Hourly Virtual Reality Environment Developer - Department of Communication Assistants

Southern Arkansas University; Arkansas; On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Arkansas is seeking an Hourly Virtual Reality Environment Developer to assist in research and develop immersive environments. The role requires experience with the Unity Engine and coding skills. Anticipated commitment is 7 hours per week, with a pay of $20.00 per hour. This is a part-time position and does not qualify for benefits.

Responsibilities

• Provide research assistance to develop immersive virtual environments.
• Support day-to-day lab operations, including hardware setup.
• Collaborate with the research team under faculty supervision.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Unity Engine

Introductory coding skills (e.g., C#, Python)

Comfortable with hands-on technical tasks

Understanding of VR/XR-specific development principles

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

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Hourly Virtual Reality Environment Developer - Department of Communication Assistants

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas Department of Communication has an opening for an Hourly Virtual Reality Environment Developer. The person in this position will provide research assistance to support the development of immersive virtual environments while also supporting day‑to‑day lab operations, including deploying builds, setting up hardware, and helping run research sessions. The assistant will work under the supervision of faculty at the Center for Communication Research (CCR) at the Department of Communication and collaborate with the research team to ensure the technical implementation aligns with the project’s objectives.

This is a part‑time position working an anticipated 7 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.

Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of Unity Engine
• Introductory coding skills (e.g., C#, Python)
• Comfortable with hands‑on technical tasks (software installs, device setup)
• An understanding of VR/XR‑specific development principles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience developing VR applications or interactive/game design (through coursework, personal projects, or research)
• Familiarity with handling 3D assets in Unity, such as building simple environments and/or optimizing models and textures.
• Familiarity with VR hardware (Meta Quest, SteamVR, or similar)

Salary Information:

$20.00 per hour

Required Documents to Apply:

• Resume

Optional Documents:

• Other (see special instructions for details)
• Proof of Veteran Status

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