Professor - Game Development & Entrepreneurship

Faculty of Business and Information Technology

Appointment Type: Continuing (This position is subject to budgetary approval)

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, (tenured or tenured-track) - Game Development and Entrepreneurship

Application Review Date: November 1, 2015

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), located in Oshawa, Ontario, advances the discovery and application of knowledge through a technology-enriched learning environment and innovative programs responsive to the needs of students, and the evolving 21st-century workplace. UOIT promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining UOIT’s globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

 Required Skills

The Faculty of Business & Information Technology invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Game Development and Entrepreneurship effective July 1, 2016.

Applicants should possess a PhD in a Computer Science/Engineering/Gaming or relevant field, a strong academic background, a record of excellence in research and strong knowledge in some or all of the following areas with an emphasis on game development: computer graphics, artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, sound/audio, game design, modeling/animation, multi-player online environments, and serious games.  In addition, relevant gaming-related industrial experience, university level teaching experience, experience in serious games, and knowledge/experience regarding the “business of gaming” are also an asset.

Appointment is expected at the Assistant Professor level, however applicants for a more senior appointment will be considered. Candidates should possess excellent English language skills demonstrating an ability to ensure strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis that contribute to collaborative/collegial relationships  with faculty, staff, students, and the community at large. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct active and innovative research programs, acquire external funding, and to teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.  UOIT provides a technology-enhanced learning environment utilizing laptop computers and wireless connectivity, UOIT seeks faculty who strive to explore and develop new pedagogies. Integration in the curriculum of the relevant technology and software for the discipline is required.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40% Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year. 

The Faculty of Business and IT offers honour undergraduate degrees in Commerce (with major/minor in accounting, finance, human resource management and marketing) and Information Technology (with specializations in game development and entrepreneurship, networking and IT security).  We offer the MBA, and the Master of IT Security (MITS) degree, and a unique combination of the MBA/MITS. MSc and PhD programs in Computer Science are offered jointly by the Faculties of Business and IT, Engineering and Science. Information about the Faculty of Business and IT can be found at: http://www.businessandit.uoit.ca/ while information regarding the Game Development and Entrepreneurship program can be found at: http://businessandit.uoit.ca/undergraduate/bachelor-of-information-technology/game-development-and-e....

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association.  The collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the tenured and tenure track collective agreement.

Applications will be accepted until January 31, 2016 or until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants should submit in electronic format a covering letter, a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a statement of teaching interests, and an outline of their present research program and a brief future research plan.

UOIT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.