Job Description

St. John's University

The Leslie H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies

Division of Mass Communication

Assistant Professor of Game Development and Emerging Media, Tenure Track

The Division of Mass Communication seeks a dynamic scholar-practitioner for a full-time, tenure-track appointment (industry professional) as Assistant Professor of Game Development and Emerging Media, commencing September 1, 2024. The ideal candidate is skilled in transdisciplinary storytelling and can bridge game development techniques and interactive authorship to courses in film and other creative production-oriented disciplines.

Candidates sought are student-centered and produce research and creative achievements that enhance the constellation of programs in our Design Factory framework. They employ evidence-based practices to meet the interdisciplinary needs of our collaborative community. Successful candidates will teach intermediate and advanced game development and film production/editing courses, guide students in project management, and facilitate games' successful release and promotion beyond the academic context.

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

The Collins College of Professional Studies (CCPS) has the largest undergraduate student body within the University and serves close to 3700 students in 28 undergraduate and 11 graduate-level programs. For more information visit http://www.stjohns.edu/cps

Responsibilities

This is a teaching-focused position (teaching 12 credit hours per semester) with opportunities for course reductions based on creative professional activity or research. Industry involvement, creative professional activity, and research productivity are important but secondary to a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement. Division faculty are expected to participate in academic advisement, student mentoring, academic assessment, and other activities as required by the Chair and/or Dean.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Terminal degree in game development or related discipline in interactive digital media.
• Programming proficiency with a AAA-level game development platform
• Experience in teaching undergraduate classes in (film) editing and production
• College-level teaching experience (including teaching assistantships) or equivalent professional industry experience
  
  

Preferred

• Proficiency with Epic Unreal Engine
• Expertise in virtual production, xR/AR/VR/MR, and other visual storytelling forms
• Integrative approach to pedagogy (e.g., fusing embodied cognition in UX, design patterns in OOP, etc.)
• Proficiency with C++, C#
• Emerging professional research/exhibition record
• Interest in development of serious games: visualization, simulation, and interventions towards social good
  
  

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, submit your CV, teaching philosophy statement, and letter of interest to Dr. Basilio Monteiro, Chair, Division of Mass Communication, with a link to your online portfolio via the link below. Three recommendation letters will be requested further along in the recruiting process.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $78,000 - $80,000. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

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