Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Animation and Interactive Media Programme

UIC now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled in February/September 2023:

Job Requirements

Animation and Interactive Media Programme is seeking candidates with expertise in one or more areas of 2-D and 3-D animation and interactive media that may include 2D and 3D digital arts, 2D and 3D animation, narrative media, history and theory of animation and interactive media, motion graphics, VR and AR art. Practice in the industry, sound design, and creative coding are considered as assets. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a creative practice or theoretical research while teaching, managing, supervising, facilitating field trips, tutoring and caring for students and academic promotion.

In addition to theoretical research or creative practice, the candidate should be qualified to teach courses in one or more areas such as digital painting and drawing, character design and animation, scenery design, interactive media, 3D modelling and animation, multimedia storytelling, among other related subjects.

Proficiency in English is required. English is the medium of instruction in the Animation and Interactive Media Programme. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with the successful candidate’s experience and research accomplishments.

To receive full consideration, candidates need to submit:

1. UIC Job Application Form;
2. a cover letter；
3. CV；
4. research statement or portfolio of creative works；
5. 2 letters of reference；
6. a record of teaching or mentoring quality.

Appointment Terms

Appointment to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave and social insurance. Continuation of appointment beyond the initial term will be subject to mutual agreement.

Application Procedures

*Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online: https://hrapp.uic.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/574.

*If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@uic.edu.cn. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.uic.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number.

The College reserves the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation.

About the Programme

The Animation and Interactive Media (AIM) Programme nurtures a new generation of graduates with a global vision, professional practices, production and research skills for the robust development of the media and creative industries in the Greater China Region and overseas. Students develop theoretical and practical expertise in interactive media and animation in a student-focused educational environment equipped with modern facilities and the most up-to-date technology.

The School of Culture and Creativity at United International College (UIC) aims to offer a comprehensive, transformative and multidisciplinary approach to the studies of culture, media, design and creative industries. A range of programmes with a strong creative and practical focus will be offered by the School, including the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Animation and Interactive Media, the Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Culture, Creativity and Management, the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Cinema and Television, the Bachelor of Communication (Hons) in Media Arts and Design, the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Music Performance, Master of Arts in communication - Film TV & New Media Concentration, Master of Arts in communication - Interactive Media Studies Concentration.