Education Innovation

Description:

The University of Newcastle is a dynamic and global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence, and to creating a better future for its regions through a focus on innovation and real-world impact. The University has a proud history of achievement and we celebrate our successes as individuals and as an institution. For over 50 years, our outstanding educators have achieved a long list of accolades and our world-class researchers are recognised for their contribution to many fields of inquiry.

The Academic Division is at the forefront of the University’s focus on providing an exceptional student experience and delivering positive outcomes for all graduates across the University’s campuses. It delivers a range of services and resources that work together to support and enhance the student experience and is responsible for implementing a transformative agenda of education and service delivery, as well as the University’s commitment to equity and access, while continuing to ensure the foundation of quality assurance, and strong student outcomes.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education Innovation) is responsible for providing institutional leadership in relation to all curricular development, student learning and teaching delivery at the University. Working closely and collaboratively with University’s Colleges, Schools and their staff, the role will lead a transformation of student learning and curricula to further enhance the University’s leading position in support of our regions and international recognition. It will be responsible for all aspects of education innovation and staff development to create an innovative, evidence-based culture of high performance for which the University is recognised.

Demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, the appointed candidate will have the ability to conceptualise and execute institution wide strategies that enhance student learning and further develop the educational offerings of the University. Candidates should have an intimate understanding of current trends in the higher education sector with regards to learning and teaching, as well as the use of innovative pedagogies and technologies to support diverse student cohorts. Most importantly, they will bring a strong track record of having shaped initiatives that have had a demonstrable impact on the educational experience at their own institution.