Job Summary
Position Description The Bass School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Practice (non-tenure track) in Animation & Games.
The Bass School is a multidisciplinary academic research school with leading-edge programs in animation, games, visual and performing arts.
We seek candidates with a record of accomplishment in animation and games to join our faculty.Candidates with experience in the animation or games industries, specifically in modeling and texturing, are preferred.
Key skills for this position include proficiency in polygonal modeling (hard surface and organic), character modeling for animation and game pipelines, modeling for sets and environments, and digital sculpting.
Essential duties include teaching four courses in the fall semester and four courses in the spring semester at the undergraduate level (with the possibility of graduate level courses), mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to public-facing programming.
The appointment commences for the fall 2024 semester. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience : A BA in animation, game development, computer science, or a related academic discipline along with extensive industry experience is required prior to employment.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.
We are seeking candidates able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
Preferred Education and Experience : An MFA or PhD in animation, game development, computer science, or a related academic discipline along with relevant industry experience.
The Department / Program / School The Animation and Games Area at The University of Texas at Dallas is one of the top programs in the state of Texas.
We are ranked as the #1 Game Design program and the #2 Animation program in the state according to the Princeton Review.
Our program has 17 full-time faculty members with numerous film, television, and game credits that have garnered many awards including the Academy Awards, BAFTA’s, Annie Awards, Esports Game of the Year, and others.
Our state-of-the-art labs give students and faculty the opportunity to learn and engage in research across all aspects of animation and games whether their interests lie in 3D, 2D, Motion Capture, VR, AR, and anything else they can imagine.
The Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology is a community of scholars, artists, and creative practitioners defined by their creativity, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding.
Within the context of a Carnegie R1 doctoral research institution, The Bass School fosters the fluid movement between traditional disciplines and cutting-edge experimental investigation of emerging technologies.
We prepare students with the skills to craft exceptional work, the ambition to take on new challenges, and the critical thinking to make a difference in a globally connected world.
Application Instructions Applicants should upload the following : · Full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
- Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
- Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.Priority will be given to completed applications received by June 15, 2024.
Reviews will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on August 1, 2024 The University and Community
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs.
Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences.
Over 65% of our undergraduate students receive some form of need- or merit-based financial aid; and 66%of graduating seniors have no student debt compared to 48% in Texas and 32% in the nation (2021 TICAS report).
UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.
A diversity of people, ideas, and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community from all backgrounds are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged in their pursuit of excellence.
The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community.
Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. LilyPad lactation facilities are located throughout the campus.
There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.
g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore.
UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community.
The University against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
The University of Texas at Dallas is an university. Minimum Education and Experience Preferred Education and Experience An MFA or PhD in animation, game development, computer science, or a related academic discipline along with relevant industry experience.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence;
- Prepare and teach undergraduate and / or graduate classes;
- Contribute assessment information and data as requested;
- Mentor and / or advise undergraduate and / or graduate students;
- Establish and / or continue an independent line of research;
- Continue to expand professional influence in the academic discipline through research and / or publication;
- Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints;
Teach eight (8) classes each academic year. Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information
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