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Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Game Design

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Position Title

Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Game Design

About this Opportunity

The successful candidate will join the Department of Computer Science and contribute to our new concentration in Game Design and Development. This is one of five new concentrations that our students can choose from, and the successful candidate will have an instrumental role in helping form, grow, assess, and improve our programs. The Game Design and Development concentration involves significant collaboration with students and faculty in Art and Music, including an interdisciplinary, team-taught, year-long capstone experience. Ball State University values community-engaged scholarship, and many of our past multidisciplinary student game development teams have worked with local schools and museums to make original games.

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  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
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Appointment Type

Tenure-track

Length of Appointment

FT Academic Year

Description

The Computer Science Department is seeking a full-time tenure track faculty candidate to focus their work on our new Game Design & Development concentration. Teaching assignments will be in the Computer Science undergraduate program, with a focus on courses in the Game Design & Development concentration during the academic year. Students in this program learn traditional Computer Science concepts while also studying fundamentals of game design and working on multidisciplinary teams to create and release original games. Additional courses for the undergraduate or graduate curriculum in Computer Science are possible and may be offered online or on-campus. The candidate is expected to engage in relevant scholarship that will advance research and creative opportunities for undergraduates.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in computer science or related field from an accredited university by date of appointment; commitment to excellence in teaching as demonstrated by a teaching statement and/or teaching evaluations.

Authorization to work in the US

Employer will consider sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching computer science courses strongly preferred; experience teaching game design and/or game development classes; commitment to excellence in teaching as demonstrated by teaching evaluations from at least one year of part-time or full-time teaching gained concurrently or at any time; practical experience in game design and development; effective written and oral communication skills.

Required Certifications/Licensures

None

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Department

Computer Science:700080

College/Department Information

The Department of Computer Science has approximately 350 undergraduate students and 16 faculty members. We offer 5 concentrations within the computer science major, plus minors in cybersecurity and computer science.

Department Email or Phone Number

pvgestwicki@bsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202200971F

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/19/2023

Position End Date

Posting Date

09/21/2022

Applications Accepted Through Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

12/02/2022

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information

Paul Gestwicki, pvgestwicki@bsu.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Teaching Statement/Portfolio
  4. Research Statement/Papers
  5. Inclusive Excellence/Diversity Statement
Optional Documents
  1. Master's Transcripts
  2. Doctorate Transcripts


Company

Ball State

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We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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