University System of Georgia
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT (Computer Science/Software Engineering) 09-396
POSITION SUMMARY
The Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Southern Polytechnic State University (SPSU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level (other ranks considered). Candidates with interests in game design, digital game development, 2D and 3D graphics, and digital arts and entertainment, are sought to teach both face-to-face and occasionally online for courses in our BS in Computer Game Design and Development and possibly the other degrees in Computer Science and Software Engineering.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must hold a
terminal degree in a computing discipline or a games-related field. The
department seeks a candidate with a background and interest in computer games
and digital entertainment as demonstrated by published work in game research,
teaching experience in game curricula, and/or a portfolio of game
development. The successful candidates will teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in game design and development and computing, conduct research
in related areas, and mentor students in our graduate and undergraduate
programs in computing. The position is for a 9-month, tenure-track appointment.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
APPLICATION PROCESS:
A complete application consists of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and a copy of graduate transcripts. Applicants should also provide a list of at least three professional references with contact information. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2010, and continues until the position is filled. The positions will start in mid August, 2010. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state visa type and authorization for permanent employment in the U.S. Please send your application to the following address:
Dr. Venu Dasigi, Chair,
Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering;
School of Computing and Software Engineering;
Southern Polytechnic State University;
1100 South Marietta Parkway, J370
Marietta,
GA 30060
Southern Polytechnic State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is a residential university with approximately 5,187 students pursuing bachelors and masters degrees in many of the nation’s fastest growing technology fields. The university, located one mile west of 1-75’s Exit 263, is just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Southern Polytechnic is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer v University System of Georgia.
Posted: October 23, 2009