Jobs For Faculty Of Science Graduates - Al Jahra Kuwait

<p><br></p><p>Job Purpose The Manager Research &amp; Grants Office supports the Assistant Vice President for Research by managing the operational, administrative, and grant-related functions of the Academic Research &amp; Grants Office (RGO). The role ensures efficient coordination of research operations, grant administration, committee activities, faculty and student engagement, institutional reporting, research compliance, and external collaborations while supporting AIU's research strategy, institutional priorities, accreditation requirements, and research visibility.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Research Office Operations</p><p>Manage the daily operations of the Research &amp; Grants Office, including workflow planning, calendars, project tracking, SharePoint, documentation, records management, forms, templates, SOPs, meeting coordination, action tracking, and continuous process improvement to ensure efficient and consistent service delivery.</p><p>Research Grants &amp; Funding Administration</p><p>Coordinate internal and external grant activities, including funding opportunity identification, proposal calls, submission tracking, review processes, award administration, grant documentation, reporting timelines, close-out activities, post-award monitoring, compliance requirements, budget coordination, expenditure tracking, procurement follow-up, and liaison with funding agencies including government, industry, KFAS, and institutional partners.</p><p>Research Ethics &amp; Compliance</p><p>Coordinate the administrative functions of the Research &amp; Ethics Committee by maintaining ethics submissions, committee records, approvals, review documentation, compliance files, conflict of interest records, responsible research practices, publication support, research policies, institutional procedures, and awareness and training programs while ensuring audit-ready documentation.</p><p>Research Reporting &amp; Institutional Effectiveness</p><p>Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports covering research activities, grants, publications, collaborations, partnerships, events, faculty and student engagement, and institutional achievements. Maintain research KPIs, dashboards, executive reports, briefing notes, accreditation evidence, rankings data, research impact documentation, and institutional reporting while coordinating with Institutional Research, academic schools, and administrative departments to ensure data accuracy.</p><p>Faculty &amp; Student Research Support</p><p>Coordinate faculty research initiatives including grant writing support, workshops, publication support, research methodology programs, school-level research activities, and faculty engagement initiatives. Support undergraduate and graduate student research through internships, research showcases, poster competitions, publications, participation tracking, and research development while serving as the primary point of contact for research-related inquiries.</p><p>Research Partnerships &amp; Institutional Visibility</p><p>Coordinate research collaborations with local, regional, and international partners by supporting partnership development, Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), collaborative projects, external visits, invited speakers, research forums, seminars, conferences, workshops, research days, grant information sessions, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with Marketing &amp; Communications to promote research achievements through newsletters, website content, media releases, faculty highlights, and institutional communications while maintaining records supporting research visibility and institutional impact.</p><p>General Responsibilities</p><p>Build effective working relationships with faculty, Deans, academic leaders, administrative departments, students, funding agencies, external partners, and senior leadership. Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Research in support of University priorities.</p><p>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications</p><p>Strong knowledge of research administration, grants management, higher education operations, institutional reporting, research ethics, compliance, and research governance. Excellent project management, planning, organizational, analytical, documentation, and reporting skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare executive reports, presentations, correspondence, committee documentation, and institutional summaries. Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with faculty, academic leadership, administrative departments, students, funding agencies, external partners, and senior executives. High attention to detail, strong follow-up skills, professional judgment, confidentiality, and commitment to continuous improvement. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, Excel, reporting tools, dashboards, project trackers, document repositories, and related technologies.</p><p>Education &amp; Experience Required</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Research Administration, Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Communication, or a related discipline. Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in research administration, grants management, academic administration, institutional reporting, accreditation support, project management, committee administration, or higher education operations. Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, maintaining documentation, preparing reports, managing stakeholders, and supporting institutional initiatives.</p><p>Preferred</p><p>Master's degree in Research Management, Public Administration, Project Management, Education Leadership, Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience within a university research office, grants office, academic affairs, institutional effectiveness, accreditation, research centre, or similar higher education environment. Experience supporting research grants, ethics committees, faculty research, KPI reporting, external funding agencies, research compliance, and project management. Professional certifications in project management, grants management, research administration, compliance, ethics, or institutional reporting are considered an advantage.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of research administration, grants management, higher education operations, institutional reporting, research ethics, compliance, and research governance.