The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Center for Education Innovation.
Center for Education Innovation
The Center for Education Innovation (CEI) is an academic support unit which strives to proactively move forward the University's teaching and learning strategy. CEI supports the University's mission of advancing learning and knowledge by building the capacity of teaching staff to implement active learning and eLearning; supporting the professional development of faculty members, instructors and graduate teaching assistants and using research-based data to inform continuous improvement in learning, teaching and curriculum development.
For more information about HKUST, please visit https://hkust.edu.hk/ .
The Role
Reporting to the Associate Provost (Teaching and Learning), the Director will lead CEI to support the University’s pursuit of excellence in teaching and education and oversee the development and implementation of strategic teaching and learning initiatives. The appointee is expected to lead and provide advice on strategic initiatives, including experiential, online and blended learning, to different stakeholders ranging from senior management to Deans, Heads of Departments/Units, and individual teaching staff; and promote the adoption of technology-enhanced and student-centered approaches across the University. The appointee will therefore need to coordinate and collaborate with counterparts at HKUST (GZ) and across the University. He/she will be responsible for managing budgets, compiling reports, and serving as chair/member on various education related committees/task forces. A successful track record of participation or leadership on initiatives promoting educational innovation would be an asset.
The Candidate
Applicants should preferably have a PhD in education or a related field ideally with at least 15 years of solid experience, preferably in the delivery of training programs to teaching/instructional staff in higher education. The appointee must be familiar with active learning pedagogic approaches and their implementation; course development and delivery in higher education for these pedagogies; instructional design approaches for eLearning and Blended Learning; and current and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning. A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English is necessary.
Terms of Appointment
Appointment to the position will be on three-year fixed term contract, renewable on mutual agreement. Competitive remuneration and generous fringe benefits, including housing where appropriate, will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.
Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (here ) and return it online together with a curriculum vitae including names and addresses of three referees to the Human Resources Office. Review of applications will start on 4 October 2021 and the search will continue until the position is filled. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission. We thank applicants for their interest but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes only.)
HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.
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