Simulation and Game Development Adjunct Instructor

An Associate’s degree or higher in a computer-related field from a regionally accredited institution is required. Candidates must demonstrate a history of progressive mastery in game and simulation development, along with specific experience in Maya animation and rigging. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, as is proficiency in using information technology and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders. A valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record is also required. 

If selected for employment, the applicant must submit to a criminal background check and drug screening.

Preferred qualifications include at least two years of instructional experience and a proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Experience with any of the following technologies is highly desirable: Moodle, Maya, ZBrush, Adobe Creative Cloud, Unreal Engine, Unity 3D, Substance Painter, HoloLens, Oculus, motion capture systems, and the C# programming language. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

The instructor is responsible for teaching a broad range of game and simulation courses, which may include on-campus and off-campus classes during the day, evening, weekend, and online. This position will include course development where applicable, designing and implementing learning strategies for students, timely submission of reports, proactively staying current in information technologies, selecting hands-on technologies appropriate for research and student learning, and maintaining instructional records. The instructor responds to emails and participates in voice and video calls in a timely manner. Additionally, the instructor supports the college’s mission, vision, and core values by adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and faculty expectations. Other duties may be assigned as needed. This position requires the ability to exert moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and could involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 20 pounds) and occasionally heavier weight (up to 50 pounds).

Submit an employment application and all supporting materials, including copies of certifications, post-secondary transcripts, resume, and cover letter at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/waynecc. No paper applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened, and the most qualified applicants interviewed. All applicants will be notified once the position has been filled.

wcc-hr@waynecc.edu