</li><li>Excellent project management, planning, organizational, analytical, documentation, and reporting skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare executive reports, presentations, correspondence, committee documentation, and institutional summaries.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with faculty, academic leadership, administrative departments, students, funding agencies, external partners, and senior executives.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong follow-up skills, professional judgment, confidentiality, and commitment to continuous improvement.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, Excel, reporting tools, dashboards, project trackers, document repositories, and related technologies.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Research Administration, Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Communication, or a related discipline.</li><li>Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in research administration, grants management, academic administration, institutional reporting, accreditation support, project management, committee administration, or higher education operations.</li><li>Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, maintaining documentation, preparing reports, managing stakeholders, and supporting institutional initiatives.</li><li>Master's degree in Research Management, Public Administration, Project Management, Education Leadership, Science, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>Experience within a university research office, grants office, academic affairs, institutional effectiveness, accreditation, research centre, or similar higher education environment.</li><li>Experience supporting research grants, ethics committees, faculty research, KPI reporting, external funding agencies, research compliance, and project management.</li><li>Professional certifications in project management, grants management, research administration, compliance, ethics, or institutional reporting are considered an advantage.</li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><br></p><ol> </ol> <p> </p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>Rankings Strategy and Data Submission</p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain AIU's annual Rankings Action Plan, a structured, data-driven roadmap for improving position across all active and target ranking systems, updated each October for Board review</li> <li>Manage all data submissions to QS World University Rankings, QS Stars, Times Higher Education (THE) World and Impact Rankings, Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, and UI GreenMetric, ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and filed before agency deadlines</li> <li>Maintain detailed, up-to-date knowledge of the methodology, data definitions, indicators, and weighting of every active ranking system in AIU's portfolio; monitor changes to methodology and adjust data strategy accordingly</li> <li>Build and maintain the AIU Rankings Data Repository, the single authoritative source of record for all data submitted to external ranking agencies, maintained in a format that enables year-on-year comparison and audit</li> <li>Coordinate with the Institutional Research Office, Registrar, Library, HR, and VP Academic Affairs to collect, verify, and validate all data elements required for ranking submissions</li> <li>Ensure that all data submitted to ranking agencies is accurate, reproducible, and consistent with data published on AIU's public website, no figure may be submitted to a ranking body that cannot be independently verified</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Institutional Benchmarking and Competitive Intelligence</p> <ul> <li>Design and implement an annual benchmarking programme comparing AIU's performance against defined peer groups across Kuwait, the GCC, and internationally, covering student outcomes, faculty productivity, research output, employability, and student-to-faculty ratios</li> <li>Produce the Annual Benchmarking Report for the President, a structured, visual, decision-ready analysis showing AIU's relative position, trajectory, and priority improvement areas</li> <li>Monitor peer institution rankings, accreditation status, programme offerings, and strategic developments, providing the President with quarterly competitive intelligence briefs</li> <li>Identify the specific ranking indicators where AIU has the highest potential for near-term improvement and develop targeted action plans in coordination with the relevant VP or Dean</li> <li>Represent AIU's position accurately in all external comparisons and marketing materials, ensuring no benchmarking claim is made without verified, methodologically sound data</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Academic Reputation and Visibility</p> <ul> <li>Lead AIU's response to the QS and THE academic reputation surveys, coordinating with the President, VPAA, and Deans to identify and engage Kuwaiti, GCC, and international academics who are familiar with AIU's work</li> <li>Lead AIU's response to the QS employer reputation survey, working with VP Engagement &amp; External Relations and Career Services to engage Kuwait and GCC employers who hire AIU graduates</li> <li>Manage and continuously improve AIU's Webometrics profile, overseeing institutional web presence, digital publication of research outputs, and online visibility of faculty and research activity</li> <li>Work with the AVP Research &amp; Innovation to ensure all AIU research publications are indexed in Scopus and Web of Science under the correct institutional affiliation, preventing data loss that would otherwise cost AIU citation metrics</li> <li>Manage AIU's institutional profiles on all ranking agency platforms, QS Top Universities, THE World University Rankings, Scopus Institutions, Google Scholar, keeping information current and complete<br> </li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Strategy Alignment and Internal Reporting</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary point of contact between AIU and all ranking agencies, maintaining professional relationships with QS, THE, and Webometrics account managers</li> <li>Present the Annual Rankings Progress Report to the Board of Trustees alongside the RISE Strategy KPI review, demonstrating measurable movement on ranking indicators</li> <li>Advise the President, VPAA, and Deans on the ranking implications of institutional decisions, including faculty hiring, research investment, program development, and student recruitment strategy</li> <li>Coordinate with the Accreditation Liaison Officer to ensure that ranking data submissions are consistent with WSCUC self-study data, no gap or contradiction between accreditation and ranking evidence</li> <li>Contribute to the Annual Institutional Effectiveness Report the rankings and benchmarking.