Dean of Faculty of Design

University of Macau - Faculty of Design

The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized research-oriented comprehensive public university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). ... With unprecedented growth and development, UM offers a wide range of opportunities for high-calibre talents at all levels to achieve their career goals. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM.

Faculty of Design

The newly established Faculty of Design will emphasize the integration of design, culture and technology. It will comprise the Department of Visual Communication Design, the Department of Architecture and Urban Design, and the Department of Industrial Design. The faculty aims to cultivate a new generation of design professionals and enhance Macao’s international influence in design education and the creative industries, with an expected enrolment of around 1,500 students.

Dean of Faculty of Design

The successful candidate should have considerable experience in faculty management, academic strategic planning, curriculum design, laboratory setup and research development, and must be highly committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and service.

In particular, the candidate should have the following credentials:

1. An earned doctoral degree in Design or related disciplines;
2. A distinguished record of professional achievements that may include major awards, grants, exhibitions or recognized creative scholarship;
3. Evidence of outstanding academic leadership, demonstrated commitment to leading research and professional practice, and a record of effective teaching in higher education settings;
4. Ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, drive technological innovation, and establish relationship with diverse stakeholders;
5. Excellent management and communication skills;
6. Proficiency in English is required as it is the working language, while knowledge in Chinese/Portuguese will be an advantage.

Remuneration

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as medical insurance, provident fund, on-campus accommodation/housing allowance and other subsidies.

Application Procedure

More details about the job vacancy can be accessed via the ‘Apply’ button above. The University has appointed Odgers Berndtson to provide consultancy service for the recruitment of this position. A cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae in English and other related materials should be sent to the following address, with quotation of reference no. FDS/DEAN/06/2026.