At DIDI, the mathematics course is about teaching the visual link between numbers and design, ranging from the golden mean to the Fibonacci series, and to more advanced studies in network theory. As designers, our learners need to develop skills in connecting visual problem-solving with applied mathematics.

DIDI is interested in subject specialists, especially individuals who defy categorization because of their ability to work across different disciplines. A good understanding of how design bridges between rapid technological advances and disruptive strategic forces is a must.

The 3-credit lecture course meets twice a week for 90-minute sessions over fifteen weeks, starting in late January 2022 and ending in mid-May 2022. The course requires delivering engaging lectures and activities for the duration. Successful candidates will be forward looking, employing innovative and engaged learning methodologies.

REQUIREMENTS

Passion

• Passion and drive for teaching and a willingness to contribute to a nourishing academic environment, to create a more caring, inclusive, and sustainable future—by design.
• Ability to stimulate and inspire students with engaging, critical, and empowering pedagogic approaches.
• Keen interest to work in a collaborative environment, and ability to be flexible and adaptive and see opportunity in challenge.

Professionalism

• A PhD in a field of mathematics, physics, network theory, or related field.
• A minimum of five years teaching experience in higher education.

Proficiencies

• Engaged learning methods and beyond.
• Communication and visual storytelling.
• Academic writing.

Start date is January 2022. Remuneration is commensurate with degree and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until vacancies are filled. Please submit a CV, cover letter, and three recommendation letters to employment@didi.ac.ae.

At DIDI, the Ecology course is about exploring the principles of ecology and their implications for analyzing environmental problems. The focus is on understanding the processes controlling the dynamics of populations, communities, and ecosystems. Successful candidates will be forward looking and responsible for delivering engaging and transdisciplinary course content. Teaching involves engaged lectures in environmental studies that intersect with fields such as innovation, human-computer interaction, futurism, and lateral thinking.

DIDI is interested in subject specialists, especially individuals who defy categorization because of their ability to work across different disciplines. A good understanding of how design bridges between rapid technological advances and disruptive strategic forces is a must.

The 3-credit lecture course meets twice a week for 90-minute sessions over fifteen weeks, starting in early January 2022 and ending in mid-May 2022. The course requires delivering engaging lectures and activities for the duration. This would be the first time DIDI offers this course: the candidate will be expected to develop the syllabus based on material initially created by MIT and the Dean. For this reason, the position will be open in early January to allow time for preparation, development, and approval.

REQUIREMENTS

Passion

• Passion and drive for teaching and a willingness to contribute to a nourishing academic environment, to create a more caring, inclusive, and sustainable future—by design.
• Ability to stimulate and inspire students with engaging, critical, and empowering pedagogic approaches.
• Keen interest to work in a collaborative environment, and ability to be flexible and adaptive and see opportunity in challenge.

Professionalism

• A PhD in a field of ecology, sociology, anthropology, technology, or related field.
• A minimum of five years teaching experience in higher education.

Proficiencies

• Engaged learning methods and beyond.
• Communication and visual storytelling.
• Academic writing.

Start date is January 2022. Remuneration is commensurate with degree and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until vacancies are filled. Please submit a CV, cover letter, and three recommendation letters to employment@didi.ac.ae

At DIDI, Fashion Design focuses on designing artefacts for the body, rethinking the fashion industry using new approaches to achieve innovative, sustainable, and responsible design solutions for now and the future. Successful candidates will be forward looking and responsible for delivering engaging and transdisciplinary course content. Teaching involves engaged, hands-on studios, applied workshops, and lectures in fashion design that intersect with fields such as sustainability, ethics, biomaterials, and additive manufacturing.

DIDI is interested in subject specialists, especially individuals who defy categorization because of their ability to work across different disciplines. A good understanding of how design bridges between rapid technological advances and disruptive strategic forces is a must.

REQUIREMENTS

The teaching load is estimated at twelve credits per semester, including teaching studio, workshop, and lecture. The role also includes advising and mentoring students, research, and supporting the university in building the program. In addition, DIDI seeks the following proficiencies, professionalism, and passion.

Passion

• Passion and drive for teaching and a willingness to contribute to a nourishing academic environment, to create a more caring, inclusive, and sustainable future—by design.
• Ability to stimulate and inspire students with engaging, critical, and empowering pedagogic approaches.
• Keen interest to work in a collaborative environment, build a team at a relatively new university, and ability to be flexible and adaptive and see opportunity in challenge.

