Digital Architecture & Design Studio Professor

American University of Ras Al Khaimah; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UAE is seeking a faculty member for the Architecture Department at the assistant/associate professor level. The role involves teaching design studios and courses focused on digital architecture. Applicants must possess a terminal degree in Architecture and demonstrate a strong portfolio of work. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic environment, engage in research, and mentor students while fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating professional practice and creative work.
• Track record of teaching studio and theoretical courses in architecture.
• Familiarity with NAAB accreditation processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate design studios and digital architecture courses.
• Deliver project-based studio courses combining drawing and digital techniques.
• Supervise and mentor students in design and theory courses.

Skills

Parametric modeling

Algorithmic design

Digital fabrication

Generative design (AI tools)

Excellent English communication skills

Education

Terminal degree (PhD, D. ARCH, or Master's) in Architectural Design

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Revit

Dynamo

BIM

Adobe Suite

Midjourney

DALL·E

Job description

A leading university in the UAE is seeking a faculty member for the Architecture Department at the assistant/associate professor level. The role involves teaching design studios and courses focused on digital architecture. Applicants must possess a terminal degree in Architecture and demonstrate a strong portfolio of work. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic environment, engage in research, and mentor students while fostering creativity and critical thinking.