Full Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Full Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Classification: Academic Affairs

Reports To: Dean of School of Architecture and Design

About The American International University

American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait, founded in 2019, offering undergraduate programs in Engineering and Computing, Architecture and Design, Business, Arts and Sciences, and Education. The programs are delivered in English and follow the American model of higher education. AIU serves a community of more than 4,000 students and is implementing the RISE Strategy 2026–2030, a five-year institutional transformation strategy anchored in research development, international accreditation, student success, employability, and community engagement.

For more information, visit: www.aiu.edu.kw

School of Architecture and Design Profile

The School of Architecture and Design at the American International University in Kuwait comprises the disciplines of Architecture, Interior Design, and Graphic Design. The School offers undergraduate programmes designed to prepare students for professional practice

through a combination of creative inquiry, technical expertise, and applied learning.

Position Overview:
The School of Architecture and Design invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Graphic Design at the rank of Full Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor, commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will specialize in Illustration and Printmaking and demonstrate excellence in studio-based teaching, an active record of research and/or professional creative practice, and expertise in both traditional and contemporary visual communication methodologies.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, accreditation activities, and institutional service within a collaborative and multicultural academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

• Deliver undergraduate studio and lecture courses in Illustration and Printmaking, including traditional and digital illustration techniques, printmaking processes (e.g., screen printing, relief, intaglio, experimental print), and visual storytelling.

• Integrate contemporary tools and hybrid methodologies combining traditional print techniques with digital platforms.

• Develop and update course content in alignment with industry standards and accreditation requirements (e.g., NASAD).

• Supervise senior capstone projects and guide students in professional portfolio development.
• Maintain rigorous studio critique practices and structured assessment methodologies.

Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:

• Maintain an active research agenda and/or professional creative practice in illustration, printmaking, or related visual arts disciplines.

• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.

• Participate in exhibitions, juried shows, artist residencies, or professional collaborations.

• Engage in interdisciplinary research initiatives and pursue external funding where applicable.

• Contribute to enhancing the School’s academic and professional reputation.

Service and Institutional Engagement:

• Engage actively in departmental, school, and university committees.

• Support program assessment, accreditation documentation, and quality assurance activities.

• Participate in student recruitment, outreach initiatives, exhibitions, competitions, and community engagement.

• Offer academic advising and mentorship to students.

• Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts or PhD in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related field; or MFA in Graphic Design, Illustration, or Printmaking from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of university-level teaching experience (for senior ranks), with demonstrated excellence in studio-based instruction in illustration and/or printmaking.
• Strong portfolio evidencing professional and/or research-based work in illustration and printmaking.
• Proficiency in traditional printmaking techniques and digital design software (Adobe Creative Cloud, illustration platforms, digital print workflows).
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications, exhibitions, creative production, or recognized professional practice.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
  
• Proven excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Graphic Design.
• A record of research, publications, and professional achievements in relevant disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teaching and research.
• Ability to integrate diverse cultural and ethical perspectives into the curriculum.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, multicultural academic environment that engages a diverse student body.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the university.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the Job Opportunities section on our website and submit a resume and cover letter via: https://aiu.edu.kw/careers/jobs

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to commence employment in the Spring Semester 2027.