resources, including advocacy toolkits, training courses, and curriculum modules designed specifically for campus leaders.

The ideal candidate will have a personal commitment to HxA’s mission of promoting open inquiry on college campuses, and deep familiarity with the internal and external challenges to open inquiry. In addition, strong candidates will have experience in curriculum development and/or professional development. Experience in course development for adult learners is highly valued for this position, and will enable the Resource Developer to create high-impact and relevant training materials for university faculty and administrators who are committed to the free exchange of ideas, viewpoint diversity, and constructive disagreement.

Candidates with experience at university centers of teaching and learning, or who have experience with instructional design, evidence-based teaching practices, online course experience, or first-year student experiences, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Resource Developer will report to the Director of Research and Development (R&D) and work closely with two additional R&D team members to produce high-quality resources for campus leaders. This is a remote position, with limited travel in the United States and Canada required.

This position is wide-ranging and collaborative, requiring some discretion and independent judgment. HxA understands that not every candidate will be equally skilled or experienced in every area. If you feel qualified for the role, but your skills and experience are not a 100% fit for every detail below, we encourage you to apply.

Specific Duties:

Develop Resources Aligned with the Open Inquiry U agenda

Design, draft, and revise resources aligned with the four pillars of Open Inquiry U agenda: Commit to Open Inquiry, Unleash the Free Exchange of Ideas, Insist on Viewpoint Diversity, Invest in Constructive Disagreement
Create curriculum modules, training materials, case studies, reading guides, implementation toolkits, and other resources for campus leaders
Design and develop online courses for graduate students, professors, and higher education staff
Ensure all resources are grounded in cognitive science and best practices for adult learning

Monitor and Evaluate Resource Implementation

Collaborate with R&D colleagues to pilot resources with campus partners and incorporate feedback.
Support the development of evaluation tools that assess the reach, usability, and effectiveness of resources.
Track usage metrics, gather qualitative feedback, and propose improvements based on data and stakeholder input.

Cross-Organizational Collaboration

Work with the Communications, Marketing, & Events team to ensure consistent messaging and effective dissemination of resources.
Coordinate with Member & Campus Engagement team to integrate resources into workshops, webinars, and campus partnerships, and to ensure that resources are meeting the needs of HxA’s constituencies.

Experience Desired:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Experience in curriculum development and/or professional development
Familiarity with current landscape of open inquiry in higher education, including intellectual freedom, viewpoint diversity, constructive disagreement, academic governance, and campus climate
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with the ability to tailor communications to varied audiences, including highly educated adult learners
Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in higher education or familiarity with academic institutions
Experience as staff at a college or university
Technical background in a related area such as professional development and curriculum design
Experience writing for academic audiences

Essential Attributes:

Strong alignment with HxA's mission and values
Intellectual curiosity, humility, and dexterity, including positive collaboration across diverse viewpoints
Adaptability, initiative, and sound judgment in complex situations
Ability to work effectively in a small, nimble organization

To Apply: Submit an original cover letter and resume via this form.

The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. The stated range reflects the anticipated lower and higher bounds of the possible salary.

HxA also provides strong benefits, including contributions to medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employer contributions to retirement; paid time off; and professional development opportunities.

Heterodox Academy is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.