Adjunct Instructor, Game Design and Production

About The University Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or Riverdale , close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park , and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 3,000 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally. Position Description About The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences: The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future. Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career-ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom. The Department of Communication, Sound, and Media Arts at Manhattan University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Game Design and Productionfor the Fall 2026 semester. We value excellence in and commitment to teaching a diverse student population, as well as historically-informed, inclusive approaches to the discipline. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position. Course Information The Culture of Games, which meets Tuesdays and Fridays, 11am-12:15pm, beginning August 25, 2026 and ending December 12, 2026. This three-credit course for the Game Design and Production major will have an enrollment capacity of 16 students and will take place in our Game Design and Video Editing Lab, which is equipped with an equal number of PCs with NVidia 5090 graphics processors and Unreal Engine software.Course Description: This introductory course surveys the history of the videogame industry from its precursors in pre-digital culture to the present and near future. The course examines video game genres, theories of gameplay, gaming para-texts, careers in the field, and the marketing of games, and it introduces students to divisions of gaming, including design, coding, and narrative. Job Responsibilities Prepare syllabus for the assigned course Provide high-quality instruction to students in the assigned coursesEnsure active participation and engagement of students Support a diverse and inclusive learning environment Adhere to the University's mission and values, submit grades on time and otherwise comply with related requests from the program director Requirements Master’s degree in Communication, Game Studies, Media Studies, Computer Science or a related field required; Doctorate preferredPreference will be given to candidates with proven teaching excellence Supplemental Information Salary Range Based On Experience Instructor $1477.28 per creditAssistant Professor $1526.25 per creditAssociate Professor $1575.65 per creditProfessor $1625.04 per credit Application Process Submit a C.V. specifying your professional experience, academic training and any teaching experience, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position Manhattan University is an E-Verify employer. Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.