architectural design professor

CANADIAN UNIVERSITY DUBAI

<p></p><div><p><b>Professor in Architecture, Regenerative Design
</b></p><p><b>School: </b>School of Architecture and Interior Design
</p><p><b>Department: </b>Department of Architecture
</p><p><b>Position: </b>Full Professor
</p><p><b>Location: </b>Dubai, UAE
</p><p><b>Contract Type: </b>Two-year fixed-term contract, renewable upon mutual agreement.<br>
</p><p></p><p>Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is seeking a highly qualified faculty at the rank of Full Professor with expertise in regenerative design and the circular economy to join its growing academic team in the Department of Architecture. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including design studios and theory courses, and will play an active role in research and academic leadership. The position requires a strong commitment to advancing sustainability transitions in the built environment through design innovation. The successful candidate will develop and lead research and practice-based projects that explore circular and regenerative approaches across architecture, urban systems, and materials. Candidates with prior administrative experience and leadership in academic or institutional settings are encouraged to apply. Professional experience in architectural practice or consultancy related to sustainability, regenerative design, or environmental innovation will be considered an asset.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
</b></p><ul><li><p>A Ph.D. in Architecture with specialization in Regenerative Design, sustainability, or the circular economy
</p></li><li><p>Minimum Ten years of academic experience, including teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
</p></li><li><p>A record of research excellence evidenced by publications, funded projects, or creative practice in relevant fields
</p></li><li><p>Experience in academic administration or leadership, including program coordination, committee chairing, or curriculum development
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to integrate design thinking, environmental science, and systems innovation in teaching and research
</p></li><li><p>Fluency in English
</p></li></ul><p><b>Desirable assets
</b></p><ul><li><p>Professional practice or consultancy experience in sustainable or circular design
</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with Canadian higher education systems or professional standards
</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with digital tools and data-driven methods supporting sustainable design, for example LCA, BIM, parametric modelling, digital twins
</p></li><li><p>Candidates with a Canadian education background and/or professional practice in Canada will be given priority<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES
</b></p><ul><li><p>Teach 12 credits per regular semester, typically comprising one design studio and two taught courses, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
</p></li><li><p>Supervise student research and mentor academic and professional development
</p></li><li><p>Engage in high-quality research and scholarship aligned with regenerative design, the circular economy, and sustainability innovation, producing at least 2 publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals (preferably Q1/Q2 Scopus-indexed).
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations across the School and the MSc in Design Innovation for the Circular Economy program
</p></li><li><p>Pursue external funding opportunities and industry partnerships to support research and design initiatives
</p></li><li><p>Participate in departmental and university service, including curriculum development, student activities, and committees
</p></li><li><p>Undertake administrative and leadership responsibilities within the Department or School as required<br>
</p></li></ul><p><br>
<b>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
</b></p><p>Our eligible faculty enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, including:
</p><ul><li><p>Competitive Tax-free salary
</p></li><li><p>Generous academic annual leave
</p></li><li><p>Housing &amp; Transportation allowance
</p></li><li><p>Annual flights for self, spouse, and dependent children
</p></li><li><p>International health insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children
</p></li><li><p>Life Insurance
</p></li><li><p>Children&rsquo;s education allowance
</p></li><li><p>Relocation/shipping allowance
</p></li><li><p>Professional development opportunities
</p></li><li><p>Full access to campus facilities
</p></li><li><p>Research and innovation funding support
</p></li><li><p>Paid sick leave, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, and other leave categories as applicable
</p></li>Working visa and residence permit in the UAE for self, spouse, and dependent children<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>RESIDENCY AND VISA REGULATIONS
</b></p><p>Employment at CUD is regulated by UAE labour law and must comply with the regulations of the national government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
</b></p><p>CUD is committed to an inclusive and equitable academic community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and celebrate diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All appointments are made on the basis of merit and in accordance with UAE laws and University policies.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>ABOUT CUD
</b></p><p>Established in 2006, CUD is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region, QS ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, #1 in Dubai, and 21st in the Arab Region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.
</p><p>Our expanded City Walk campus hosts state-of-the-art amenities with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. Combining all the essential elements of technology, the avant-garde campus brings a new experience to students, featuring: laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high-tech classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, gymnasium, student centre, dining and entertainment options, and more.
</p><p>With one of the world&rsquo;s fastest growing populations, Dubai offers a diverse, multicultural environment with outstanding lifestyle and employment opportunities. For detailed information about the University, please visit www.cud.ac.ae<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN
</b></p><p>With a faculty that contributes experience in practice and research in more than ten countries, the international make up of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at CUD is unique in the UAE. The School brings together traditions and innovations from the east and the west, the north and the south, and seeks to provide the best of this broad cultural background in design, offering new views on the local context from a global perspective. CUD offers an environment where Canadian values of higher education meet creatively and complementarily with local culture and academic higher education regulations. The School understands architecture and interior design as manifestations of social and cultural life in space. It conceives architectural and interior design as creative processes that give spatial form to human values by organizing material and environmental conditions in the urban context, and considers that architectural design creations must provide an inspiring enclosure for human activity and thinking to thrive. The School offers a five-year Bachelor of Architecture, a four-year Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and a three-term Master of Science in Design Innovation for the Circular Economy, while expanding its educational ecosystem to shape a more comprehensive design landscape.</p></div>

