Lecturer
University of Miami

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Transforming Lives

The University of Miami is among the top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation, and one of the largest private employers in South Florida.

With more than 16,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.

The Department of Interactive Media at the University of Miami has a record of producing outstanding game designers with a blend of creative and technical skills and a focus on social impact design. Many of our graduates work as UX designers game designers, and user researchers. We are looking to strengthen our team with the appointment of an adjunct faculty in game design who has a proven track record of creative and professional experience. The faculty will play a leading role in teaching Designing Games for Impact.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience designing games for impact and serious games and the ability to generate engaging interactive experiences. Experience or skills working with virtual reality products and interfaces and/or 3D modeling is desirable. Previous experience in teaching and curriculum development also is desired. The successful candidate should possess good interpersonal skills and be an inventive teacher. Candidates should demonstrate subject knowledge as well as skills relevant to subject development within an academic and professional context.

Minimum qualifications:

M.A., M.F.A., or Ph.D. is required for appointment as a lecturer with at least three years of professional experience.

Application Materials:

Applicants must include a cover letter, CV, a portfolio (or links to creative work) as well as a diversity statement that specifically addresses how you would engage with a diverse student population with regards to teaching, research, mentoring, and advising.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:
Part time

Employee Type:
Faculty-Intermittent (Seasonal)

Pay Grade:
50