Open Rank Teaching Professor - Digital Media
About The Position
About the Opportunity: The College of Professional Studies invites applications for an open-rank, non-tenure track faculty position in the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media (DGM) at the Northeastern University Campus in Boston, Massachusetts. The DGM program provides learners with core knowledge in design thinking, user experience, personal craft and technical implementation, as well as an immersion in the cross-cultural, team-based strategic and creative challenges foundational to success in the field. Depending on their choice of concentration, graduates will be positioned to excel user experience design, digital media management, and game animation and narrative design. There are two pathways through the program: a direct pathway for learners who can build on their formal knowledge and experience, and a Connect pathway entry that offers learners without prior experience in core technical and/or creative concepts a bridge pathway into the degree. Faculty in this program have the opportunity to: Contribute to a fast-growing, interdisciplinary program that bridges digital media and real-world application. Teach and mentor students from diverse professional and academic backgrounds, supporting their paths to becoming leaders in the digital media space. Collaborate with colleagues across the College and the University on applied projects and industry partnerships. Shape the future of digital media education by helping to refine curriculum or develop new course offerings. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking academic community committed to advancing digital media knowledge and preparing the next generation of professionals.
Requirements
- Candidates must demonstrate strong teaching abilities and a dedication to continued improvement as an educator.
- Experience teaching at the master’s level, developing on ground and online courses, and proven success in working with international students are desired attributes.
- A terminal degree from an accredited institution in a major area of digital media or a closely related field, including graphic design, fine arts, digital marketing, or game design or development, by appointment start date.
- Demonstrated experience as a practitioner within the broader digital media community.
- Demonstrated professional, marketing and managerial skills in an applied, technology-based environment.
- Qualified candidates must be prepared to work with global student populations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience mentoring students with a wide variety of backgrounds and prior educational experiences.
- Experience with online course delivery, facilitation, and innovative use of technology in support of learning.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in digital media, such as Visual Communication Fundamentals, Usability and Human Interaction, Content Management Systems, Capstone, Digital Design Seminar.
- Engage in curriculum development, program assessment, and the integration of emerging digital media trends and practices into academic offerings.
- Oversee the instruction of specific courses within the curriculum. Responsibilities include supporting the CPS Operations in the selection of part-time instructors, advising on syllabi, and evaluating part-time instructor performance.
- Mentor and advise students, guiding them in their academic and professional development.
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with industry partners, staying current on the latest digital media trends and best practices.
- Create professional development opportunities for full and part-time faculty in the unit.
- Serve on committees that support the mission of the program and the vision of the College and wider University.
- Promote the discovery and dissemination of knowledge through scholarship, research, creative activity, and professional development.
Benefits
- Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
- Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
