Instructor Digital Gaming and Simulation (Programming) - Adjunct Pool

Overview

We are looking for an Instructor Digital Gaming and Simulation who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. Come be a part of the Mosaic of HCC.

Teach a variety of courses focusing on Digital gaming & simulation for programmers, and / or artists. These include 2D, 3D, AR / VR game development with professional experience in programming and / or scripting languages in C++ and C#.

Software knowledge includes :

• Unreal Engine
• Unity
• Maxon zBrush
• Autodesk Maya
• Microsoft Visual Studio

The ideal candidate will have strong team-building and management skills, knowledge of game design fundamentals and best practices, and experience using a variety of game creation tools.

Responsibilities include lecturing and teaching across multiple modalities, online and in-person; providing quality feedback while mentoring students in industry-related skills and expectations; and mentoring students in a workforce environment in developing their portfolio.

Summary

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

The incumbent will teach a maximum load of (See Faculty Workload Guidelines) contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college. Faculty may be assigned to teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.

Education

Associate degree in Gaming or related field required. Bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application.

Experience

3 years working experience in gaming software development, as a game designer, artist, and / or programmer required. Portfolio required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Note : This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team

Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their home. When you join our talented team, you'll play a special role as teacher, mentor and academic advisor. We'll support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC, our students and the community.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :

Osvaldo Gomez, MSW, Director EEO / Compliance, Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (EO / TIX)

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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