</li> <li>Train and brief faculty, administrators, and Deans on ranking methodologies, what each indicator measures, and what faculty behavior, particularly in research and publication directly affects AIU's ranking position</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Reporting Departments (If Applicable)</p> <p> </p> <p>Minimum Qualifications: </p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Terminal degree (PhD or equivalent doctorate) from an accredited institution, preferably in higher education management, educational measurement, data science, institutional research, information science, or a related field</li> <li>Master's degree holders with exceptional and directly relevant ranking agency experience may be considered at the discretion of the President</li></ul></div></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Position: Director of Institute of Private Training Classification: Senior Administrative and Academic Leadership- Director Level Reports To: VP for university engagements 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, Business Administration, Arts and Sciences, and Education, 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. AIU is executing its RISE Strategy 2PHONE_NUMBER, a five-year institutional transformation encompassing research development, international institutional accreditation, student success, and community engagement. A central strategic objective is establishing AIU's presence in international university rankings and benchmarking its performance against regional and global peers. The Director of Global Excellence and Benchmarking leads this agenda. For more information, visit: www.aiu.edu.kw Department Profile The Institute for Private Training (IPT) is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering executive education, professional development, customized corporate training, consultancy services, and workforce development programmes. IPT collaborates with government entities, private sector organizations, international institutions, and professional associations to deliver high-quality learning solutions that address national priorities and industry needs. The Institute plays a strategic role in strengthening AIU's engagement with external stakeholders, diversifying institutional revenue, enhancing professional education, and supporting the University's contribution to national human capital development. Scope of Work The Director of the Institute for Private Training (IPT) provides strategic leadership for AIU's executive education, professional development, and workforce development initiatives. Reporting to the Vice President for University Engagements, the Director is responsible for developing and implementing the Institute's strategic vision, expanding its portfolio of professional training and executive education programmes, ensuring operational excellence, and driving sustainable business growth. Working in close collaboration with the Partnership Office under the Office of the Vice President for University Engagements, the Director will identify, establish, and strengthen strategic partnerships with government entities, private sector organizations, international universities, professional associations, and industry leaders. These partnerships will support the co-development of executive education programmes, customized corporate training, professional certifications, consultancy services, applied research initiatives, and other collaborative activities that advance AIU's strategic objectives and contribute to Kuwait Vision 2035. The Director will lead business development activities, identify emerging market opportunities, oversee programme quality and financial performance, promote innovation in executive education, and position IPT as a leading provider of professional training and lifelong learning within Kuwait and the GCC region. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the strategic plan for the Institute for Private Training in alignment with AIU's RISE Strategy and Kuwait Vision 2035. Lead the growth and development of executive education, professional development, customized corporate training, consultancy services, and lifelong learning initiatives. Develop sustainable business strategies to increase institutional revenue through executive education, corporate training, professional certification programmes, and strategic partnerships. Work closely with the Partnership Office to establish and strengthen collaborations with government entities, private sector organizations, international universities, accreditation bodies, and professional organizations. Identify emerging workforce development needs and design innovative programmes that respond to market demand. Lead the development, implementation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of executive education and professional training programmes. Expand AIU's portfolio of internationally recognized professional certifications and executive education offerings. Prepare annual business plans, operational plans, budgets, and key performance indicators to ensure sustainable institutional growth. Monitor programme quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and operational effectiveness using measurable performance indicators. Promote innovation, digital learning, artificial intelligence applications, and emerging technologies within executive education and professional training. Represent AIU and IPT at national, regional, and international events, conferences, and professional forums to enhance institutional visibility and establish new strategic opportunities. Collaborate with AIU's academic schools, research centers, and administrative departments to develop interdisciplinary professional education programmes. Ensure compliance with all relevant University policies and applicable regulatory and quality assurance requirements Reporting Departments (If Applicable) Institute for Private Training (IPT) Coordinator Minimum Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Business Administration, Management, Information Systems, Data Science, Organizational Development, Strategic Management, or a related field. A Master's degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred. Experience Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in executive education, professional training, higher education, organizational development, workforce development, consulting, or a related field. