Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer

Job Summary:

Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer in Game Design to teach courses which may include, but are not limited to, game programming, game art, game technology, the business of games, game studies, and game design. Position will also provide service to the University and advise students. Position may also facilitate graduate/undergraduate interdisciplinary research projects; lead client-based projects; and help lead co-curricular activities and student organizations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Terminal degree (e.g., M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in a closely related field required by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Teaching Professor. Master’s degree in a closely related field or a bachelor’s degree and five years of full-time experience in the game industry required by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Lecturer.

Desired Qualifications:

Consideration may be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in related areas or a record of experience and/or keen interest in teaching in related areas.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available. Inquiries may be addressed to the department chair, Dr. Michael Bailey-Van Kuren at [email protected]. 

EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560.

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Date to Begin Screening Applicants:

Screening of applications will begin November 6, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

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