Purdue Polytechnic – West Lafayette – Clinical Assistant Professor

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The Department of Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University has a full-time opening on the West Lafayette, Indiana campus, beginning in August 2016. This position is for a Clinical Assistant Professor. The Visual Effects Compositing program at the West Lafayette location is a growing program.

 

The successful candidate for this position will be required to teach a variety of courses including but not limited to visual effects compositing, technical directing, node-based compositing, fluid simulations, destruction simulations, effects technical directing, and other subjects in the effects technical direction curriculum.

 

The candidate will also be expected to serve the university community by participating in committees, recruiting activities, student advising, engagement efforts with the local industry, develop curricular materials and laboratory experiences, and assessment activities intended to maintain accreditation. Applicants must have at least a master's degree, with preference given to candidates with a PhD in computer graphics, computer science, effects technical direction or a related discipline. Credited work experience, in the role of technical director or compositor, in an effects-heavy major motion film required.

 

Purdue Polytechnic is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in a cover letter, indicating how their past experiences, current interests and activities, and/or future goals could promote a work climate that values inclusion.

 

Submission should include 1) a cover letter, 2) a resume or CV, 3) a clear statement of teaching and research interest, and 4) the names of three references. All application materials should be submitted to brown650@purdue.edu with the subject line: VEC-Clinical Assistant Position-West Lafayette- Posting #003476-2016.

 

Screening will begin March 14, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in this position.

 

Purdue's main campus is located in West Lafayette, Indiana, a welcoming and diverse community with a wide variety of cultural activities and events, industries, and excellent schools.

 

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.