Full-time Faculty, Graphic Design
American International University - Kuwait City
for the 2024-2025 Academic year

American International University (AIU) is looking for dynamic and engaged full time faculty for its newly established School of Architecture and Design. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students, building successful learning environments with students, and who collaboratively engage with faculty and mentor students.

AIU invites applicants for a full-time Faculty (Assistant, Associate) appointment in the Graphic Design program. The ideal candidate is an innovative professional who leverages professional trends and technologies to deliver relevant classroom experiences. The successful candidate will be a leader and current, active member of the design field. In addition this individual will be able to utilize and teach both studio coursework as well as technical or supplemental courses, and demonstrate experience with standard industry tools including Illustrator, Photoshop, and In Design. Also, the candidate will possess the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. The position carries the expectation for research and school and University service in addition to teaching responsibilities.

Candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching related to their specific expertise within the professional Graphic Design curriculum, and be able to work within a small program, specialized in personal attention. Also, we expect leadership in undergraduate programs, curriculum development, mentoring, and startups. We welcome candidates who will diversify our curriculum and our faculty in regard to race, gender, and ethnicity.

Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Effective communication skills in English
• University teaching experience

• Commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship
• Interest and experience working effectively with a diverse university community
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with faculty from a variety of disciplines

Experience:

• Graphic & Web designing: 5 years (Required)
• Photography: 5 years (Preferred)
• Marketing: 5 years (Preferred)
• University Teaching: 5 years (Required)

Education:

• Ph D in Graphic Design (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

• Arabic (Preferred)

About American International University:

AIU is a new institution of higher education in Kuwait whose first student cohort was admitted in fall 2019. It is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate degrees based on the American model of higher education, including a comprehensive general education curriculum. Through its educational and student services programming, the University serves the intellectual, cultural, and personal growth of all members of its community. AIU offers degree programs in Film and Digital Media, Architecture, and Design, Engineering, and Business Administration where the language of instruction is English.

For more information about AIU visit: www.aiu.edu.kw

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please visit the Job Opportunities section of our webpage and submit your resume, cover letter, and reel to: https://aiu.edu.kw/careers/jobs