Assistant Professor of Architecture (Abu Dhabi Campus)

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Architecture

Location: Al Ain Campus and may need to teach in Abu Dhabi.

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery
• Teach courses assigned by the department across undergraduate and/or graduate architecture programs, including studios, lectures, or seminars.
• Prepare course syllabi, content, assessments, and grading in accordance with university academic policies.
• Ensure all course learning outcomes (CLOs) are appropriately assessed and aligned with program learning outcomes (PLOs).
• Supervise assigned student projects, including capstone design or thesis work.
• Maintain required teaching documentation and submit grades and reports on time.
• Research and Scholarly/Creative Activity
• Engage in research or creative/professional practice aligned with the discipline of architecture.
• Maintain an active research output, with peer-reviewed publications in recognized academic journals, with preference for Q1 journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science.
• Contribute to research visibility of the institution through funded projects, exhibitions, competitions, or applied work.
• Participate in institutional research KPIs and contribute to annual faculty research planning and reporting requirements.
• Service and Academic Contribution
• - Serve on academic committees at the department, college, or university level as assigned.
• - Participate in program review, curriculum development, accreditation documentation, and quality assurance processes.
• - Provide academic advising to students as allocated by the department.
• - Support student and departmental activities including juries, exhibitions, reviews, and public lectures.
• - Contribute to the institution's community engagement or professional outreach initiatives where applicable.

• Master of Architecture (M.Arch) or equivalent terminal degree in architecture from a recognized institution. A PhD is preferred but not mandatory.
• Documented experience in architectural design teaching (e.g., studio coordination, course instruction).
• Evidence of ongoing research and creative output.
• Proficiency in relevant architectural software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, Adobe Suite, etc.).

• PhD in Architecture or related discipline.
• Professional architectural registration (e.g., RA, RIBA, AIA, etc.).
• Experience with accreditation systems such as NAAB, RIBA, or UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).
• Industry experience or consultancy in architectural design, urbanism, digital fabrication, or related fields.
• Performance Expectations
• Fulfillment of teaching load and course outcomes in accordance with the department's teaching plan.
• Annual research output as per faculty KPIs (e.g., Scopus-indexed Q1/Q2 publication, creative work with recognized impact, or funded project).
• Active participation in service duties and institutional development.
• Compliance with all academic regulations, code of conduct, and policies of the institution.

• Competitive tax-free compensation & benefits package.

Applications to be received by 25th July 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.