Lecturer - Game Design & Development

University at Albany; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Albany is seeking a Lecturer in Game Design & Development to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses across game programming, art, technology, business, studies, UI/UX and design. The role includes shaping the GDD curriculum and advising students, with opportunities to lead interdisciplinary projects.

The position emphasizes inclusive teaching, diverse collaboration, and contributing to CEHC within the Information Sciences & Technology Department in Albany, NY.

Qualifications

• MA, MS, MFA in Game Design & Development or closely related field by 8/20/2027.
• Three or more years of academic teaching or professional training.
• Two or more years of experience with Unity, Unreal or other major game engine.
• Ongoing professional practice in game development or related field.
• Experience teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in multiple modalities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in game design & development across areas like programming, art, tech, business, studies, UI/UX.
• Create engaging curriculum for GDD major/minor and contribute to its development.
• Provide regular office hours for student advising and degree planning.
• Support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging in teaching and campus involvement.
• Advance interdisciplinary projects and supervise client-based or collaborative work.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Education

MA/MS/MFA in Game Design & Development or related field

Three+ years of academic teaching experience

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

University at Albany is seeking a Lecturer in Game Design & Development to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses across game programming, art, technology, business, studies, UI/UX and design. The role includes shaping the GDD curriculum and advising students, with opportunities to lead interdisciplinary projects.

The position emphasizes inclusive teaching, diverse collaboration, and contributing to CEHC within the Information Sciences & Technology Department in Albany, NY.