Dean of Faculty of Design

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.