Faculty Position in Architecture Design & Digital Architecture

American University of Ras Al Khaimah; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Ras Al Khaimah seeks a faculty member at the assistant/associate professor level in Architecture. The role involves teaching design studios and courses in digital architecture, developing curriculum, mentoring students, and conducting research. Candidates should hold a terminal degree in Architecture and demonstrate advanced skills in digital tools. A strong portfolio and excellent communication skills are essential for fostering creativity and critical thinking in students.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Architectural Design or Digital Architecture from a reputable university.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional practice and creative work.
• Track record of teaching courses in architecture.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studios and courses in digital architecture.
• Mentor students across design and theoretical courses.
• Conduct meaningful research and maintain a strong publication portfolio.

Skills

Parametric modeling

Algorithmic design

Digital fabrication

Generative design using AI

Excellent English communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Ph.D., D. Arch, or Master’s in Architecture

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Revit

Dynamo

Adobe Suite

Midjourney

DALL·E

Job description

Faculty Position in Architecture Design / Digital Architecture

American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is seeking a faculty member at the assistant/associate professor level in the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering. The successful candidate must hold a terminal degree in Architecture (Ph.D., D. Arch, or Master’s). The primary responsibility is to teach design studios and courses in digital architecture, emphasizing contemporary design processes, computational tools, and AI‑driven methods. The ideal candidate will foster creativity and critical thinking in students using both traditional design approaches and emerging digital platforms. The candidate will also contribute to a dynamic curriculum, mentor students, engage in research, and participate in academic and community service.

Application Requirements

Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests, transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e‑mail addresses of at least three references through the following link: https://employment.aurak.ac.ae/AccountExt/Login.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate design studios, design communication (manual and digital), and other digital architecture courses in the ARCH program, focusing on design principles and creative problem‑solving.
• Deliver project‑based studio courses combining hand, physical modeling, and digital visualization techniques.
• Supervise and mentor students across design and theoretical courses.
• Develop curriculum and contribute to course innovation aligned with NAAB standards.
• Conduct meaningful research and maintain a strong portfolio of published, peer‑reviewed work.
• Maintain professional practice experience through creative, built, or competition work, demonstrating engagement with contemporary architectural practice and digital technologies.
• Participate in departmental, school, university, and outreach/community service.
• Contribute to accreditation and continuous improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., D. Arch, or Master’s) in Architectural Design / Digital Architecture from a reputable university (preferably Western‑accredited).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional practice and creative work.
• Track record of teaching studio and theoretical courses in architecture and related fields.
• Familiarity with NAAB accreditation processes and standards.
• Advanced skills in parametric modeling, algorithmic design, digital fabrication, and generative design leveraging artificial intelligence tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, Dynamo, BIM, Adobe Suite, Midjourney, and DALL·E.
• Strong research profile, evidenced by peer‑reviewed publications.
• Excellent English communication skills—written and spoken.
• Evidence of service contribution at departmental, university, and community levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional licensure or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience with international/cross‑cultural student populations.
• Prior teaching or academic experience in the GCC/MENA region.
• Demonstrable history of interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.

About AURAK

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is a public non‑profit, independent, co‑educational institution of higher education delivering an integrated American‑style undergraduate and graduate education with a strong focus on local indigenous culture. All programs are accredited by the Ministry of Education of the UAE. AURAK has recently achieved accreditation with the U.S. regional accreditation association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and all of AURAK’s engineering programs are now ABET accredited. AURAK ensures not only the acquisition of knowledge and skills in specific academic fields, but also a general education curriculum that exposes students to new ideas and ways of thinking critically about local and global issues. The multicultural student body offers candidates the opportunity to teach and conduct research in one of the most diverse countries in the world. AURAK is located in Ras Al Khaimah, one of the Northern Emirates and a rapidly growing region. Ras Al Khaimah is known for its rich traditions and diverse landscapes, from white sandy beaches and majestic Hajar Mountains to vast desert dunes and many historical sites. The emirate offers a safe, welcoming, and family‑friendly environment with a high quality of life, modern infrastructure, and easy access to both Dubai and the wider region. For more information, please visit: http://www.aurak.ac.ae.