Assistant Instructor (UAE Nationals Only)
Ajman University · United Arab Emirates
Assistant Instructor – Architecture / Architectural Engineering
Position Summary
The Assistant Instructor will support the teaching, academic, laboratory, accreditation, and administrative activities of the Department of Architecture / Architectural Engineering. The position requires a strong foundation in architectural design and technology, proficiency in computational design and computer-aided design and drafting, and familiarity with contemporary AI tools used in architectural practice and education.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural engineering from a recognized university. Master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of two years of relevant professional/practical experience in architecture, architectural engineering, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software.
- Strong skills in computational and digital design software and workflows.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools relevant to architecture, design, visualization, and related applications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work effectively with faculty members and students in an academic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Student Support
- Assist faculty members and students in the classroom, studios, laboratories, and other instructional settings.
- Provide support to faculty members and students inside and outside the classroom to enhance the teaching and learning process.
- Assist students with architectural design, digital modeling, CAD, computational design, and related academic activities.
- Provide academic guidance and advising to students as assigned.
- Support student learning activities, workshops, tutorials, and other instructional initiatives.
Course and Quality Assurance Support
- Assist faculty members in preparing, organizing, and maintaining course files and supporting documentation.
- Support the department's continuous quality improvement and development activities.
- Assist in collecting, organizing, and maintaining data and evidence required for academic quality assurance and accreditation.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of teaching materials, exercises, tutorials, and digital resources.
Computational Design and AI Support
- Assist in the operation and day-to-day activities of the Computational Design Laboratory.
- Provide technical support to students and faculty in computational design, digital fabrication, CAD, and related software.
- Support workshops and training sessions involving computational design and emerging digital technologies.
- Assist students and faculty in the appropriate use of AI tools for architectural design, visualization, presentation, and related academic applications.
- Help maintain software, equipment, digital resources, and laboratory documentation.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Assist with departmental administrative activities as assigned.
- Support student registration, academic advising, events, workshops, exhibitions, and other departmental activities when required.
- Prepare reports, records, and other documents as requested by the Department Head or Dean.
- Perform other academic, technical, and administrative duties appropriate to the position and as assigned by the Department Head or Dean.
Key Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong architectural/engineering design and technical skills.
- Proficiency in CAD, computational design, and digital design tools.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted architectural design and visualization tools.
- Strong student-support and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff.
- Good organizational and documentation skills.
- Commitment to academic quality, continuous improvement, and professional development.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a dynamic academic environment.
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