Assistant Instructor UAE Nationals Only

Ajman University; Ajman; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajman University invites applications for an Assistant Instructor in Architecture/Architectural Engineering. The role supports teaching, labs, accreditation processes, and administrative duties, requiring a solid foundation in architectural design, CAD, and digital/AI-enabled workflows.

The successful candidate will work with faculty and students in an academic setting, assist in design projects, lab operations, course preparation, and quality assurance activities, and contribute to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural engineering from a recognized university (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional/practical experience.
• Strong proficiency in CAD and drafting software.
• Strong skills in computational and digital design software and workflows.
• Knowledge and experience using AI tools relevant to architecture, design, visualization.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty members and students in an academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty members and students in classrooms, studios, laboratories, and other instructional settings.
• Provide support inside and outside the classroom to enhance teaching and learning.
• Assist students with architectural design, digital modeling, CAD, computational design and related activities.
• Provide academic guidance and advising to students as assigned.
• Support student learning activities, workshops, tutorials, and other instructional initiatives.
• Assist in preparing, organizing, and maintaining course files and supporting documentation.
• Support continuous quality improvement and development activities.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and maintaining data for academic quality assurance and accreditation.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of teaching materials, exercises, tutorials, and digital resources.
• Assist in the operation of the Computational Design Laboratory.
• Provide technical support to students and faculty in computational design, digital fabrication, CAD, and related software.
• Support workshops and training sessions involving computational design and emerging digital technologies.
• Assist students and faculty in using AI tools for architectural design, visualization, presentation, and related academic applications.
• Help maintain software, equipment, digital resources, and laboratory documentation.
• Assist with departmental administrative activities and events as required.
• Prepare reports, records, and other documents as requested by the Department Head or Dean.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Computational design tools

Digital design tools

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Instructor – Architecture / Architectural Engineering

Position Summary

The Assistant Instructor will support the teaching, academic, laboratory, accreditation, and administrative activities of the Department of Architecture / Architectural Engineering. The position requires a strong foundation in architectural design and technology, proficiency in computational design and computer-aided design and drafting, and familiarity with contemporary AI tools used in architectural practice and education.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural engineering from a recognized university. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional/practical experience in architecture, architectural engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software.
• Strong skills in computational and digital design software and workflows.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools relevant to architecture, design, visualization, and related applications.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty members and students in an academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Student Support

• Assist faculty members and students in the classroom, studios, laboratories, and other instructional settings.
• Provide support to faculty members and students inside and outside the classroom to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Assist students with architectural design, digital modeling, CAD, computational design, and related academic activities.
• Provide academic guidance and advising to students as assigned.
• Support student learning activities, workshops, tutorials, and other instructional initiatives.

Course and Quality Assurance Support

• Assist faculty members in preparing, organizing, and maintaining course files and supporting documentation.
• Support the departments continuous quality improvement and development activities.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and maintaining data and evidence required for academic quality assurance and accreditation.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of teaching materials, exercises, tutorials, and digital resources.

Computational Design and AI Support

• Assist in the operation and day-to-day activities of the Computational Design Laboratory.
• Provide technical support to students and faculty in computational design, digital fabrication, CAD, and related software.
• Support workshops and training sessions involving computational design and emerging digital technologies.
• Assist students and faculty in the appropriate use of AI tools for architectural design, visualization, presentation, and related academic applications.
• Help maintain software, equipment, digital resources, and laboratory documentation.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist with departmental administrative activities as assigned.
• Support student registration, academic advising, events, workshops, exhibitions, and other departmental activities when required.
• Prepare reports, records, and other documents as requested by the Department Head or Dean.
• Perform other academic, technical, and administrative duties appropriate to the position and as assigned by the Department Head or Dean.

Key Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong architectural/engineering design and technical skills.
• Proficiency in CAD, computational design, and digital design tools.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted architectural design and visualization tools.
• Strong student-support and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Commitment to academic quality, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a dynamic academic environment.