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, business development, and institutional or organizational growth. Proven experience in establishing and managing partnerships with government entities, private sector organizations, international institutions, or professional associations. Experience in developing and delivering executive education, professional certification, customized training, or workforce development programmes. Demonstrated experience managing budgets, generating revenue, and achieving business growth objectives.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>Education</b> Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Business Administration, Management, Information Systems, Data Science, Organizational Development, Strategic Management, or a related field. A Master's degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.</p><p><b>Experience</b> Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in executive education, professional training, higher education, organizational development, workforce development, consulting, or a related field. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, business development, and institutional or organizational growth. Proven experience in establishing and managing partnerships with government entities, private sector organizations, international institutions, or professional associations. Experience in developing and delivering executive education, professional certification, customized training, or workforce development programmes. Demonstrated experience managing budgets, generating revenue, and achieving business growth objectives. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and working with senior executives, government officials, and external stakeholders.</p><p><b>Technical Knowledge</b> Strategic planning and institutional development. Executive education and professional training management. Business development and partnership management. Programme design and quality assurance. Budgeting and financial management. Digital learning platforms and emerging educational technologies. Performance management and KPI development.</p><p><b>Skills and Competencies</b> Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and foster a high-performance culture. Excellent knowledge of private training, professional development, and continuing education best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is an advantage. Knowledge of workforce development trends, professional certifications, and industry training requirements.</p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b><p>Master's degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, Information Systems, Data Science, Strategic Management, Organizational Development, or a related field. Experience working with higher education institutions, executive education centers, or professional training organizations. Experience establishing strategic partnerships with government entities, private sector organizations, international institutions, or professional associations. Demonstrated success in business development, revenue generation, and expanding professional training or executive education services. Experience developing customized corporate training, executive education, consultancy, or professional certification programmes. Knowledge of Kuwait's higher education sector, workforce development priorities, and Kuwait Vision 2035. Experience managing international collaborations and cross-sector partnerships. Experience integrating digital technologies, AI-enabled solutions, or innovative learning approaches into professional training and executive education. Professional certifications in leadership, project management, quality management, executive education, or organizational development are considered an asset.</p><p></p></section>

<p><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Job Summary</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11px;"> The IT Support Technician is responsible for providing frontline technical support to faculty, staff, and students at American International University (AIU). This role focuses on day-to-day troubleshooting, deployment, and maintenance of end-user technology, classrooms, laboratories, offices, academic software environments, and event-related IT systems. The position ensures a high level of service availability, responsiveness, and user satisfaction across the campus.</span></p><p>Role Impact This role directly supports the continuity of academic instruction and administrative operations by ensuring that technology issues are resolved promptly and learning and working environments remain fully functional. The IT Support Technician plays a key role in minimizing downtime, supporting classroom and laboratory readiness, enabling successful university events, and ensuring effective use of institutional technology resources for students, faculty, and staff.</p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>IT Support &amp; Helpdesk Operations</p><ul><li>Provide desktop and end-user support for PCs, laptops, printers, and peripherals across the university.</li><li>Install, configure, and set up new computer systems, hardware, and standard software images.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve hardware, operating system, and application issues in a timely and efficient manner.</li><li>Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests using the IT Helpdesk Ticketing System (ServiceDesk Plus).</li><li>Support and train users on key university applications including Microsoft 365, Canvas LMS, and Banner SIS.</li><li>Assist students, faculty, and staff with login issues, access problems, and basic authentication-related troubleshooting.</li><li>Conduct IT orientation and onboarding support for new faculty and staff members.</li><li>Test and validate software updates, patches, and application deployments prior to or following rollout.</li><li>Printing Student and Staff ID Cards and granting necessary access.</li><li>Escalate unresolved or complex issues to the Technology Support Coordinator with appropriate documentation.</li></ul><p>Classroom, Lab &amp; Office Technology Support</p><ul><li>Support daily operations of classrooms, laboratories, meeting rooms, and offices to ensure technology readiness.</li><li>Assist with setup, testing, and troubleshooting of audio-visual systems, presentation equipment, and hybrid learning tools.</li><li>Perform pre-session checks to ensure systems are operational for classes, exams, and meetings.</li></ul><p>Academic Software &amp; Lab Environment Support</p><ul><li>Install, configure, and maintain academic and instructional software within computer laboratories in coordination with Academic Affairs and IT leadership.