Professor in Architecture | Regenerative Design

AUD American University in Dubai

<p>The School of Architecture, Art, and Design at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Architecture to begin teaching in Spring 2026.</p>
<p>Candidates will have evidence of successful teaching experience or must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate level. Additionally, candidates are expected to meet standards for personal professional scholarship, and assist in student advising, curriculum development and other service to the department, school, and community.</p>

Assistant/Associate Professor of Architecture

KEO International Consultants

<div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Responsibilities</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">We envisage success in this role to include;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Generates architectural drawings utilizing AutoCAD, Revit or other Software. Uses own judgment and analysis. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Performs basic architectural/engineering calculations. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Provides solutions to resolve design issues. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Compiles data and performs computations.  Prepares specifications, reports and related data tables. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Assists Project Architect in report preparation. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Provides project data as requested by the Project Architect or Project Manager (i.e. area schedules, building heights, number of stories, etc.) &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Prepares physical/visual survey documentation. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">May perform other duties as required.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Qualifications</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that hold a Bachelor's in Design, Architecture or a similar field.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">&nbsp;</span></div>

Graduate Architect

Systems Plus

<div><div><div><p><b>Location: Pune</b></p>
<p><b>Employment Type: full-time</b></p>
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<p></p><p>Position: Technical Architect &ndash; SFCC</p><p></p><p><br>
Experience: 12-14 yrs</p><p></p><p><br>
Job Description:</p><p>
 We are seeking a highly experienced <b>Technical Architect &ndash; SFCC</b> to lead the design, development, and optimization of our Salesforce Commerce Cloud eCommerce platform. This role will be instrumental in defining the architectural vision and engineering standards for digital commerce solutions that power scalable, secure, and high-performing online shopping experiences. As the senior technical leader in this space, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to shape the architecture for front-end experiences, backend integrations, and future-ready enhancements across the digital commerce stack.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Mandatory Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>Lead the design, development, and optimization of Salesforce Commerce Cloud eCommerce platform.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li>Lead the architectural design of enterprise-grade eCommerce solutions on <b>Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC)</b> using SFRA and Headless Commerce principles.</li><li>Translate complex business requirements into modular, scalable, and secure technical solutions on the SFCC platform.</li><li>Define and enforce best practices for SFCC customizations, cartridge development, controller logic, and Business Manager configurations.</li><li>Collaborate with DevOps and Infrastructure teams to implement CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and performance monitoring tools for SFCC environments.</li><li>Oversee integrations with third-party APIs and systems including payment gateways, ERP, OMS, PIM, personalization, and marketing automation tools.</li><li>Guide the evolution of decoupled architecture leveraging SFCC, headless frameworks (e.g., React/Next.js), and composable commerce patterns.</li><li>Partner with QA and Security teams to ensure robust testing, compliance (including PCI-DSS), and security best practices are integrated into the development lifecycle.</li><li>Provide technical mentorship to developers, conduct code and architecture reviews, and ensure alignment with engineering and performance standards.</li><li>Monitor system reliability, site speed, uptime, and transaction flows in production, lead root cause analysis and continuous optimization initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>12+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3+ years architecting solutions on Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC / Demandware).</li><li>Hands-on expertise with SFRA, ISML templates, OCAPI, SCAPI, and custom cartridge development.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in headless commerce architecture, front-end frameworks (React, Angular, etc.), and integrating with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Education</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.</li><li>Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus.</li><li>An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.</li><li>Professional Certification</li><li>Salesforce certifications preferred (e.g., B2C Commerce Architect, SFCC Developer).</li><li>Other relevant architecture or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure) are a plus.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Personal Traits:
</b></p><ul><li>Manages time effectively</li><li>
Professional, respectful, modest and collaborative
</li><li>Understands the need to adapt to situations that involve changing tasks and/or locations, and shifting priorities
</li><li>Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and takes on responsibility.
</li><li>Presents solutions to problems when seeking support.
</li><li>Adapts own ways of working, working pattern and language to match different professional surroundings</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize based on business needs</li><li>
Attention to detail and a high degree of intellectual curiosity</li><li>
Must be self-managed, responsive, dedicated and have a strong drive for results</li><li>
Analyzing statistics</li><li>
Assessing the pros and cons of possible strategies</li><li>
Compiling and presenting information orally, visually and in writing</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>

