Job description

Job Title: Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

Classification: Academic Affairs

Location: Jahra, Kuwait

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 Engineering Profile

The School of Engineering and & Computing at the American International University in Kuwait comprises the departments of Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The school offers Bachelor of Science (BSc) degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The school is committed to providing excellence in education through highly qualified faculty members with extensive backgrounds and experience.”  

Position Summary

The School of Engineering and Computing invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Computer Engineering at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, maintain an active research profile, and engage with emerging technologies and methodologies. Responsibilities include undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, research, and institutional service, while contributing to a collaborative, inclusive, student-centered, and multicultural academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, student-centered undergraduate courses in Computer Engineering and related disciplines.

• Teach core and advanced topics such as Digital Logic Design, Microcomputers, Introduction to Data Structures & Algorithms, Image Processing and Robot Vision, Cyber-Physical Systems and Programmable Controllers
  

• Develop and deliver hands-on laboratory experiences that integrate current technologies, industry standards, simulation tools, and practical engineering applications.

• Incorporate AI, emerging technologies, computational tools, and industry-standard engineering software into teaching, laboratories, and research.
• Develop, review, and continuously improve curricula, course materials, laboratory activities, and assessment strategies in alignment with industry and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and professional organizations on teaching, research, innovation, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Support ABET and other regional and international accreditation, program assessment, quality assurance, and continuous improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of university-level teaching experience, with demonstrated excellence in Computer Engineering education.

• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of Computer Engineering, with strong knowledge of fundamental engineering principles.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software, simulation platforms, programming tools, and laboratory technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with strong interpersonal, organizational, advising, and mentoring abilities.

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 by 3 January 2027.