Curriculum and Academic Quality Specialist

Department : Office of Quality Assurance

This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 03 / 01 / 2026to03 / 31 / 2027

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General Purpose

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced academic quality assurance professional to assist in ensuring the quality of and innovating the curriculum at the University of Guelph-Humber.

The Curriculum and Academic Quality Specialist supports the cyclical review and curriculum renewal of programs offered at the University of Guelph-Humber. Working closely with academic and administrative leaders the Specialist coordinates six program reviews and facilitates curriculum enhancements to ensure academic quality and alignment with institutional goals.

Reporting to the Director Academic Programs and Policy in the Office of Quality Assurance the incumbent provides dedicated support for the cyclical program reviews associated with Guelph-Humber programs. The incumbent collaborates with Academic Chairs and University of Guelph-Humber leadership to facilitate curriculum renewal opportunities arising from the cyclical program review process.

Located at the University of Guelph-Humber the Curriculum and Academic Quality Specialist is responsible for developing maintaining and executing workflow processes for the University of Guelph-Humber programs including major modifications to existing programs. The incumbent monitors current and emerging developments in curriculum assessment new program development and other innovations in the post-secondary sector and provides timely expert advice to the Director and University of Guelph-Humber leadership in support of the cyclical program review process and the renewal of existing academic programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will :

provideexpert adviceoncyclical program reviewcurriculum design learning outcomes and program assessment strategies

coordinate and support program teams in curriculum renewal and innovation

support the Director of the Office of Quality Assurance in the assessment and accountability for program quality

ensure compliance with internal(IQAP)and external(OUCQA)quality assurance standards

Requirements

A Masters Degree in education governance curriculum or program administration plus 4 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Thorough and detailed knowledge of the principles of curriculum development and the university and college systems in Ontario and Canada including academic governance processes and the Ministry of Colleges Universities Research Excellence and Security (MCURES) legislative and regulatory framework

Demonstrated ability to work with senior academics and administrative leaders in support of curriculum innovation and development as well as academic strategic planning

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy to interact effectively with administrators faculty staff and students

Proven project management skills

Strong analytical skills to analyze data draw comparisons and identify trends

A high degree of initiative flexibility and the ability to work independently and under pressure

Proficiency with word processing email and Microsoft Teams

Desirable Experience

Familiarity with College and University academic quality assurance bodies and requirements (OUCQA and OCQAS)

Familiarity with curriculum systems including the Curriculum Inventory Management software

Awareness of key issues and initiatives within Ontarios postsecondary educational system

Employee Type : Temporary

Position Number :

Classification : P&M FT- Band 05

Professional / Managerial Salary Bands

The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

• Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph fostering a culture of inclusionis an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date : 01 / 27 / 2026

Closing Date : 02 / 10 / 2026

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Safety Experience,ISO 9001,Mobile Devices,Root cause Analysis,Quality Systems,OSHA,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1