</li><li>Provide operational support for academic software platforms used in teaching and learning environments.</li><li>Assist students and faculty with software access, licensing issues, and application-related troubleshooting during lab sessions.</li><li>Ensure lab systems are configured consistently and remain compliant with academic and licensing requirements.</li><li>Support testing and validation of academic software updates prior to semester rollouts.</li></ul><p>Endpoint Deployment &amp; Asset Support</p><ul><li>Assist with deployment, imaging, configuration, and replacement of Windows 10/11 PCs, laptops, and shared systems.</li><li>Maintain and update IT asset inventory, including computers, peripherals, and assigned equipment.</li><li>Support ID card printing management systems and associated hardware as required.</li></ul><p>User &amp; System Administration</p><ul><li>Assist with domain access, user account creation, and email registration under established procedures.</li><li>Administer and maintain Active Directory accounts, group memberships, and basic permissions.</li><li>Support Microsoft 365 user accounts, email configuration, and collaboration tools.</li><li>Assist with user account setup, password resets, access requests, and basic identity-related troubleshooting.</li><li>Support faculty, staff, and students in the effective use of Microsoft 365, email, and collaboration tools.</li></ul><p>Network &amp; Infrastructure Support</p><ul><li>Assist with basic network connectivity troubleshooting and performance-related issues.</li><li>Support setup and management of laptops, projectors, and presentation equipment for classrooms and meetings.</li><li>Support System Administrator and Network Engineer with diagnostics and implementation of systems.</li></ul><p>Event Technology &amp; Technical Support</p><ul><li>Coordinate the setup, configuration, and testing of technical requirements for university events, workshops, forums, and special activities.</li><li>Provide on-site technical support during events to ensure uninterrupted operation of systems, presentations, and audio-visual equipment.</li><li>Perform basic analysis of event technical requirements and proactively identify necessary systems, equipment, and configurations based on event type, scale, and venue.</li><li>Demonstrate initiative in understanding requestor requirements and independently preparing appropriate technical solutions.</li><li>Coordinate with the Events Department, internal IT teams, and external vendors to deliver reliable event technology support.</li><li>Assist with setting up and teardown of event-related technology before and after events.</li></ul><p>Time Attendance System Administration</p><ul><li>Support administration and operational use of the Time Attendance System (COSEC).</li><li>Generate payroll-related attendance reports and weekly faculty attendance reports as required.</li><li>Upload and maintain monthly shift schedules within the COSEC system based on approved rosters.</li><li>Implement approved shift changes and schedule updates requested by the HR Department.</li><li>Assist with troubleshooting attendance discrepancies and system-related issues in coordination with HR and IT leadership.</li></ul><p>Documentation, Regulatory Compliance, and Continuous Improvement</p><ul><li>Document resolved issues, troubleshooting steps, and common fixes to support knowledge sharing.</li><li>Follow IT policies, SOPs, security guidelines, and service standards.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to processes or configurations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>Diploma or bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Entry-level or relevant IT certifications are an advantage (e.g., Microsoft, CompTIA, or equivalent).

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><br></p><ol> </ol> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>1. IT Strategy, Governance and Presidential Advisory</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the President's primary technology advisor translating institutional strategic objectives into technology investment decisions, capability roadmaps, and implementation sequencing</li> <li>Develop, own, and execute AIU's multi-year Technology Strategic Plan, updated annually and aligned with the RISE Strategy 2026 2030 KPIs and the WSCUC accreditation evidence requirements</li> <li>Establish and chair the AIU Technology Governance Committee a cross-functional body including the VPAA, VP Administration &amp; Finance, VP Enrollment, and Faculty Council representative to set institutional technology priorities and resolve competing demands on IT resources</li> <li>Present quarterly technology performance reports to the President and an annual technology state-of-institution report to the Board of Trustees in plain language, not technical language</li> <li>Manage the IT budget with full accountability for return on investment: technology spend must be justified by measurable institutional outcomes, not by technical preference</li> <li>Lead all major technology vendor selection, contract negotiation, and relationship management ensuring AIU obtains best-value agreements and maintains leverage with strategic technology partners</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>Reporting Departments (If Applicable)</p> <ul> <li>Executive Director of Information Technology: day-to-day IT operations, helpdesk, infrastructure, and enterprise platform administration</li> <li>Digital Transformation Office Director: program management for all transformation initiatives, process automation, and workflow digitalization</li> <li>Cybersecurity &amp; Data Governance Lead: information security, data governance standards, and compliance</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Minimum Qualifications: </p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Doctorate (PhD) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field strongly preferred</li> <li>Master's degree in a relevant discipline required as a minimum; candidates with a master's and exceptional, directly relevant GCC higher education CIO experience will be considered</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Minimum ten (10) years of progressive technology leadership experience, with at least five (5) years at CIO, Deputy CIO, or equivalent executive level in a higher education institution</li> <li>Demonstrated experience leading campus digital transformation, specifically the transition of institutional processes from manual, Excel, and SharePoint-based