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"description": "<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Full-time Faculty, Interior Design</span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">School of Architecture and Design</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">American International University</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">for the 2026-2027 Academic year</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Position Summary: </span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>The School of Architecture and Design invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Interior Design at the rank of Full Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in studio-based teaching, an active research and/or professional practice profile, and engagement with contemporary interior design methodologies, technologies, and sustainability principles. The appointee will contribute to undergraduate education, curriculum development, student mentorship, accreditation readiness, and institutional service within a collaborative and multicultural academic environment.</span><span> </span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Teaching and Curriculum Development:</span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Deliver innovative undergraduate studio and lecture courses in Interior Design, including but not limited to residential, commercial, and furniture design.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Integrate contemporary tools and platforms such as CAD, BIM (Revit), 3D modelling, and digital fabrication technologies into the curriculum.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Develop and update course content to reflect industry standards, professional competencies, and accreditation requirements (e.g., CIDA standards where applicable).</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Guide students in senior capstone projects, portfolio development, and industry-standard practices.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Maintain rigorous assessment standards and studio critique methodologies.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:</span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Maintain an active research agenda and/or professional practice in Interior Design or related fields.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals or present at reputable academic and professional conferences.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Contribute to professional practice, exhibitions, design competitions, or consultancy projects.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Participate in student recruitment, outreach initiatives, exhibitions, competitions, and community engagement.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Offer academic advising and mentorship to students.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span>Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Qualifications</span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Required</span></span><span> </span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Academic Credentials</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>PhD in Interior Design from an accredited institution.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Teaching Experience</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>A minimum of five years of experience in university-level teaching, with a proven record of excellence in delivering studio-based courses.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Professional Expertise</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Strong portfolio showcasing professional and/or research-based design practice.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Technical Skills</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Proficiency in industry-standard tools and software such as AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), SketchUp, 3D Max, and Adobe Creative Cloud, along with rendering engines like V-Ray or Lumion.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Research and Scholarship</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Evidence of research, publication in peer-reviewed journals, or recognized creative practice.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Cultural Competency</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Experience working effectively in multicultural and diverse academic environments.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Sustainability and Emerging Fields:</span></span></span> <br><span>Expertise in sustainable design, environmental systems, smart interiors, or human-centered design.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Professional Experience</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Additional professional industry experience beyond academic roles.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Capstone Supervision</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Experience supervising senior capstone projects and fostering student portfolios.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span>Interdisciplinary Collaboration</span></span><span>:</span> <br><span>Record of successful interdisciplinary collaborations and securing external funding.</span><span> </span></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\">About American International University</span></span><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\">: </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\"> </span></p>\n<p>American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait, founded in 2019, offering undergraduate programs based on the American model of higher education. AIU provides degrees in Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Business Administration, with English as the language of instruction. The University is committed to fostering intellectual, cultural, and personal growth, preparing graduates for leadership roles in a global society.</p>\n<p>For more information, visit: <a href=\"http://www.aiu.edu.kw/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.aiu.edu.kw<br></a></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">How to Apply</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p>Interested candidates should visit the Job Opportunities section on our website and submit a resume and cover letter via: <a href=\"https://aiu.edu.kw/careers/jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https://aiu.edu.kw/careers/jobs</a></p>",
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