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Title: Instructional Assistant Professor or Lecturer – Creative Technologies - Creating a Pool
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts
Department: Creative Technologies Program
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, the Creative Technologies program invites a pool of qualified persons interested in non-tenure-track teaching positions. Applications are accepted continuously for non-tenure-track positions and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Primary areas in need of coverage include game development, web development, virtual and augmented reality, interactive design, music production, graphic design, video production, animation, computer programming, and basic skills in the digital arts.

Applicants with expertise and experience in these subdisciplines are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

THE PROGRAM IN CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
The Creative Technologies program at Illinois State University is an interdisciplinary program that equips students with the knowledge to explore the intersection of various digital media forms, including animation, motion graphics, digital storytelling, sound design, game development, interactive installations, virtual reality, and more. Students engage in hands-on projects, collaborate with peers, and learn from experienced faculty who are experts in their respective fields. Through a combination of technical training and artistic expression, the Creative Technologies program prepares students for careers in the rapidly evolving fields of digital media, where they can apply their imaginative ideas and technical expertise to create immersive and visually captivating experiences.
https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/creative-technologies/

ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. Illinois State is a co-educational, residential university that emphasizes undergraduate study with more than 20,000 students. Our six colleges offer 174 undergraduate majors, 76 minors, 97 master’s programs, 17 doctoral degrees, and 40 certificate options. We have repeatedly been named a “Great Place to Work” by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL COMMUNITY
Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a population of approximately 132,000 and conveniently located approximately two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis. The community is home to GROWMARK, the Illinois Farm Bureau, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Illinois Wesleyan University, Lincoln College, and Heartland Community College. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, its citizens’ level of educational attainment, its parks and recreation, health care, job growth, economic opportunity, and low crime rate. Forbes magazine, in a review of the best places for business, ranked Bloomington-Normal the 15th best place for business out of 168 small metros listed. Bloomington was also recently placed on CNNMoney's list of the 100 Best Places to Live. Expansion Management Magazine rated Bloomington-Normal as one of two metro areas with a five-star quality of life, giving the community high rankings in such areas as standard of living, quality of schools, traffic, and commute time. Please visit the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau website at https://www.visitbn.org/ for more information.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in related field.

2. Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree in related field.

2. Expertise in any of the following fields - game development, web development, virtual and augmented reality, interactive design, music production, graphic design, video production, animation, computer programming, and basic skills in the digital arts.

3. Teaching experience.

4. A commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

TBD

Required Applicant Documents

C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List with contact information for two references

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Contact Information for Applicants

Department contact:
Rose Marshack
rmarsha@ilstu.edu

HR Contact:
Michelle Klunke
msklunk@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.