Learning Design Specialist | Ajman University | Teaching and Learning Center

Job Description

Ajman University invites applications for a Learning Design Specialist position within the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC). This role collaborates with faculty and subject matter experts to design and develop engaging, effective courses.

Key Responsibilities:

Course Design & Development:

• Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to design engaging courses
• Apply evidence-based instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, Backward Design)
• Create course structures, learning outcomes, instructional materials, and authentic assessments
• Review and enhance existing courses for alignment with best practices and accreditation standards

Faculty Development:

• Design and deliver workshops, seminars, and short courses on pedagogy, learning theories, classroom facilitation, learning design principles, assessment strategies, and educational technologies
• Provide individual consultations and coaching to faculty on teaching practices and course development

Assessment & Improvement:

• Collect and analyze feedback from faculty and students for continuous improvement
• Contribute to Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) through presentations and knowledge sharing

Collaboration & Innovation:

• Collaborate with librarians, multimedia specialists, and IT teams for integrated learning experiences
• Pilot new approaches to enhance student learning and teaching effectiveness
• Develop templates, frameworks, and best practices for the teaching community

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in learning design and faculty development within higher education
• Bilingual proficiency (Arabic and English) for designing and facilitating faculty workshops
• In-depth knowledge of instructional design models, adult learning principles, and pedagogical frameworks
• Experience with quality assurance frameworks (e.g., Quality Matters)
• Experience designing competency-based and/or experiential learning programs

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to translate pedagogical theory into practical faculty training
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
• Proficiency with LMS (Moodle) and authoring tools (Articulate, H5P, Captivate)
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Collaborative and proactive problem-solving approach

Working Conditions:

• Typical interior office environment
• No or very limited physical effort
• Working remotely not permissible

Supervision:

• Reports to: Director, Teaching and Learning Center (TLC)
• Subordinates: None

Important Dates:

• Posting Date: April 28, 2026
• Degree Level: Master’s Degree
• Job Schedule: Full time

Location: Ajman University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates