Director of Educational Design & Learning Innovation

University of Adelaide; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelaide University is seeking a strategic educational leader to head a team of educational designers. You will collaborate with academic staff to enhance curriculum quality, improve student outcomes, and orchestrate innovative teaching through digital tools and modern pedagogy.

The role focuses on shaping engaging learning experiences, guiding curriculum development, and advancing teaching excellence with a student-centred approach.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing and mentoring teams.
• Strong understanding of educational principles in higher education.
• Designing blended and/or online educational programmes.
• Proficient in using Learning Management Systems.
• Familiar with MS Office and educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of educational designers to shape the future of learning at Adelaide University.
• Partner with academic staff to enhance curriculum quality and student outcomes.
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning through contemporary pedagogy and digital innovation.
• Provide strategic leadership to implement high-impact learning experiences across the institution.
• Influence how students learn, succeed and thrive across the University.

Skills

Team leadership

Educational design

Blended/online education

Curriculum design

Educational technologies

Strategic leadership

Tools

Learning Management Systems

MS Office

Educational technologies

Job description

Adelaide University is seeking a strategic educational leader to head a team of educational designers. You will collaborate with academic staff to enhance curriculum quality, improve student outcomes, and orchestrate innovative teaching through digital tools and modern pedagogy.

The role focuses on shaping engaging learning experiences, guiding curriculum development, and advancing teaching excellence with a student-centred approach.