The Department of Integrative Agriculture at the UAE University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor with teaching and research experience at the nexus of environmental planning, horticulture, and ecological landscape design, deliver courses in landscape design, plant propagation, urban horticulture, and sustainable landscaping practices. The candidate should also possess experience in supervising student research theses and research projects at graduate level focused on innovative and sustainable landscaping solutions, and climate-resilient plants in general. This individual will have the opportunity to collaborate with students and faculty across the Horticulture program towards the hands-on development of innovative landscape design pedagogy to facilitate students to acquire skills in designing. Candidates are expected to possess theoretical understanding and modern practical experience in using different teaching methods including but not limited to: Auto CAD and/or 3-dimensional (SketchUP, Enscape or Lumion etc. design skills in the planning, design implementation and management of high-performance landscape strategies and sustainable horticulture tactics suitable for the arid region. These include but are not limited to green infrastructure, environmental remediation, ecological resilience, and urban ecology and knowledgeable about soil and water management tools and technologies. The selected candidate will fill a permanent position (teaching, research and community service). Primary responsibilities will be teaching lecture and handle practical classes in landscape plants/garden design in the undergraduate Environmental Horticulture Design concentration
The applicants should have Minimum Ph.D. in horticulture (ornamental/landscape design), or a closely related discipline from a distinguished international university and Post-doctoral experience.
- Proficiency in communication, leadership, and networking to facilitate effective collaboration.
- Commitment to upholding elevated standards in teaching (in English) and student mentorship.
- Proven dedication to fostering diversity and adeptness in interdisciplinary collaboration within the agricultural domain.
- Demonstrated track record of published works in the realm of landscape design/ science.
- Teaching experience in relevant areas
- Good h-index according to Scopus ranking.
- Demonstrated ability to attract internal and external grants.
The selected candidate will spearhead the establishment of an innovative research program focusing on both fundamental and applied dimensions in designing landscapes for different ecological situations, implementation and cost estimations. Should you be interested in this role and possess the necessary qualifications, we eagerly anticipate receiving your application. Your dedication to excellence and forward-thinking outlook will find a perfect home within our distinguished academic community. To be considered for the position, your application must include the following components; Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, Research Statement, List of Publications, and Teaching Statement.