workflows to integrated, automated enterprise systems</li> <li>Proven track record in selecting, implementing, and optimizing enterprise university platforms, particularly Banner (SIS), Canvas (LMS), Salesforce (CRM), Oracle or equivalent ERP, and business intelligence tools</li> <li>Experience building and executing AI strategies in an institutional or enterprise context, not theoretical familiarity with AI, but demonstrated deployment of AI tools that delivered measurable operational improvements</li> <li>Experience working in GCC higher education is a significant advantage, candidates with UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, or comparable Gulf university CIO experience are strongly preferred</li> <li>Experience managing technology in a context of accreditation preparation, WASC, AACSB, ABET, or comparable quality assurance framework, is a substantial advantage</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Technical Knowledge</p> <ul> <li>Deep proficiency with higher education enterprise platforms: Ellucian Banner or equivalent SIS, Canvas or comparable LMS, Salesforce or equivalent CRM, Oracle Fusion/EBS or equivalent ERP, Tableau or equivalent BI</li> <li>Cloud architecture and management expertise: Azure, AWS, or GCP, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS governance, cloud migration strategy, and hybrid infrastructure management</li> <li>AI and machine learning application: practical experience deploying AI tools in an institutional setting, student success analytics, process automation, natural language processing, or predictive modelling</li> <li>Cybersecurity governance: demonstrated knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001, NIST frameworks, and risk-based security program management, including incident response and business continuity planning</li> <li>Data governance and integration: experience designing data governance frameworks, master data management standards, and system integration architectures that eliminate data silos</li> <li>DevOps and automation: familiarity with modern DevOps practices, RPA tools, and workflow automation platforms that reduce manual administrative workload</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Leadership and Interpersonal Competencies</p> <ul> <li>The ability to translate complex technology concepts into clear business and strategic language for Board members, the President, Deans, and faculty, technology leadership at the C-suite level is fundamentally a communication role</li> <li>Demonstrated change management capability, the ability to lead people through technology-driven organizational change with empathy, clarity, and persistence</li> <li>Service-oriented leadership: AIU's IT function exists to serve students, faculty, and staff, the CIO must model and build a culture where the technology team measures its success by the outcomes it enables, not the systems it manages</li> <li>Executive-level stakeholder engagement: the CIO sits on the Senior Leadership Team and must be an effective, credible peer contributor to institutional strategy discussions that extend beyond technology</li> </ul> <p><br></p></div></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><b>Job Title:</b> Full-Time Faculty Position Biology and Biotechnology</p><p><b>Classification:</b> Faculty (Institutional Support)</p><p><b>Reports To:</b> Dean, School of Arts and Sciences</p><p><b>Location:</b> Kuwait City, Kuwait</p><p><span >.</span></p><p><b>Scope of Work</b></p><p>The Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences serves as the chief academic officer, providing strategic vision and operational leadership for the School. The Dean promotes excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community engagement; supports innovative academic programs; and advances diversity in faculty and student recruitment. The role also involves fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, strengthening connections with local and international communities, and enhancing the School's visibility and resources to support its academic mission and future growth.</p><p><b>Job Purpose</b></p><p>American International University (AIU) invites applications for Full-Time Faculty positions from qualified and motivated individuals committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Faculty members will contribute to the academic mission of the University by delivering high-quality teaching, supporting curriculum development, engaging in scholarly activities, mentoring students, and participating in departmental and institutional initiatives.</p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>Full-time faculty members will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Biology and Biotechnology, developing and updating course materials, assessing student learning outcomes, and contributing to program development and accreditation activities. Faculty members are also expected to engage in research and scholarly activities, provide academic advising, and participate actively in departmental committees and community outreach initiatives.</p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><p>Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Microbiology or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.</p><p>Demonstrated university-level teaching experience in relevant subject areas.</p><p>Strong oral and written communication skills in English.</p><p>Evidence of research productivity and scholarly engagement.</p><p>Commitment to student-centered teaching and academic excellence.</p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><p>Industry or professional experience relevant to Biotechnology or Biological Sciences.</p><p>Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation processes.</p><p>Expertise in emerging areas of Biotechnology, including 3-D Bioprinting, Clinical Sciences, Tissue Engineering, Bioinformatics, Genomics, and related fields.</p><p>Experience in supervising student research projects and internships.</p><p>Proficiency in the use of educational technologies and learning management systems.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Teaching and Learning</b></p><p>Teach courses (minimum 12 credit hours per week) which may include General Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, and specialized and applied Biotechnology courses covering clinical sciences/Tissue engineering/Bioinformatics.</p><p>Develop course syllabi, instructional materials, laboratory activities, and assessments.</p><p>Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.</p><p>Maintain accurate academic records in accordance with university policies.