The College of Architecture, Art and Design (CAAD) at American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for a regular faculty position in design management in the Department of Art and Design. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and diverse learning environment with students from approximately 90 countries. CAAD has established a reputation as a leader in design education in the region. Its alumni have gone on to study at top graduate programs across the globe and have established themselves as experts in creative industries within the region.
Acclaimed for its academic excellence and multicultural environment, AUS is ranked among the top 18 percent of ranked universities in the world and among the top 10 universities in the Arab world (QS Rankings, 2026). With approximately 100 nationalities represented on campus, AUS is among the world’s top five universities with the highest percentage of international students (Times Higher Education, 2024). AUS offers 33 majors and 48 minors at the undergraduate level, 21 master’s degrees, and eight PhD programs. The university’s 123-hectare, full-service campus features experiential learning and research facilities, sports and recreational facilities, as well as student and faculty accommodations.
CAAD offers five undergraduate programs leading to degrees in architecture, interior design, graphic design, film and new media and design management, as well as a Master of Urban Planning. The Department of Art and Design also offers minors in design management, film, illustration and animation, photography and product design. The curriculum is grounded in an American liberal arts model integrated with professional education. All courses are taught in English. Website: www.aus.edu/caad. Samples of student work can be found at https://www.aus.edu/caad/department-of-art-and-design-/gallery
All positions come with a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, which includes free housing, generous retirement contributions, and funding for annual return airfare, school tuition for dependents, and health insurance. Successful candidates are expected to assume duties in August 2026.
The successful candidate will primarily teach courses in the Bachelor of Science in Design Management degree program and should be able to teach in two or more of the following areas: creative strategy and execution, design thinking, design research, strategic storytelling, user-centered design, service design, strategic design and innovation ecosystems. A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Design Management or a related area is required, along with creative skills, digital fluency and relevant academic and professional experience.
In addition to teaching, faculty are required to mentor students, engage in scholarly activities (which can include creative work, published research or both) and participate in service activities for the college, university and community. Creative work and research are important for the department and the university. Successful candidates will not only have access to excellent research opportunities but also generous financial support from the university to develop their scholarship. Applicants should have an excellent record of teaching and scholarship from a reputable university or demonstrate the potential to develop such a record.
Interested applicants must submit the following: 1) a letter of application that describes the fit with this position description and provides the names and contact information of three referees; 2) a curriculum vitae; and 3) a digital portfolio of scholarly/professional/teaching activities (as a single PDF file, not exceeding 50 pages).
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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applications received before January 10, 2026, will be given full consideration.
AUS is licensed and its degree programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.
AUS is a leading comprehensive coeducational university in the Gulf, serving students from the United Arab Emirates, neighboring countries in the region and around the world. In addition to CAAD, the university includes the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering and the School of Business Administration. AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications. Website: www.aus.edu
