Adjunct Architect & Design Instructor - Desert Architecture

Zayed University; Dubai, Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Zayed University’s College of Arts and Creative Enterprises (CACE) invites qualified adjuncts to teach Architecture and Interior Design at Abu Dhabi or Dubai campuses, starting August 2026. The role emphasizes industry liaison, curriculum development, and preparing students for regional and international practice.

Successful candidates will contribute to the growth of CACE’s programs and collaborate to advance creative education in the UAE, aligning with the college’s mission and regional

Qualifications

• Must have earned a terminal degree in the relevant field (Ph.D /March) recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Record of excellent teaching and/or professional trajectory aligned with the Programs’ vision.
• Candidates must have academic or professional experience to teach: Structure I & II, Environmental Control System I & II, Materials and Methods of Construction I & II, Project Management, History and Theory of Architecture, Urbanism (Middle East).
• Classes will be taught in person; candidates must be in the UAE with a valid UAE visa; no sponsorship. Remote teaching not available.

Responsibilities

• Teach adjunct courses in Architecture and Interior Design programs.
• Engage with local industry to forge relationships and integrate curriculum.
• Contribute to program development and student career preparation within UAE, regional, and international contexts.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Industry liaison

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Digital literacy in education

Education

Terminal degree in the relevant field (Ph.D /March)

Job description

Zayed University’s College of Arts and Creative Enterprises (CACE) invites qualified adjuncts to teach Architecture and Interior Design at Abu Dhabi or Dubai campuses, starting August 2026. The role emphasizes industry liaison, curriculum development, and preparing students for regional and international practice.

Successful candidates will contribute to the growth of CACE’s programs and collaborate to advance creative education in the UAE, aligning with the college’s mission and regional