Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering

Job Title: Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Civil 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 programmes in Engineering and Computing, Architecture and Design, Business, Arts and Sciences, and Education, delivered in English on the American model of higher education. AIU serves a community of more than 3,000 students and is implementing the RISE Strategy 2026–2030, a five-year institutional transformation anchored in research development, WSCUC 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 Civil 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

• Teach undergraduate Civil Engineering courses with a strong focus on practical and industry-based learning.

• Integrate real-world engineering practices, construction projects, case studies, standards, and codes into teaching.
• Support teaching in areas such as structures, construction, geotechnical engineering, transportation, water resources, and environmental engineering.
• Maintain strong industry connections and stay current with new technologies, construction practices, and Civil Engineering trends.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of university-level teaching experience, with demonstrated excellence in teaching and student engagement.
• Strong knowledge of current Civil Engineering practices, standards, and technologies.

• Ability to connect classroom teaching with real-world engineering and construction practices.

• Proficiency with relevant engineering software, digital tools, BIM, simulation, or analytical tools.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, teamwork, and organizational skills in English.

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 in Spring Semester 2027.