Research&Digital Experience Department Director - UAE Based

<div><p>This senior leadership role sets the strategic vision for research and digital experience, ensuring scholarship and technology work together to enhance access, learning, and engagement. Working across curatorial, education, collections, and technology teams, the role drives innovation, strengthens academic partnerships, and positions the institution as a global leader in digital cultural engagement.</p><h3>Client Details</h3><p>This organisation is an internationally recognised cultural institution known for its forward‑thinking approach and global reach. It blends research, innovation, and public engagement to deliver meaningful cultural experiences across diverse audiences.</p><h3>Description</h3><ul><li>Define and deliver a long-term research and digital experience strategy</li><li>Lead innovative digital platforms, tools, and immersive visitor experiences</li><li>Oversee research initiatives supporting exhibitions, publications, and programs</li><li>Drive digitisation, digital access, and knowledge management of collections</li><li>Collaborate across curatorial, education, marketing, and technology teams</li><li>Build international academic, cultural, and technology partnerships</li><li>Represent the institution at global conferences and innovation forums</li></ul><h3>Profile</h3><ul><li>Master's or PhD in Art History, Museum Studies, Digital Humanities, or related field</li><li>10-12+ years' experience in museums, cultural, or research institutions</li><li>Proven senior leadership experience of at least 5 years managing research and digital teams</li><li>Strong expertise in modern and contemporary art scholarship</li><li>Demonstrated success leading digital transformation initiatives</li><li>Deep understanding of digital platforms, UX, and emerging technologies</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and strategic leadership skills</li></ul><h3>Job Offer</h3><ul><li>Opportunity to shape research and digital innovation at a global institution</li><li>High‑profile leadership role with international visibility</li><li>Competitive tax‑free salary and professional growth opportunities</li></ul><p><b>Skills</b></p><ul><li>museum</li><li>contemporary art</li><li>research</li><li>digital experience</li></ul></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr