FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

York College, founded in 1966, is a center of academic excellence in the heart of Jamaica, Queens. One of the eleven senior colleges in The City University of New York, the College’s mission is to enrich students’ lives by fostering an environment where they’ll grow into passionate and engaged learners.

York’s academic programs are housed in three schools: The School of Arts & Sciences, The School of Business and Information Systems, and The School of Health Sciences and Professional Programs. Over sixty baccalaureate programs from across a variety of disciplines, including accounting, aviation management, business, computer science, journalism, social work, teacher education, a dual BS/MS degree in Occupational Therapy, and one of the top-ranked nursing programs in New York State, provide students with opportunities to study liberal arts, sciences, and professional programs. The College also offers five graduate programs: Aviation Management, Clinical Trials Management, Pharmaceutical Science and Business, Physician Assistant, and Social Work.

Located in Queens, the most ethnically diverse county in New York State, the College enrolls 7,000 students from over 95 nations. Nine out of ten students are members of a racial/ethnic minority group, and more than half of undergraduates are the first in their families to pursue higher education.

The College’s 50-acre campus encompasses seven buildings, including science and computer labs, music and television studios, a Performing Arts Center, and a Health and Physical Education Center. The College recently completed seven major construction projects, with more scheduled for the future. In addition, its neighborhood is at the center of a renaissance fueled by economic revitalization.

York College is committed to fostering integrity, diversity, intellectual discovery, and civic engagement to benefit its students, the community, and the world.

The Department of Performing and Fine Arts at York College invites applications for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor position for the Communications Technology program to begin Fall 2024. The program is seeking creative and innovative scholars with a specialty in media design, animation, and interactive media.

The Communications Technology B.S. is a comprehensive interdisciplinary digital media program with two core concentrations of Television Production and Web Design & Development. Our curriculum is heavily based on new developments in technology, as well as the foundations of each concentration. Students are prepared for masters degree programs or placement in entry-level positions for traditional or integrated media careers.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Teaches a range of media courses (Animation, film, media installation, interactive media)
• Participates in curriculum development
• Engages in visionary program building
• Maintains creative accomplishments in digital arts
• Exhibits / screens work and participate in professional symposia
• Advises students
• 18-credit teaching requirement during the academic year
• Participates in committee work and service to the department

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ·

• MFA in Digital Art or related field
• Strong record of professional achievement as demonstrated through a reel portfolio and website
• At least 5 years of teaching at the college level in media / design
• Expertise in the fields of video editing, studio production and field production;
• Ability to direct, train, and supervise others;
• Comprehensive understanding of digital technologies in contemporary art practice as well as television and film industries

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years experience working in media industry (journalism, film, television)
• At least 5 years experience working with animation (2D, 3D, and stop motion)
• Experience directing and managing media studios.

COMPENSATION

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

$75,465- $86,645 – Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates for faculty positions should provide (i) a cover letter explaining interest in, and qualifications for, the position; (ii) curriculum vitae/resume, (iii) evidence of teaching excellence, (iv) a statement of teaching philosophy, (v) a research statement, and (vi) the names, titles, and contact information (telephone and email) for three professional references.

Please submit your application online through this job board as follows:

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*In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter,

CV/Resume, and contact information (email and telephone) for three references. Please upload these as ONE document in rtf, doc, or pdf format.

CLOSING DATE

• Revised: December 11, 2023

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.