The Interactive Media and Game Development (IMGD) Program and the Computer Science Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute jointly seek to hire a tenure-track faculty member to start July 1, 2017. Established in 2005, WPI’s top-ranked IMGD program is a collaborative venture between the Computer Science, Humanities & Arts, and Social Science & Policy Studies departments, with close affiliations to the Learning Sciences and the Robotics Engineering Programs.
Candidates with expertise in the following areas (but not limited to) are welcome:
- novel interface design
- technical game development
- mobile and networked games
- virtual and augmented reality
- procedural content generation
- technical animation.
Deadline December 15th
The Successful Candidate will:
- hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline at the time of appointment
- have a clear plan to establish a research program within IMGD,
- seek external research funding
- participate in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels in IMGD and the Computer Science department.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach both graduate and undergraduate courses in IMGD and Computer Science
- Advise undergraduate and graduate projects
- Pursue an active research agenda that supports graduate students in their degree, which includes seeking grants when applicable
- Actively participate in the culture of the IMGD culture
Application Instructions: apply online at https://careers.wpi.edu/postings/3882
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement/Philosophy
- Research Statement/Philosophy
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. We are looking for individuals who value creativity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.