Head of Department – Design Workshops

The German University in Cairo - GUC (Cairo Campus)

Faculty of Applied Sciences and Arts

The German University in Cairo invites applications for vacancies to be filled effective September 2026.

The German University in Cairo is an Egyptian private university, established in cooperation with the German State Universities of Ulm and Stuttgart, under the patronage of the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education, the Ministry of Science, Research and Arts, State of Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany. Education and Research, the Universities of Stuttgart, Ulm, Mannheim, and Tübingen. Situated at the ancient city of Cairo, the GUC's mission is to achieve excellence in teaching and research.

The Faculty of Applied Science and Arts enrolls 1,250 students in three design programs: Graphic Design, Product Design and Media Design. The Design Workshops are an interdisciplinary department and a fundamental part of the faculty. They provide an introduction to basic craft skills and are an important resource where students conduct experiments, realize assignments, create design prototypes and participate in research.

Responsibilities:

• The Head of Design Workshops is responsible for the Bookbinding, Printing Techniques, Letterpress Typography, Ceramics, Molding, Woodworks, and Modeling/Rapid Prototyping workshops.
• The candidate will work with workshop supervisors in all aspects of workshop management to expand the capacity, efficiency, and creative profile of the Design Workshops department.
• She/he will oversee health and safety regulations, plan workshop investments, and oversee material purchases.
• Responsibilities include the strategic development of the workshops in coordination with faculty management.
• The department head will liaise with suppliers and industry, optimize existing workshops, and ensure necessary maintenance. Sharing knowledge, facilitating teaching, and meeting the training needs of students and staff are critical to the success of the Design Workshops.

Experience/Skills:

• Hands-on manager with extensive professional and organizational experience. Training in a craft or study of a design-related discipline and a connection to design is a plus.
• Knowledge of current and future approaches within the field of workshops related to graphic, media and product design.
• Motivated to gain experience in an intercultural academic environment and willing to develop a profile at the intersection of craft and technology.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills in English, the language of instruction.
• Ability to work well with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds, professional experiences, and aesthetic sensibilities.
• Ability to structure and define project goals to promote and motivate positive experiences.
• Excellent management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, communicate effectively, and motivate.
• An interest in working collaboratively within the GUC and with external partners to develop joint projects.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae including: employment history, a statement outlining research and teaching interests, list of publications and projects undertaken and names of at least three referees, motivational letter and an online access to a portfolio of their work.

Academic titles are assigned to successful candidates based on the highest degree earned, industry experience, and teaching and research experience.

Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, submit application before 6th of May 2026.

Successful applicants will have to fully relocate to Cairo, Egypt.

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Department ([Confidential Information])