Vacancy for: Faculty of Applied Science and Arts ´

Ref Code: II8.3.2

The German University in Cairo- GUC (Cairo - Campus)
Faculty of Applied Science and Arts

The Faculty of Applied Science and Arts invites highly able and motivated applicants in the graphic design department, vacancies to be filled by Spring semester (February 2019) or Winter Semester (September 2019).

The Faculty of Applied Science and Arts enrolls 1,250 students across three design majors: Graphic, Product and Media Design.

Responsibilities:

The position will focus on developing and training Arabic, Latin typography and layout skills. The applicant should have previous experience in Arabic and Latin typography, type setting and layout. Type design experience would be an asset. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Requirements, experience and skills:

• Academic Title will be assigned to successful applicants based on the highest degree achieved, industrial experience, teaching and research experience.
• Knowledgeable about current and future approaches within the field of design.
• Curiosity to widen the perception within the design discipline and thus create a foundation for design oriented actions and mindsets.
• Strong commitment to progressive design education principles regarding a self-organized and responsible design study.
• Understanding of the implications of design practice within social, cultural, economic, scientific or technological contexts.
• Ability to work well with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds, professional experience and aesthetic sensibilities.
• Ability to structure and define project goals in order to foster and motivate positive experiences.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills in English, which is the teaching language.
• Good management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, communicate and motivate effectively.
• An interest in working collaboratively within the GUC and with external partners towards the development of shared projects.

pplication Instructions:

Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae including: employment history, a statement outlining research and teaching interests, list of publications and projects undertaken and names of at least three referees, motivational letter and an online access to a portfolio of their work.
Applications to be submitted using the below link by referencing posting: #ref II8.3.2

www.guc.edu.eg

Submissions will be reviewed starting on 21^st of December, but applications are welcome until the position is filled
For further information, please contact the Human Resources Department (hr@guc.edu.eg)