Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Professor of Practice in Game Design

Indiana University, United States

Updated: 20 days ago
Location: Indiana, PENNSYLVANIA
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Title Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Professor of Practice in Game Design
Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track
Department IU Bloomington Media School
Location Bloomington
Position Summary
The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington seeks game industry professionals interested in transitioning to education and mentoring the next generation of game designers.
We invite applications for a full-time non-tenure-track faculty position in game design. We seek candidates with senior experience in the game industry as well as a deep understanding of the game design process. Ideal candidates have experience mentoring young professionals, or perhaps even adjunct teaching experience at the university level, although this latter qualification is not required. A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree preferred, though significant professional experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced academic degree. Applicants may also have experience with some aspect of the production pipeline. Ideal candidates will be those with significant national or international recognition who can be hired as a Professor of Practice, teaching two courses per semester (fall and spring) with more creative and service expectations. These candidates understand the industry, particularly creative, management, or entrepreneurial roles. There is potential for leadership within the program, including directorship of the BS in Game Design. Those hired as Lecturer/Senior Lecturer would teach three courses per semester (fall and spring) on the game industry, advanced design classes, special topics courses based on expertise, and the student capstone sequence. In addition, these applicants remain active in the industry and bring that experience to the classroom. 
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and a list of academic or professional references. The teaching statement should describe why you want to teach and reflect on your philosophy of teaching and learning as well as concrete ways you have put that into practice. Applicants are encouraged to include examples of classroom experience, mentorship, work with professional organizations, contributions to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and other contributions to the industry.
Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received by October 6, 2023, will be given full consideration. Interested candidates should submit application materials online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/19681 . The expected start date is August 1, 2024.
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are central to The Media School’s mission.
Bloomington, home of Indiana University, is a vibrant midsize city located within driving
distance of Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Louisville. Our community is small yet welcoming, with people from all over the world. Bloomington features an active arts community, with several independent music and performance venues and one of the best university cinemas in the country. We boast an array of eclectic restaurants and craft breweries. Southern Indiana is also home to beautiful scenery, and residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities.
Basic Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree preferred, though significant professional experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced academic degree.
Department Contact for Questions
Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Will Emigh, Director of the Game Design Program, at [email protected] . See more about The Media School at https://mediaschool.indiana.edu/index.html .
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Special Instructions
For Best Consideration Date 10/06/2023
Expected Start Date 08/01/2024
Posting/OAA # IU-100456-2023

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