Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Graphic Design (Relocation to Kuwait is Required)

Full-time Faculty, Graphic Design (Relocation to Kuwait is Required)

This position accepts local candidates only.

Classification: Faculty (Institutional Support)

Reports To: Dean, School of Architecture and Design

Location: Saad Al Abdullah, Kuwait

About The American International University

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.

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

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 Summary:
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, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will specialize in Illustration and Printmaking and demonstrate excellence in studio-based teaching, an active research and/or professional creative practice, and engagement with both traditional and contemporary visual communication methodologies. The appointee will contribute to undergraduate education, curriculum development, student mentorship, accreditation readiness, 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.

Qualifications

Required

• Academic Credentials:
  PhD in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related field; or MFA in Graphic Design, Illustration, or Printmaking from an accredited institution.

• Teaching Experience:
  Minimum of five years of university-level teaching experience (for senior ranks), with demonstrated excellence in studio-based instruction in illustration and/or printmaking.

• Professional Expertise:
  Strong portfolio evidencing professional and/or research-based work in illustration and printmaking.

• Technical Skills:
  Proficiency in traditional printmaking techniques and digital design software (Adobe Creative Cloud, illustration platforms, digital print workflows).

• Research and Scholarship:
  Evidence of peer-reviewed publications, exhibitions, creative production, or recognized professional practice.

• Communication Skills:
  Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

• Cultural Competency:
  Experience working effectively in multicultural academic environments.

Preferred

• Emerging and Hybrid Practices:
  Experience integrating digital fabrication, experimental print processes, or AI-assisted illustration tools.

• Accreditation Experience:
  Familiarity with NASAD or similar international accreditation standards.

• Industry Engagement:
  Professional practice experience in publishing, branding, editorial illustration, or print studios.

• Capstone Supervision:
  Experience supervising senior thesis or graduation projects.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
  Record of collaborative research or externally funded creative initiatives.

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 on August 30, 2026.