Full-Time Teaching Faculty: Game Design and Development

Quinnipiac University - Hamden, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Hamden, CT

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Teaching Professor position in Game Design and Development at Quinnipiac University is a full-time faculty role aimed at supporting the core curriculum of the program. The position involves teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to the development of the program, with a focus on experiential learning and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in game design and development, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours for students
• Guide, advise, and mentor students academically and professionally
• Engage in service to support the program, department, college, and university
• Contribute to the development of potential graduate study opportunities
• Work collaboratively with other faculty to grow the program, expand enrollments, and provide transformative experiences for students

Requirements

• A terminal degree in Interactive Media, Game Development, or a related discipline (required before position starts in August 2025)
• Experience and ability to teach game design and development courses at all levels
• Proficiency in Unity and Unreal game engines and associated programming languages
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in the field
• Ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for an increasingly diverse student body
• Portfolio of completed and published games

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated success in teaching, preferably at college level
• Experience with online instruction
• Experience in curriculum design and development, including at the post-graduate level
• Familiarity with professional software and tools for game art practice, development, and workflow
• Familiarity with game production and management practices including Agile development/Scrum and version control software

Benefits

• Tuition remission
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff
• Inclusive culture driven by excellence