Full Time Game Design Lecturer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description SummaryOrganization's Summary Statement:
Applications and nominations are currently being accepted for an Assistant Professor or Lecturer position in Game Design and Development in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering Technology, School of Business, Engineering, Applied Sciences, and Tourism Management, University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). The position is a nine-month appointment (tenure-track for Assistant Professor; renewable term for Lecturer) and reports directly to the Department's Chairperson.
UMES is located on the scenic Eastern Shore of Maryland in Princess Anne. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering Technology offers the following degrees: BS in Computer Science, BS in Gaming and Software Engineering, BS in Engineering Technology, and three graduate programs, i.e., a Master of Science in Applied Computer Science, a Master of Science in Applied Cybersecurity Engineering, and an interdisciplinary joint Ph.D. program in Applied Computing and Engineering. The Ph.D. program has five concentrations, three of which are managed by the department, i.e., Cybersecurity, Data and Computational Science, and Software Engineering.
Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) essential responsibilities:
Teaching expectations include instructing undergraduate and graduate
courses in Game Design and Development, and Computer Science in a
variety of instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and
online.
Maintain an active research and publication agenda in game design, game
development, or closely related fields.
Seek external funding to support research and student engagement.
Provide service to the Department, School, University, and the profession.
Lecturer (non-tenure track) essential responsibilities:
Carry a higher teaching load (typically 3-4 courses per semester) with
reduced expectations for research and service, focusing primarily on
excellence in teaching and student support.
Provide appropriate level of service to the Department, School, University,
and/or professional community.
General Responsibilities:
Contribute to curriculum development, recruitment, outreach, and retention
initiatives.
Mentor and motivate a diverse student body to engage fully in the
educational process.
Participate in course and program development activities.
Participate in professional data and computational science related
organizations and conferences.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Assistant Professor (tenure-track)
An earned Ph.D. or ABD (All but Dissertation) in computer science, game
design, computing, software engineering, or a closely related field.
Lecturer (non-tenure)
Substantial professional expertise in game development and design
without a Ph.D. or ABD, with an earned M.S. degree in a closely related
field.
Note: Candidates who do not possess the game-development/design experience outlined above will not be given considered for either track.
Preferences:
Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience.
Demonstrated online or hybrid teaching experience.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities.
Demonstrated experience in obtaining external funding
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong communication skills, including written communication.
Excellence in teaching and a commitment to mentoring students.
Competent in research and creative activities.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands:
May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/AAdditional Job DetailsDepartmentUMES-BNTC-Computer Science & Engineering TechnologyWorker Sub-Type Faculty RegularSalary Range$95,000 - $105,000EEO Statement

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Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.