Job Summary

The American University in the Emirates (AUE)is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to fill the role ofDean of College of Design (CDES)This position is pivotal in providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to the college ensuring academic excellence fostering research and innovation and building strong partnerships with government agencies international organizations and industry leaders.

Academic Year: 2026-2027

Instruction Language:English

Teaching Load:12 credit hours per academic year

The Deans shall report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs on general administrative and coordination functions related to the various instructional programs and related services offered by AUE.

Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. inDesign related field from an accredited university in the United States of America or an accredited university by an American Accreditation body
5 7 years experience in academic leadership at the level of Associate/Assistant Dean or higher at an accredited university.
Experience in the development of new programs that meet international standards
Record of professional accomplishment including peer-reviewed publications
Minimum three research publication in Scopus journals in the last five years

Job Description

Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance)

Present research and practice driven teaching and
adapt to latest pedagogical techniques that stimulate students to inquiry and to encompass a broad and coherent body of knowledge attaining the skills and competencies through engaging delivery techniques and development of appropriate assessments

Instructional Management

Effectively manage the instructional processes

Assessment and Evaluation

Evaluating students performance and grading
Provide clear assessment criteria that reflect course content and its learning outcomes
Set expectations to students and avoid cognitive biasness

Curriculum Development and Review

Contributes to regular curriculum reviewing and improving the existing curriculum for quality and effectiveness

For quality:

Currency and relevancy of the theories and practice in the field
Intellectual rigor appropriate to the level of the degree program

For Effectiveness

Increasingly complex presentation of theories principles and practice
Increasingly complex levels of analysis and development of competencies
Application of theories and principles.

5. Research and/or Scholarship

Actively engage in scholarly activities and publish peer-reviewed articles in area of specialization thus contributing to the Mission of the University

Professional Development

Acquire the latest academic techniques discipline and professional certification technology-related development and leadership development through attending in-campus and out-campus workshops seminars and training

Academic Advising and Academic Success

Provide academic advising and guidance to the students in the program learning outcomes curriculum planning and career planning

Service

Participate by working in a task force or workgroup to accomplish assignment or project such as accreditation recruitment research administration consultation and service to university discipline and to community

Academic Administration

Provide oversight for the efficient administration of the College

Academic Program Quality

Ensure quality teaching conducive learning environment and adequate support services for all academic programs offered in the College

Academic Program Sustainability

Manage the viability and sustainability of the academic programs to meet the needs of thestakeholders and compliance requirements

Academic Support

Coordinate and provide adequate resources for faculty student and support staff for effectiveoperation of the College

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law College of Education College of Design College of Business Administration College of Health Sciences College of Media and Mass CommunicationCollege of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited bySACSCOC(the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and masters degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited byCAA(the Commission for Academic Accreditation) Ministry of Education United Arab Emirates.

TheCollege of Business Administrationis a proud member ofAACSB(The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration Master of Business Administration Master of Sport Management) are accredited byAACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in theCollege of Computer Information Technologyis accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission ofABET.

NASAD(The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.

The American University in the Emirates (AUE)is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to fill the role ofDean of College of Design (CDES)This position is pivotal in providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to the college ensuring academic excellence fostering research a...