Professionalism

• A PhD or terminal degree in a field related to fashion design.
• A minimum of five years teaching experience in higher education, supported by a portfolio of high-quality student work.
• A minimum of three years professional experience in design practice and research, supported by a portfolio of design projects.
• Experience with conceptual design methods involving critical theory, such as critical or speculative design.
• Experience with traditional and emergent approaches, including digital fashion design software and 3D fabrication for fashion is desirable.

Proficiencies

• ChallengingÒ Develop critical, conceptual, and progressive approaches that radically rethink the industry on an ethical and semiotic level.
• CoreÒ Apply ethical design principles to the body, senses, and tactility, with a socially and environmentally, sustainable, and research-based approach.
• ConventionalÒ Teach the basics fashion history, culture, and theory with a focus on user-centered fashion design and art direction, including drawing, visualization, and digital skills, as well as pattern cutting, draping, garment construction, mastering of machines, tools, fabrics, and materials.

Start date is July 2021. Remuneration is commensurate with degree and experience. Applications for Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Lecturer will be reviewed on a rolling basis until vacancies are filled. Please submit a CV, cover letter, three referees, and a single PDF portfolio showing professional and academic work to employment@didi.ac.ae.

At DIDI, Multimedia Design develops new frameworks for ethical human-machine interactions and multisensory interfaces to create mixed reality environments that augment human perception, intelligence, and experiences. Successful candidates will be forward looking and responsible for delivering engaging and transdisciplinary course content. Teaching involves engaged, hands-on studios, applied workshops, and lectures that intersect with fields such as interaction design, human-computer interaction, and digital culture.

DIDI is especially interested in individuals who defy categorization because of their ability to work across different disciplines. A good understanding of how multimedia design can bridge the gap between rapid technological advances and disruptive strategic forces is a must.

REQUIREMENTS

The teaching load is estimated at twelve credits per semester, including teaching studio, workshop, and lecture. The role also includes advising and mentoring students, research, and supporting the university in building the program. In addition, DIDI seeks the following proficiencies, professionalism, and passion.

Proficiencies

• ChallengingÒ Ability to explore new frameworks for human-AI interaction, multisensory interfaces,
  and algorithmic literacy.
• CoreÒ Explain how ethical AI is changing the industry and teach mixed reality applications.
• ConventionalÒ Master storytelling, visual communication, time-based media, life with bots, critical thinking, UX/UI, basic programming, mobile apps, games, and digital design.

Professionalism

• A PhD or terminal degree in a field of design, interaction design, or related field.
• A minimum of five years teaching experience in higher education, supported by a portfolio of high-quality student work.
• A minimum of three years professional experience in design practice and research, supported by a portfolio of multimedia design projects.
• Experience with conceptual design methods involving critical theory, such as critical media studies and interaction design.
• Experience with traditional and emerging media technologies, such as VR and AR, 3D Animation, etc.

Passion

• Passion and drive for teaching and a willingness to contribute to a nourishing academic environment, to create a more caring, inclusive, and sustainable future—by design.
• Ability to stimulate and inspire students with engaging, critical, and empowering pedagogic approaches.
• Keen interest to work in a collaborative environment, build a team at a relatively new university, and ability to be flexible and adaptive and see opportunity in challenge.

Start date is July 2021. Remuneration is commensurate with degree and experience. Applications for Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Lecturer will be reviewed on a rolling basis until vacancies are filled. Please submit a CV, cover letter, three referees, and a single PDF portfolio showing professional and academic work to employment@didi.ac.ae.

The Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI) is a new world-class design university located in the Dubai Design District (d3).

DIDI offers the first integrated bachelor of Design in the region.

DIDI is currently seeking an experienced Recruitment Executive to join the team.

 Principle accountabilities

• Attend school visits, recruitment fairs and meet with school counselors and administrators to promote outreach in the region.
• Maintain regular follow up with leads to maximize conversion to applications via telephone, email and in person
• Pro-actively participate in marketing activities, including developing social media content from interactions with students at recruitment events.
• Assist in coordinating all on-campus workshops and on-campus tours for parents and students.
• Provides career and academic counseling, planning, and advising to potential students utilizing specific knowledge gained of the DIDI Bachelor of Design program.

Requirements for consideration

• Keen interest to work in a startup environment, and ability to be flexible and adaptive.
• Professionalism – with competent verbal and written communication skills.
• Educated to degree level.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience, preferably in a similar working environment.
• Demonstrated ability for developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse business problems.
• Needs to be organized and able to handle multiple tasks on an ongoing basis.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual English/ Arabic is preferred

Remuneration is commensurate with experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until vacancy is filled. To apply, please send your application to employment@didi.ac.ae