Mixed Reality Adjunct Faculty

Woodbury University invites applications for a Mixed Reality Adjunct Faculty to join the Applied Computer Science – Media Arts program at Woodbury University and teach the second of our Mixed Reality studios during the Spring Semester 2022.  The class will consider the current and future state of virtual and augmented reality through the development of user facing experiences. Qualified candidates should have Master’s degree in Media Arts, Computer Science, Digital Design, Game Design or a related field and experience with developing mixed reality projects in Unity, Unreal, and/or WebXR.  The class meets twice a week for 2.5 hours.  The format for the class is entirely on-line. To be eligible candidates must currently reside in the state of California.

Information on the program can be found at the links below:

• https://woodbury.edu/program/school-of-architecture/programs/applied-computer-science/

Responsibilities

• Syllabus and class preparation
• Instruction during scheduled course times
• Availability to students for consultation and assistance as needed outside of class
• Evaluation of student performance (e.g., grading papers, exams, projects, juries)
• Regular evaluation of students’ work, including prompt communication of performance on assignments
• Submission of final grades to the Registrar’s Office, which is currently completed via Woodbury University Self- Service

We ask all faculty members to assess students’ work early and often with a minimum of three written assessments for the semester. Your class may be designated as a Core Competency assessment course, in which case you will be required to submit course work and align your content with University rubrics. You may also need to meet periodically with your supervisor during the academic term regarding matters related to your employment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Media Arts, Computer Science, Digital Design, Game Design or a related field and
• Experience with developing mixed reality projects in Unity, Unreal, and/or WebXR. 
• Experience managing class rosters, attendance, timely grading of assignments.
• Able to provide critical, informed, and creative feedback to students.

Compensation and Benefits:

This appointment is for part-time employment and includes eligibility to participate in medical plans, 403(b) supplemental plan, and access to the tuition-remission benefit on a proportional basis. Eligibility is after 30 days of service on the first of the following month.

Academic Affairs evaluates and determines part-time adjunct pay based on teaching experience and degree. There are only four levels of compensation:

L1 Hourly Rate

less than 3 years of service, no terminal degree

L2 Hourly Rate

less than 3 years of service with terminal degree

L3 Hourly Rate

3 years of service and above, no terminal degree

L4 Hourly Rate

3 years of services and above with terminal degree

$28.09

$33.71

$32.31

$37.93

Application

Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until filled. Submissions should

include:

• Current resume/CV
• Link to portfolio website

All application materials must be submitted through the Woodbury University Job Board. Email applications and submissions on third party platforms will not be considered.

Woodbury University is dedicated to celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  Woodbury University is an EEO/AA institution committed to multicultural diversity in its peoples and programs. All employment decisions for all job classifications will be made on the basis of such factors as education, character, ability, skill and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, membership or non-membership in any lawful organization, or any other protected status.