Lecturer/Instructor

Foundation Courses

Fields of experience: Basics of visual communication, color and grid.

The German University in Cairo seeks applicants for a 3 year contract position at the rank of a Lecturer/ Instructor within the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Arts, Graphic Design Department.

The German University is currently looking to develop and expand its academic strength at undergraduate level as well as graduate level. The particular fields of interest are design foundations with a specification in visual communication, color and grid as well. Candidates should present evidence of innovative pedagogical approaches and depict their ability to respond to the complex regional and yet global challenges of a design education within Cairo.

Lecturers/Instructors are expected to take over responsibilities in developing the undergraduate as well as the graduate studies program further, discuss and cooperate within interdisciplinary teams of academics as well as external partners and with a variety of students coming from diverse cultural backgrounds. Lecturers/Instructors undertake administrative responsibilities, actively participate within the development and self-organization of and lead a team within the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Arts.

Applicants are requested to present research interests that are related to the field of communication design and typography. Any currently performed research activities are highly appreciated.

Objectives/requirements of both positions

Applicants for the position of a lecturer should hold a master degree or diploma (german). They should have at least 5 years of practical and 3 years of teaching experience.

Applicants for the position of an instructor should hold a master degree or diploma (german). They should have at least 3 years of practical experience, teaching experience will be an asset.

 
Applicants requirements:

·       Updated knowledge of current and future issues within the field of design education-excellence in research, scholarship, design or creative practice
·       Competence of working well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, professional training and aesthetic sensibilities
·       Understanding of the implications of design practice in relationship to broader social, cultural, economic, scientific and technological forces
·       Ability to develop and nurture student’s design abilities according to project- and environmental properties
·       Strong commitment to progressive design education principles regarding a self organized and responsible design study
·       Strong competences to structure and define project goals in order to foster and motivate positive experiences
·       Curiosity to widen the perception within the design discipline and thus create a foundation for design oriented actions and mindsets
·       Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
·       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 and initiatives 

Requested application credentials:

1.     Curriculum vitae (PDF format)
2.     Motivation letter including the applicant’s view of the current state and future of communication design (max 2 pages, PDF format)
3.     Artistic portfolio including 5-10 most significant designs with short descriptions (preferably PDF format, size max. 20 MB)
4.     Teaching portfolio (max 5 pages, text focused, PDF format).

Applicants are requested to apply per mail to
Mrs. Amira Bassim
GUC Berlin Office
Im Wissenschaftsforum am Gendarmenmarkt
Markgrafenstrasse 37
10117 Berlin
Tel: +49-30-200755960
Fax: +49-30-200755961
amira.bassim@berlin.guc.edu.eg

 
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications by March 8th, 2012.