SFCC Architect

The Citizens Foundation (TCF)

<p><b>Description</b></p><p>The incumbent will provide overall planning, direction, management, guidance, and support to special projects related to curriculum design and development of academic policies for TCF. The major projects under purview of this individual will be to analyze academic policies and programs (such as but not limited to copy checking, remediation, extra-curricular programs etc.) and review them according to updated needs of school staff. The incumbent will also be responsible for reviewing internal practices of Academics department to bring efficiency. The incumbent will be the focal point for ongoing TG revamp project where they will provide support to subject leads responsible for the TG revision by reviewing and giving feedback on the content quality, planning and tracking to ensure timelines are met, managing a large team of consultants and freelancers and ensuring the availability of such personnel, etc.</p><ul><li>Lead the revision of TCF TG (Teacher Guides):</li><li>Provide support to subject leads responsible for the textbook revision by reviewing and giving feedback on the content quality.</li><li>Plan and track to ensure timelines are met.</li><li>Manage a large team of consultants and freelancers and ensuring the availability of such personnel.</li><li>Track expenses of the project.</li><li>Critically analyze TCF academic policies and make proposals for renewal/review.</li><li>Lead a team of curriculum leads and developers in the development of curricula that is aligned with TCF&rsquo;s vision.</li><li>Make purposeful school visits to observe classrooms and library activities, speak to teachers and principals to gauge and fulfill gaps in implementation through better design or capacity building of faculty.</li><li>Prepare clear, user-friendly reports, presentations, and data visualizations for the education management team for strategic road-mapping.</li></ul><p><b>Required Skills</b></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and relationship management skills.</li><li>Strong project management skills.</li><li>Strong skills in design-thinking and problem-solving skills with attention-to-detail.</li><li>Knowledge of or interest curriculum development.</li><li>Ability to research and collate information. Knowledge of research design.</li><li>Strong advisor/partnering skills to work effectively with designers and program developers.</li><li>Passion to stay current on educational content and teaching methods.</li><li>Strong communication skills in Urdu and English.</li><li>Expertise of Microsoft Office (PowerBI, Excel, Word).</li></ul><p><b>Education</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (in an Education-related field preferred).</p><p><b>Experience</b></p><p>At least 2 years of experience preferred in leadership, teacher training, and/or curriculum design and development.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>What is your current salary?</li><li>What is your expected salary?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Manager Academics Design Excellence