</p><p>Collaborate with faculty in curriculum development.</p><p>Actively contribute to the intellectual and cultural growth of AIU s academic community.</p><p><b>Research and Scholarly Activities</b></p><p>Conduct research and scholarly activities within the candidate s area of expertise.</p><p>Support undergraduate student research initiatives.</p><p><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies</b></p><p>Strong subject-matter expertise in Biology and Biotechnology.</p><p>Effective classroom management and student engagement skills.</p><p>Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural academic environment.</p><p>Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.</p><p><b>Employment Type</b></p><p>Full-Time Faculty Position</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph">Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Microbiology or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.<br>Demonstrated university-level teaching experience in relevant subject areas.<br>Strong oral and written communication skills in English.<br>Evidence of research productivity and scholarly engagement.<br>Commitment to student-centered teaching and academic excellence.<br>Industry or professional experience relevant to Biotechnology or Biological Sciences.<br>Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation processes.<br>Expertise in emerging areas of Biotechnology, including 3-D Bioprinting, Clinical Sciences, Tissue Engineering, Bioinformatics, Genomics, and related fields.<br>Experience in supervising student research projects and internships.<br>Proficiency in the use of educational technologies and learning management systems.</p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Position: Director, Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA) Classification: Director Level Reports To: Vice President for Academic Affairs About The American International University American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait, founded in 2019, offering undergraduate programs in Engineering, Architecture and Design, Business Administration, Arts and Sciences, and Education, delivered in English on the American model of higher education. AIU serves a community of over 3,000 students and is executing the RISE Strategy 2.0, a five-year institutional transformation anchored in research development, WSCUC international accreditation, student success, and community engagement. Faculty excellence is one of AIU's greatest strategic assets and an essential enabler of every pillar of the RISE Strategy. Outstanding teaching, meaningful scholarship, effective service, academic leadership, and institutional innovation all depend upon attracting, supporting, developing, recognising, and retaining exceptional faculty. The Director of the Office of Faculty Affairs is responsible for creating an institutional environment in which faculty thrive throughout their academic careers, strengthening academic excellence, shared governance, leadership development, and institutional effectiveness while supporting AIU's ambitions for WSCUC accreditation and long-term academic distinction. For more information, visit: www.aiu.edu.kw Department Profile The Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA) is AIU's institutional hub for faculty success, academic engagement, academic career development, shared governance, and institutional faculty excellence. Operating under the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Office serves all Schools, the Foundation Programme, and future graduate programmes, working collaboratively with more than 120 full-time faculty together with adjunct, visiting, and future clinical faculty. The Office is established as one of AIU's strategic academic support units under the RISE Strategy, with the Director serving as its founding leader responsible for developing the Office's policies, programmes, partnerships, operational culture, and long-term strategic direction. Working collaboratively with Human Resources, Deans, Department Chairs, the Centre for Teaching &amp; Learning, the Office of Graduate Studies, the Office of Research and Scholarly Activity, the Registrar, Quality Assurance, Student Affairs, Library Services, and other institutional units, the Director ensures that faculty-related academic matters are coordinated consistently across the University while maintaining a clear distinction from Human Resources' employment responsibilities. The Office complements but does not replace the responsibilities of Human Resources. Human Resources remains responsible for employment administration, contracts, payroll, benefits, immigration, and employee relations, while the Office of Faculty Affairs provides academic leadership, coordination, guidance, and support on matters relating to faculty success, academic development, governance, academic progression, recognition, and institutional effectiveness. The Office carries four interconnected institutional mandates: 1. Faculty Success &amp; Engagement Building an academic environment in which faculty are supported throughout every stage of their academic careers through mentoring, engagement, recognition, wellbeing, professional growth, leadership development, and institutional support. 2. Academic Career Development &amp; Recognition Supporting promotion, academic rank progression, leadership development, succession planning, recognition, awards, and continuous academic growth. 3. Academic Policies &amp; Shared Governance Promoting transparent governance, institutional consistency, academic integrity, faculty participation in decision-making, and continuous policy development. 