Assistant/Associate Professor in Architecture

The College of Architecture, Art and Design, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Architecture, starting Spring 2024-2025.   We are looking for qualified candidates who can teach Architectural Design Studios, Architectural History, and supervise graduation projects and postgraduate courses. Ajman University is one of the best regional universities and is ranked in the top 750 universities worldwide.  The City of Ajman is half an hour drive from the vibrant city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate with a Ph.D. from a reputable university
• Outstanding teaching record
• Outstanding research and publications record in top journals
• Adequate experience in supervising student projects and thesis papers
• Record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage
• Excellent record in community service and scholarly activities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and deliver courses to students in specified discipline areas of study
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide feedback to sustain student success
• Research, organize and manage instructional resources, courses outlines, and community networks
• Conduct high quality research in his/her own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences
• Provide consultative expertise as a subject matter expert to the local industry through pre-approved partnership projects by the University
• Ensure a respectful and culturally sensitive learning environment in all college focused activities
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships across the organization and community
• Motivate and inspire confidence in others (students and colleagues) to overcome limitations to personal growth and success
• Actively seek out methods, procedures and resources to best achieve course and lesson objectives
• Support and participate in accreditation initiatives
• Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with the “Credit Hour” academic system
• Ability to supervise student work
• Ability to provide academic advising for students
• Ability to conduct independent research and publish in reputable journals and conferences
• Ability to work effectively with diverse team members
• Knowledge of academic program planning and implementation
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).