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University

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</div></div></div><div><div>Description</div>
<div>Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University a leading institution renowned for excellence in higher education and innovation, seeks a dynamic Associate Professor/Professor in Operational Management with expertise in supervising PhD research. This role is central to advancing our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Quality Management program, which integrates cutting-edge operational strategies with quality management principles.<br>
</div></div><div><div>Main roles &amp; responsibilities</div>
<div><p><b>The successful candidate will drive academic and research excellence through:</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Teaching:</b> Delivering graduate-level courses in:
<ul><li><i>Quantitative Research Methods and Statistics</i></li>
<li><i>Service Quality and Excellence</i></li>
<li><i>Implementation and Applications of Quality Management</i></li>
<li><i>Seminar in Quality Management</i><br>
</li></ul></li><li><b>Curriculum Development:</b> Updating course content to reflect trends such as AI-driven operations, and Quality Management among others.</li>
<li><b>Research:</b> Publishing in high-impact journals (Scopus/WoS-indexed) and show ability to obtain research funding
</li><li><b>Mentorship:</b> Supervising PhD candidates through all stages of dissertation work.</li>
<li><b>Service:</b> Contribute to program accreditation efforts, fostering industry partnerships, and enhancing program visibility through academic and professional networks.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div>Required qualification &amp; skills</div>
<div><ul><li><b>Education:</b> PhD in Operational Management, Quality Management, or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution.</li>
<li><b>Teaching Expertise:</b> Proven experience teaching the specified courses (<i>Quantitative Research Methods and Statistics, Service Quality and Excellence, Implementation and Applications of Quality Management, Seminar in Quality Management</i>) at the graduate level. Experience with online/hybrid instruction is preferred.</li>
<li><b>Research Excellence:</b> Strong record publication record.</li>
<li><b>PhD Supervision:</b> Demonstrated success in guiding doctoral dissertations, particularly in operational or quality management topics.</li></ul><br>
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</p><p><b>Rank and Appointment Criteria</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Associate Professor:</b> Minimum 5 years of post-PhD academic experience, with evidence of teaching excellence, impactful research, and PhD mentorship.</li>
<li><b>Full Professor:</b> Minimum 10 years of experience, distinguished leadership in research (e.g., major grants, editorial roles), and a sustained record of doctoral supervision.</li></ul><br>
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</p><p><b>About the PhD Program</b></p>
<p>The <b>PhD in Quality Management</b> prepares scholars to address national and global challenges through a dual focus on operational efficiency and quality excellence. Graduates lead in academia, industry, and consulting roles, equipped with expertise in AI, data analytics, systems design, and sustainable practices.</p></div></div></div></div>

Associate Professor/Professor in Operational Management & Quality with PhD Supervision Experience

CEEE / EÇEM - Center for Energy, Environment and Economy

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 Call for Applications: Assistant Professor Position in the Department of Communication Design
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 Call for Applications: Assistant Professor Position in the Department of Communication Design
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 &Ouml;zye&gbreve;in University, a dynamic and innovative institution located in Istanbul, is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Professor faculty position. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in research and teaching who are eager to contribute to the interdisciplinary academic environment of our university.
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 Established in 2007 by the H&uuml;sn&uuml; M. &Ouml;zye&gbreve;in Foundation, &Ouml;zye&gbreve;in University is an entrepreneurial research university focused on global impact, student development, and academic excellence. It offers 25 bachelors, 36 masters, and 10 doctoral programs across 7 faculties and 3 graduate schools. &Ouml;zye&gbreve;in University is committed to advancing its research capabilities, with a rapidly growing research output driven by its ambitious graduate programs and a dynamic academic community that fosters innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized internationally, the university ranks second globally among foundation and private universities newly established within the last 20 years in the &ldquo;THE Young Universities Rankings.&rdquo; It has also led T&uuml;rkiye&rsquo;s foundation universities in the &ldquo;THE Impact Rankings&rdquo; for 6 consecutive years.
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 Founded in 2013, the Department of Communication Design provides students with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in communication and design through interdisciplinary research, theoretical and practical inquiry, as well as experimental, critical, and creative perspectives in the fields of visual, digital, and interactive media. The department aims to foster dynamic and user/audience-centered content production, focusing on contemporary practices within the contexts of media, culture, and technology. The program is dedicated to cultivating professional responsibility and ethical awareness, while nurturing innovative individuals who can contribute to both academic and professional fields of production. Our department also places great importance on establishing collaborations with national and international institutions in the fields of communication design.
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   Possessing theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in the core areas of Communication Design (such as Basic Design, Typography, Interaction Design, Interface Design, Design History),
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   Having theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in at least one of the multimedia fields (such as Digital Design Processes, Video Production, Post-Production, Motion Graphics, Digital Illustration, Game Design, Digital Publishing Design, Service Design).
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   Commitment to excellent teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels (Course load: 3+2),
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   Actively participating in the formation of multidisciplinary research and collaborations,
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   Candidates must have published their research outputs in internationally recognized academic journals (SSCI, SCIE, AHCI, Scopus indexed) or submitted to relevant journals for publication and be in the peer-review process.
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   Developing and presenting innovative undergraduate and graduate courses.
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   Advising undergraduate and graduate students and contributing to the development of the department's academic programs.
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   Collaborating with other faculty members on interdisciplinary research projects and initiatives.
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   Develop a strong research plan to apply for research funds such as T&Uuml;B&Idot;TAK, Horizon and ERC.
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Call for Applications: Assistant Professor Position in the Department of Communication Design

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