Xi'an Jiaotong - Liverpool University · Suzhou, China, China
CIE and HeXie Academy invite applications for the position of Associate Dean for Learning and Teaching ( ADLT ). The Associate Dean serves as a member of CIE and HeXie Syntegrative Management Team (CH-SMT) . Reporting directly to the Executive Dean and Director, the Associate Dean provides strategic leadership across the College and Academy in programme development, educational quality, the student learning experience, and the enhancement of learning and teaching. The successful candidate will play a leading role in advancing educational excellence and innovation, ensuring that academic programmes remain responsive to evolving educational, societal, and industry needs.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the College and Academy’s learning and teaching strategy, ensuring alignment with the educational priorities of CIE and HeXie Academy.
Foster a culture of educational excellence and innovation by promoting high-quality teaching, curriculum enhancement, pedagogical development, and the effective use of emerging educational technologies, including AI-enabled learning approaches.
Oversee programme development, review, and quality assurance processes across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, capability cluster, HeXie innovation Eco-camp, and executive education programmes, ensuring compliance with institutional, national, and international standards.
Lead the Academy Learning and Teaching Committee (ALTC) and work closely with Programme Directors and academic staff to ensure the effective design, delivery, and continuous improvement of academic programmes, non-degree modules, and training initiatives.
Enhance student learning experience, engagement, and academic success by supporting student-centred learning, feedback mechanisms, experiential learning opportunities, and graduate outcomes.
Ensure that programme design and curriculum development reflect evolving industry needs through collaboration with industry and academic partners.
Support accreditation, quality review, and educational enhancement initiatives at programme, College/Academy, and University levels.
Support the Executive Dean and Director in evaluating teaching performance and academic development through the Professional Development Review (PDR) process.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
A Ph.D. degree in a relevant subject from a world-renowned university.
A senior academic appointment at the level of Associate Professor or above , with a strong record of teaching excellence, academic leadership, and scholarly achievement.
Significant experience in learning and teaching leadership within higher education, including programme development, curriculum design, quality assurance, or educational innovation.
Demonstrated understanding of contemporary higher education practices, student-centred learning, curriculum enhancement, and educational quality management.
Experience in leading academic teams and implementing strategic educational initiatives within a complex organisational environment.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international and intercultural environment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary curriculum design and the development of innovative postgraduate or executive education programmes, including practice-oriented, industry-engaged, or experiential learning initiatives delivered in collaboration with industry partners.
Familiarity with accreditation, programme review, and quality assurance frameworks at institutional, national, or international levels.
Experience developing programmes or educational initiatives in collaboration with international academic or industry partners.
Knowledge of entrepreneurial education, industry-engaged learning, or other innovative and interdisciplinary educational models.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 2 parts in the order of:
A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position.
A current CV, including the following details: country of citizenship, highest degree level, and contact information for three references.
Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn . Kindly quote the position title and job ID in your enquiry.