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Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to design and develop engaging and effective courses. • Apply evidence-based instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, Backward Design) to create course structures, learning outcomes, instructional materials, and authentic assessments aligned with institutional standards. • Design and deliver workshops, seminars, and short courses for faculty on: • Pedagogy and learning theories • Classroom facilitation techniques • Learning design principles • Assessment strategies and feedback methods • Use of educational technologies and digital tools • Provide individual consultations and coaching to faculty on teaching practices and course development. • Review and enhance existing courses to ensure alignment with best practices, accreditation standards, and inclusive teaching principles. • Collect and analyze feedback from faculty and students to inform continuous improvement in teaching and learning. • Keep abreast of emerging trends in instructional design, learning technologies, and higher education teaching innovation. • Pilot and recommend new approaches to enhance student learning and faculty teaching effectiveness. • Contribute to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) through internal/external presentations and knowledge sharing. • Collaborate with librarians, multimedia specialists, and IT teams to design integrated learning experiences. • Manage multiple projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery. • Develop and share templates, frameworks, and best practices with the teaching community.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in learning design and faculty development within higher education. • Demonstrated experience in designing and facilitating professional development sessions or workshops for faculty in both Arabic and English. • In-depth knowledge of instructional design models, adult learning principles, and pedagogical frameworks. • Experience with quality assurance frameworks (e.g., Quality Matters). • Experience in designing competency-based and/or experiential learning programs.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: • Ability to translate pedagogical theory into practical, faculty-facing training and support. • Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and inclusive design practices. • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (Moodle) and authoring tools (Articulate, H5P, Captivate, etc.). • Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse academic environment. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving. • Commitment to continuous professional development. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Work is normally performed in a typical interior environment. • No or very limited physical effort required. • No or very limited exposure to physical risk. • Working remotely is not permissible.
SUPERVISION: • Reports to: Director, Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) • Subordinates: None



