Head of Academics and Learning Engineering

Head of Academics and Learning Engineering

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About Outsmart

Outsmart is an early‑stage startup on a mission to reimagine higher education. We are democratizing access to higher education by creating an entirely new collegiate experience. With $38M in backing from firms such as Khosla Ventures, Forerunner, DST Global Partners, and Lightspeed – and a founding team of former Duolingo executives – Outsmart is bringing together mission‑oriented, detail‑obsessed, high‑impact team players to build the learning experiences of tomorrow.

About The Role

The Head of Academics & Learning Engineering will lead the design and development of Outsmart’s undergraduate courses and programs, ensuring they are world‑class and designed for the AI era, working closely with our Provost. This role reports to the CEO, oversees a team of faculty and learning engineers, and translates the institution’s educational vision into world‑class curriculum, assessments, and learning experiences. The role is based in Culver City, CA or Lehi, UT.

Qualities We're Seeking

• Deep academic expertise in pedagogy and learning design
• Vision for how undergraduate learning should evolve in the AI era — combining rigor, efficacy, accessibility, and fun
• Demonstrated experience in the development and / or validation of standardized assessments
• Comfort operating at the intersection of education, technology, and entrepreneurship
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams of faculty and designers
• High‑energy, accountable, resourceful, and mission‑driven — thrives in an early‑stage environment

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