4. Institutional Excellence &amp; Faculty Effectiveness Supporting institutional effectiveness, accreditation, academic quality, faculty engagement, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration in support of AIU's long-term academic mission. Scope of Work The Director of the Office of Faculty Affairs provides strategic and operational leadership across six interconnected institutional domains that collectively support faculty excellence, institutional effectiveness, academic quality, and shared governance. The Director serves as the University's principal academic administrator for faculty affairs, providing leadership in the development and implementation of faculty-related academic policies, career development initiatives, governance structures, recognition programmes, academic support services, and institutional planning. The Director is simultaneously a strategic advisor, policy leader, governance specialist, faculty advocate, organisational developer, and institutional partner. This is not a role focused on employment administration; rather, it is a leadership position responsible for creating an institutional environment in which faculty are supported, recognised, developed, and empowered to contribute fully to AIU's academic mission. The Director operates primarily as a strategic leader, advisor, facilitator, and institutional partner, working collaboratively with Human Resources and other University offices rather than duplicating their operational responsibilities. This position requires a leader capable of building relationships across the institution, promoting collaboration, supporting faculty success, and ensuring that faculty-related academic processes are fair, transparent, consistent, and aligned with AIU's strategic priorities. Key Responsibilities 1. Faculty Success and Academic Engagement Develop a comprehensive institutional strategy supporting faculty success throughout the academic career lifecycle. Establish and coordinate faculty mentoring programmes for new, early-career, international, and newly promoted faculty. Coordinate faculty orientation and academic transition activities in collaboration with Human Resources and the Centre for Teaching &amp; Learning. Promote interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty across schools. Develop programmes supporting faculty engagement and institutional belonging. Coordinate faculty networking events, retreats, academic forums, and engagement initiatives. Support faculty wellbeing through collaboration with relevant institutional offices. Facilitate communication between Academic Affairs and faculty. Serve as an accessible resource for faculty seeking guidance on academic policies and procedures. Promote an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative academic culture. Coordinate faculty recognition and appreciation initiatives. Support retention of high-performing faculty through engagement initiatives. Develop institutional faculty engagement and satisfaction surveys.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><h2>Minimum Qualifications:</h2><p><strong>Education</strong></p><ul><li>Earned doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) from an accredited institution.</li><li>Academic qualifications suitable for appointment to an academic rank at Assistant Professor or above. Associate Professor or Professor preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration, including at least three (3) years in academic leadership.</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting faculty affairs, academic governance, promotion, faculty development, or academic administration within a university environment.</li><li>Experience developing and implementing faculty-related academic policies and procedures.</li><li>Experience supporting faculty promotion, academic rank, faculty evaluation, mentoring, or academic career development.</li><li>Human Resources, and senior administrators.</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting accreditation, institutional effectiveness, or quality assurance initiatives.</li><li>Experience preparing reports, policy papers, committee documentation, and institutional analyses.</li><li>Experience working in a multicultural higher education environment; GCC experience is desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Technical and Professional Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive understanding of faculty affairs administration in higher education.</li><li>Knowledge of academic governance principles and shared governance models.</li><li>Knowledge of faculty promotion, academic rank, faculty evaluation, mentoring, and academic career development.</li><li>Knowledge of higher education regulations, accreditation requirements, and institutional quality assurance.</li><li>Understanding of faculty workload models and academic staffing principles.</li><li>Knowledge of faculty lifecycle management from an academic perspective.</li><li>Familiarity with faculty information systems and institutional reporting.</li><li>Knowledge of WSCUC accreditation standards and their relationship to faculty qualifications, governance, institutional effectiveness, and academic quality.</li><li>Understanding of higher education policy development and institutional governance.</li><li>Familiarity with American-model higher education systems is highly desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills, Competencies and Personal Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to establish trust and credibility with faculty, academic leaders, and senior administrators.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Strong diplomacy and conflict resolution skills.</li><li>Ability to manage confidential and sensitive faculty matters with discretion and professionalism.</li><li>Excellent organisational, analytical, and project management abilities.</li><li>Ability to facilitate collaboration across multiple academic and administrative units.</li><li>Commitment to shared governance, transparency, fairness, and collegiality.</li><li>Ability to balance institutional priorities with faculty interests.</li><li>Excellent written communication skills, including policy writing and report preparation.</li><li>Strategic thinking with the ability to translate institutional priorities into practical initiatives.</li><li>Commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.</li><li>Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively within an international university environment.</li><li>High ethical standards, sound judgement, and professional integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience serving as Director of Faculty Affairs, Associate Dean, Dean, or other senior academic leadership position.</li><li>Experience establishing or significantly enhancing a Faculty Affairs Office or equivalent academic support unit.</li><li>Experience supporting faculty promotion, academic rank assignment, mentoring programmes, or academic leadership development.</li><li>Experience working within an American-model university.</li><li>Experience contributing to institutional or programme accreditation processes, including WSCUC or comparable accreditation frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with higher education in the Gulf region and Private Universities Council (PUC) requirements.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership in faculty engagement, recognition, or wellbeing initiatives.</li><li>Evidence of scholarly achievement and active engagement in higher education leadership.</li></ul><p></p></section>