Job Description
University of Idaho
Clinical Faculty
Location: Moscow
Division/College: College of Art & Architecture
Employee Category: Faculty
Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time:
Position Summary:
The University of Idaho - College Art and Architecture (CAA) and the Virtual Technology and Design (VTD) program seek a non-tenure track clinical assistant professor who can utilize advanced technologies in combination with the design process to create learning environments that support undergraduate foundational-design curricula. The candidate will be proficient in many areas of the production of 2D and 3D computer graphics with extensive experience using current and emerging technologies used to produce virtual environments. Candidates should have a strong understanding of visual storytelling using technologies that support the entertainment, visualization and simulation industries while also being comfortable exploring new trans-disciplinary approaches that impact digitally integrated design processes.Candidates will be able to significantly contribute to the VTD program in one of the following four areas:
- Interactive virtual environments: Designing and developing interactive virtual worlds for use in entertainment and non-entertainment activities (Information design, visualization, concept design, experience design, architecture, and industrial design).
- Visualization: Addressing the complexities of envisioning and creating artefacts and virtual environments for spatial visualization (information design, visualization, computer science).
- Storytelling: Addressing today's needs for communication and education and requirements of diverse audiences in real and virtual settings.
- Digital Fabrication: Translation of virtual forms into physical artifacts and vice-versa. (industrial design, sculpture, computer science, concept design, architecture, engineering). Candidates for the position should be qualified to teach undergraduate VTD design studios courses and be able to integrate their research activities in ways that complement the Mission and Vision of the VTD program as well as the College of Art and Architecture.
Teaching foundational design courses about production, design experience and integration of technology in a NASAD-accredited Virtual Technology and Design Program.
This includes teaching (not limited to):
- Design principles
- Animation and design
- Storytelling
- World building and design
- Metaverse, Web 3.0
- Game design
- User experience and user interface design (UX/UI)
- Exploration of AI tools
- Clinical activities including engagement with industry to support student and program goals
Minimum Qualifications:
- Terminal Master's or professional degree in a design discipline or related field.
- Record of human-centered design work in teaching, research, or industry practice.
- Evidence of digital production work using virtual technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of current digital tools, design practices, and visual communication principles.
- Evidence of industry connections.
- Evidence of creative design practice.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
N/A N/A
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: F001237P
Posting Date: 04/04/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
First Review Date of September 30, 2024.
1. Letter of Interest addressing qualifications ("Letter of Qualification") 2. Curriculum vitae ("Resume/CV") 3. Statement of teaching philosophy ("Statement of Teaching")
4. List of 5 references (at least 3 representing higher education, please include names, titles, phone numbers and e-mail addresses and a brief statement on your professional relationship) ("List of references") 5. Scan of terminal degree transcript ("Transcripts") 6. Sample syllabi/course materials ("Other document 1") 7. Evidence of effective teaching such as teaching evaluations/sample student work ("Other document 2")
8. A sample/portfolio of scholarly work that is comprised of text and/or images into one organized, web resolution .pdf that informs the committee of focus on scholarship and creative activities. File size maximum 9MB. ("Other document 3")
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Diversity
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Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
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Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
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Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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Lactation Rooms: Designated locations across campus offer private rooms and resources for mothers to breastfeed or pump.
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Campus Recreation: Student Recreation Center memberships are available to board-appointed U of I faculty, staff and their spouses. Employees must use payroll deduction for memberships.
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Eligible employees can purchase wellness passes for the Student Recreation Center using payroll deduct.
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Educational Resources: Benefit-eligible employees and their families can enroll in University of Idaho courses at discounted rates using the education benefit.
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