Assistant Professor Art and Architecture - Moscow, United States - University of Idaho

Description

Posting Number F001237P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title Clinical Faculty
Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience
Location Moscow
Primary Division/College College of Art & Architecture
Primary Unit Department of Design and Environments
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Clinical Faculty
Position Control Number 4811
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/12/2024
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking Non-Tenure Track
Rank Assistant Professor
Extension Type Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
The University of Idaho – College Art and Architecture (CAA) and the Virtual Technology and Design (VTD) program seek a non-tenure track clinical assistant professor who can utilize advanced technologies in combination with the design process to create learning environments that support undergraduate foundational-design curricula. The candidate will be proficient in many areas of the production of 2D and 3D computer graphics with extensive experience using current and emerging technologies used to produce virtual environments. Candidates should have a strong understanding of visual storytelling using technologies that support the entertainment, visualization and simulation industries while also being comfortable exploring new trans-disciplinary approaches that impact digitally integrated design processes.
Candidates will be able to significantly contribute to the VTD program in one of the following four areas:
Interactive virtual environments: Designing and developing interactive virtual worlds for use in entertainment and non-entertainment activities (Information design, visualization, concept design, experience design, architecture, and industrial design).
Visualization: Addressing the complexities of envisioning and creating artefacts and virtual environments for spatial visualization (information design, visualization, computer science).
Storytelling: Addressing today's needs for communication and education and requirements of diverse audiences in real and virtual settings.
Digital Fabrication: Translation of virtual forms into physical artifacts and vice-versa. (industrial design, sculpture, computer science, concept design, architecture, engineering). Candidates for the position should be qualified to teach undergraduate VTD design studios courses and be able to integrate their research activities in ways that complement the Mission and Vision of the VTD program as well as the College of Art and Architecture.

Teaching foundational design courses about production, design experience and integration of technology in a NASAD-accredited Virtual Technology and Design Program.

This includes teaching (not limited to):

Design principles
Animation and design
Storytelling
World building and design
Metaverse, Web 3.0
Game design
User experience and user interface design (UX/UI)
Exploration of AI tools
Clinical activities including engagement with industry to support student and program goals
Unit/Department Summary

Administrative Summary
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Contingency Description
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Teaching & Advising 75%
Scholarship & Creative Activity 15%
Outreach & Extension 5%
University Service & Leadership 5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.
Required Qualifications
Terminal Master's or professional degree in a design discipline or related field.
Record of human-centered design work in teaching, research, or industry practice.
Evidence of digital production work using virtual technology.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of current digital tools, design practices, and visual communication principles.
Evidence of industry connections.
Evidence of creative design practice.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
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Posting Information

Open Until Filled Yes