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Utah Valley University · 17 hours ago

Tenure-Track, Asst. Prof.-Animation and Game Development

positionOrem, UT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

Utah Valley University is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Animation and Game Development. The faculty member will develop and teach courses in areas such as 3D modeling and animation, engage in scholarly activities, and provide service at various levels within the university.

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Responsibilities

Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate educational delivery methods
Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures
Engages in scholarly activities, including applied research, and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department
Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments

Qualification

Toon Boom HarmonyMayaTechnical directionAnimation processesGame development processesScripting languagesCollege-level teachingOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree in animation and game development or a related field
Experience working on a variety of animation and/or video game development projects
College-level teaching experience or relevant industry experience
Knowledge and skill in current instructional theories, strategies, techniques, and discipline content

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited institution with a terminal degree (MFA or doctorate)
Experience at a major animation, visual FX, game development, or other studio

Benefits

Health insurance
Employer contributions to retirement plans

Company

Utah Valley University

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Utah Valley University is a teaching institution which provides opportunity, promotes student success.
dateFounded in 1941
location
Orem, Utah, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.uvu.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
Utah State Legislature
2021-11-11Grant

Leadership Team

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Marilyn Stiborek Meyer
VP, People and Culture
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