AI In Education Specialist

United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine

Job Description

The AI in Education Specialist will serve within the Instructional Design & Development Unit of the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL) at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). The specialist will play a strategic role in advancing the integration of Artificial Intelligence into teaching, learning, and assessment across the United Arab Emirates University.

Minimum Qualification

AI Expertise & Strategy - Lead the conceptualization, planning, and execution of CETL s AI initiatives (e.g., smart classrooms, intelligent knowledge navigation, adaptive systems). - Research and recommend emerging AI technologies to enhance learning, teaching, and operational efficiency. - Develop AI-driven tools, prototypes, and frameworks to support CETL s mission. - Collaborate with faculty, IT teams, and leadership to integrate AI into academic programs and support services. - Establish AI ethics, governance, and best practices for the center. Multimedia Design & Production - Design and develop visually engaging 2D/3D graphics, animations, videos, and motion graphics to support learning, communication, and innovation projects. - Create and optimize 3D models for AR/VR and immersive classroom experiences. - Integrate AI-driven content generation (text-to-image, text-to-video, etc.) into multimedia workflows for faster, scalable production. Innovation & Collaboration - Build cross-functional collaborations with instructional designers, faculty, IT, and researchers to implement AI-enhanced learning solutions. - Maintain a knowledge hub of AI tools and resources for CETL staff and educators. - Conduct workshops and training sessions to build AI awareness and skills within the institution.

Preferred Qualification

• Master s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, or Educational Technology. - Additional qualifications in Multimedia/Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or related creative fields strongly preferred.
  
  

Expected Skills

• 5+ years professional experience in AI development, research, or deployment. - Proven record of leading or implementing AI projects in education or learning environments. - 3+ years in multimedia content creation (graphics, video, 3D, or motion design). - Advanced programming skills in Python for machine learning, data pipelines, or chatbot/tutor development. - Experience with APIs, data integration, and automation scripts to connect AI systems with LMS and other digital learning platforms. - Familiarity with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn for applied AI in education. - Ability to fine-tune large language models (LLMs) for educational use cases. - Knowledge of SQL or NoSQL databases for managing and analyzing educational data. - Demonstrated ability to merge AI strategy with multimedia innovation.