Teaching & Learning Excellence Center Lead

About RUARUA is a forward-thinking institution for cross-cultural arts education and creative innovation in the Middle East that fosters bold ideas that inspire progress and transform society by cultivating industry and academic collaboration and rethinking creative education, all while creating a space for global ideas to flourish in a culturally inspiring environment.Our VisionTo be an inspiring beacon of knowledge for future generations, integrating culture and arts, empowering students to discover passions and develop talents while fostering creativity and cultural exchange.Our MissionTo cultivate an innovative educational environment in culture and arts, delivering cutting-edge programs that foster cultural and artistic engagement, enriching both the Saudi and global communities.Our AspirationsThe leading cultural university across the Middle East and North Africa.Ranked among top 50 universities worldwide specializing in cultural education.A global hub for cultural education and knowledge exchange.Position PurposeThe Teaching & Learning Excellence Center Lead provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership for the development and advancement of institutional teaching and learning excellence.The role is responsible for establishing a sustainable framework for educational enhancement, strengthening faculty teaching capabilities, promoting evidence-informed pedagogical practices, advancing innovative learning approaches, and fostering a culture of continuous academic improvement.The position leads institution-wide initiatives that enhance teaching effectiveness, improve student learning experiences and outcomes, and support the achievement of institutional strategic priorities, quality assurance requirements, and international standards of excellence in higher education.Key ResponsibilitiesA. Strategic Leadership and Institutional DevelopmentLead the development and implementation of the Center's strategic and operational plans.Establish institutional frameworks, policies, and guidelines for teaching and learning excellence.Translate institutional academic priorities into measurable teaching and learning initiatives.Provide strategic advice to senior academic leadership on educational development and innovation.Lead institutional change initiatives that promote a culture of teaching excellence and continuous improvement.Develop strategic partnerships with local and international higher education institutions and professional organizations.B. Faculty Development and Academic Professional LearningDesign and oversee comprehensive faculty professional development programs.Establish structured faculty development pathways aligned with international professional standards.Lead initiatives to enhance pedagogical competencies, instructional effectiveness, and academic practice.Promote professional recognition and teaching excellence initiatives, including alignment with Advance HE Fellowship pathways.Develop mentoring, peer observation, and communities of practice to support faculty development.Evaluate the impact of faculty development initiatives on teaching performance and student learning.C. Teaching and Learning InnovationLead the adoption of evidence-informed teaching and learning methodologies.Promote student-centered learning, active learning, experiential learning, and inclusive pedagogical practices.Advance the integration of educational technologies, digital learning, and artificial intelligence in teaching.Support innovative approaches to blended, hybrid, and online learning.Encourage educational experimentation, innovation, and the dissemination of effective teaching practices.D. Curriculum Development and Instructional DesignProvide strategic oversight and guidance on curriculum enhancement and instructional design initiatives.Promote constructive alignment between learning outcomes, teaching strategies, and assessment methods.Support academic programs in designing engaging and effective learning experiences.Advance the use of contemporary instructional design principles and learning technologies.Collaborate with academic departments to enhance curriculum relevance and educational effectiveness.E. Quality Assurance, Evaluation, and Impact AssessmentEstablish mechanisms to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning initiatives.Develop performance indicators and evaluation frameworks to measure institutional teaching excellence.Analyze teaching evaluations, student feedback, and learning outcome data to identify improvement opportunities.Promote evidence-based decision-making and continuous quality enhancement.Support institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements related to teaching and learning.Prepare analytical reports and strategic recommendations for senior academic leadership.F. Research, Scholarship, and Knowledge ExchangePromote the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL).Encourage faculty engagement in educational research and pedagogical innovation.Support the dissemination of research-informed teaching practices.Facilitate academic forums, conferences, seminars, and knowledge-sharing activities.Establish collaborations that strengthen the institution's educational research profile.G. Center Operations and Performance ManagementOversee the Center's operational activities, resources, and assigned personnel.Establish annual work plans, targets, and performance monitoring mechanisms.Ensure the effective delivery of the Center's services and initiatives.Manage institutional stakeholders and coordinate cross-functional projects.Prepare annual performance and impact reports. Qualifications and ExperienceEducationPhD in Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Technology, or a closely related discipline.A Master's degree may be considered where supported by substantial relevant academic leadership experience.Professional ExperienceMinimum of 5–7 years of relevant experience in higher education, academic development, or educational leadership.Demonstrated experience in leading academic development initiatives or teaching and learning centers.Experience in strategic planning, institutional development, and quality enhancement.Experience in designing and evaluating faculty professional development programs.Familiarity with international higher education standards and accreditation frameworks.Why joining RUA:RUA represents a platform for discovery, a space where talent is nurtured, and a gateway for Saudi art and culture to the world. We welcome you to join us on this exceptional journey. Together, we will shape the ambitious cultural future of the Kingdom and inspire the world.As the first of its kind in the MENA region, RUA serves as a center of creativity, knowledge, and innovation, contributing to shaping the future of Saudi Arabia’s cultural ecosystem and creative economy, driving the growth of Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.