Instructor IASC 2P04 Fall D2

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Brock University seeks an Instructor for the Ludology course, effective September 2024. The role requires a graduate degree in Game Studies, proven teaching excellence, and encompasses engaging with students through lectures and consultations, alongside administrative duties. A dynamic and inclusive academic environment awaits passionate educators.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Game Studies or a related field required, PhD preferred.
• Proven teaching excellence essential for the role.
• Experience required in supervising Teaching Assistants and using Learning Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Duties include scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities.
• Responsibilities involve lecture preparation, student consultations, grading, and course administration.

Skills

Knowledge of foundational and contemporary theories in Game Studies

Proven teaching excellence

Experience with Teaching Assistants

Experience with Learning Management Systems

Education

Graduate degree (PhD preferred) in Game Studies or a related discipline

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: June 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course: Ludology

Compensation

Effective September 1, 2024 - $7,471.08 per half course (195 hours)
Effective September 1, 2024 - $14,942.17 per full course (390 hours)
Please note: Instructors with a 2-hour/week lecture are responsible for the first hour of seminar/lab in each course.

Duties

Duties include scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities such as lecture preparation, student consultations, grading, and course administration, in accordance with Article 22.01 of the Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree (PhD preferred) in Game Studies or a related discipline
• Knowledge of foundational and contemporary theories in Game Studies
• Proven teaching excellence
• Experience with Teaching Assistants and Learning Management Systems

Applications

Please include a cover letter and current resume. Provide seniority date if applicable. Ensure all required documentation, including references and course evaluations, are included.

Note

Positions depend on course enrollment and budget approval.

As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement, applicants must adhere to workload limits. Applications exceeding these limits require prior approval.

The Collective Agreement is available at https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/.

Additional Information

Course descriptions are available at http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/.

Academic terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-Apr), Spring (May-July), Summer (July-August). Exact dates are on the Registrar's website: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/.

Brock offers flexible work arrangements and requires on-campus presence as needed.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from underrepresented groups and providing accommodations during the recruitment process. Contact [e-mail] for accommodation needs.

Brock University does not use AI technology in recruitment. We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Learn more at www.brocku.ca.