Visiting Professor Position in Game Design and Game Studies/Ludology

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore invites applications for a one-year Visiting Associate Professor position in Video Game Design and/or Game Studies and Ludology within the School of Art, Design and Media (ADM). The appointee will teach, mentor students, and contribute to curricular innovation while bridging industry practice and scholarship.

The post emphasizes a strong teaching track record, an eminent profile, and a commitment to education, diversity, and creative computing in a leading regional hub for digital

Qualifications

• Terminal MFA (or PhD) in a relevant field is required.
• Proven track record of tertiary-level teaching.
• Impactful portfolio in video games or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students at Associate Professor level.
• Guide student-led projects from concept to completion across video game development and interactive media.
• Maintain scholarly output in game studies and related fields.

Skills

Video Game Design

Game Studies

Ludology

Teaching Excellence

Curriculum Development

Education

PhD or terminal MFA

Job description

Visiting Associate Professor Position – Video Game Design & Game Studies/Ludology

School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) at Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) invites applications for a one-year Visiting Associate Professor position in Video Game Design and/or Game Studies and Ludology. ADM is part of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (COHASS). This position is intended for eminent overseas academics– such as international prize recipients or distinguished scholars– whose presence will enhance the academic standing and creative output of the faculty. The primary responsibility of this role is teaching and academic mentorship; therefore, candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong teaching track record in an Associate Professor academic level position. We seek candidates with extensive expertise in Video Game Design, including specialized knowledge in areas such as game mechanics, level design, interactive narrative, player experience (UX), and emerging creative technologies. The appointed faculty will play a key role in supporting ADM's position as a leader in contemporary digital media and video game education in the region, bridging the gap between industry-standard practice and academic innovation. Applicants must be confident navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of digital media and technology and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching innovation and student mentorship.

• Teaching-focused; applicants should bring an established record of tertiary-level teaching experience and curricular engagement.
• A strong record in tertiary education (A terminal MFA (or its equivalent) or PhD degree in a relevant field is required), with the ability to guide student-led projects from concept to completion across video game development, game mechanics design, and interactive media.
• A recognized practice in video games or related fields, with an impactful portfolio showcasing innovation, storytelling, and design across emerging technologies such as real-time engines, AR/VR, or generative AI in game systems.
• Evidence of scholarly output in contemporary forums related to game studies, gaming theory, or creative computing, and a commitment to advancing the discipline through research or creative practice.
• A willingness to engage with cultural, ethical, and philosophical dimensions of gaming practice, and the ability to connect with fields like digital humanities, ludic studies, or social gaming platforms.
• A passion for education and the ability to foster a supportive, inclusive, and diverse learning environment, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• National or international recognition by academia or industry, with a track record of leadership and contribution to the evolution of game design and gaming theory.

Location and Campus

Located in multicultural Singapore, the School of Art Design Media (ADM) in Nanyang Technological University (NTU) offers a studio-based education in a comprehensive university setting, providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop and produce groundbreaking creative works and scholarly activity. ADM also promotes Singapore’s creative culture and identity and is positioned to play a central role in the transformation of Singapore into a regional centre of media and creativity. Designed and taught by international faculty drawn from nearly 20 countries, the school offers 4-year BFA programs in Design Art and Media Art, with an adaptive and evolving curriculum building upon excellence in our core disciplines of Animation, Film, Game, Photography, Interaction, Product Design, and Visual Communication. The programmes are designed to meet the highest professional and academic standards worldwide and are responsive to student interests and evolving global needs. Postgraduate programmes combine theory and practice, offering MA and PhD by research and a MA in Museum and Curatorial Practice. In 2026 ADM will start an innovative MSc Game Design Art & Technology, taught jointly with the College of Computer and Data Sciences (CCDS). ADM ranks amongst the top 5 art and design schools in Asia and top 20 worldwide (QS World University Rankings by subject 2025). NTU is a research-intensive university, home to 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in Engineering, Science, Humanities, Social Science, Business, Education and Medicine. Ranked amongst the world’s top 30 universities by QS, NTU has also been named amongst the world’s top young universities for the past 7 years.

Hiring Institution Overview

NTU is a research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.