Job: Assistant/Associate Professor in Media Arts at DePaul University (Tenure-track)

The College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM) at DePaul University is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure-track position for its cutting edge and fast-growing programs in cinema and interactive media. The ideal candidate should demonstrate innovative research in the learning sciences and/or social computing through the use of emerging interactive technologies. Possible areas of expertise include but are not limited to: game studies, computer supported collaborative learning, information design, interactive/experience design, cinematic arts, social media and related fields.


Collaborative experience with media producers and teaching experience are preferred. The candidate’s research should demonstrate success in or strong potential for sponsorship from government agencies, foundations or corporate donors.

Job responsibilities include teaching, research, advising, service, supervising student projects, and continued scholarship or creative activities. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants at all ranks will be considered. Candidates should have a PhD, MFA or equivalent.

For priority consideration, apply by February 1st, 2011 and include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, research and/or creative statement, three letters of recommendation and a DVD (by mail) or URL of samples of relevant creative work and/or scholarship (electronic submission of documents is strongly encouraged). After review, further support materials may be requested.

To apply, click: https://facultyopportunities.depaul.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50741

For application materials sent by mail (such as letters of recommendation and DVDs):

Media Arts Search Committee
School of CIM
DePaul University
243 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60604-2301

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