Position Information
Position Title 3D Animation & Game Design - Animation Lecturer MGD Program- Part-time (Spring 2024)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The 3D Animation & Game Design (ANGD) Program in the School of Media and Design seeks a part-time lecturer to teach online courses as part of the Master of Game Development (MGD) program.
In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.
Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities as assigned.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties:
Prepare course outlines and teach assigned masters-level courses based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver synchronous online instruction to Master of Game Development (MGD) students via Zoom.
Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to collaborate with the director of the Master of Game Development (MGD) program to develop and deliver instruction on industry-standard skills in the field of Game Animation;
Knowledge of game development industry norms and pipelines;
Must be knowledgeable and experienced in at least one industry-standard engine (preferably Unity or Unreal);
Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
Ability to deliver instruction online;
Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
BFA or BS in Game Design, Game Production, or Animation.
Required Work Experience
Significant experience in the game development industry in the field of animation.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and industry experience.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in the field.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number UN793PO
Number of Vacancies 1+
Job Type Part Time
Job Category Faculty
Desired Start Date 01/16/2024
Position End Date (if temporary) 05/10/2024
Reports to Director of Master of Game Development
Salary $5,000 - $7,500 per course, dependent upon enrollment
Open Date 11/21/2023
Close Date 05/20/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include reel or portfolio in attachments to complete your application.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations.
These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
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