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Humanist Discussion Group, Vol. 33, No. 229.
Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London
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Date: 2019-09-05 13:22:18+00:00
From: Nhora Serrano
Subject: Hamilton College: Instructional Designer who specializes in VR/AR/Immersive Technology Developer/Programmer
Hello Everyone,
I am thrilled to share the good news that Hamilton College is hiring an
Instructional Designer who specializes in VR/AR/Immersive Technology
Developer/Programmer.
Please see the summary below and the attached interfolio link:
https://apply.interfolio.com/66900
If questions arise, please do hot hesitate to contact me for more info.
Thanks!
Nhora
VR/AR/Immersive Technology Developer/Programmer
Description
* This individual will work collaboratively across disciplines
supporting faculty and staff as they integrate VR/AR/Immersive
Technology learning experiences utilizing our Educational Goals such
as Aesthetic Discernment, Creativity, and Disciplinary Practice (see
Hamilton's full Educational Goals at
https://www.hamilton.edu/academics/catalogue/educational-goals-and-curriculum).
* This individual will work broadly supporting the introduction of
creative technologies across the college curriculum. This role will
be involved in creative experimentation in the scoping and
implementation of collaborative projects. Possible learning
experiences might include collaboratively developing a multi-channel
mixed live video and augmented reality installation in Hamilton's
Wellin Museum; incorporating artifacts from Special Collections and
Archives into virtual or augmented presentations; or developing
virtual or augmented presentations associated with live performance.
Responsibilities:
* Work with others in support of new modes of creative expression and
representation, by exploring emerging tools and technologies.
* Develop virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality
technologies as learning experiences with faculty across the
curriculum.
* Develop and manage workflows and technologies in support of
immersive and mixed reality curricular and co-curricular activities
in a team based environment.
* Collaborate with experts across campus and routinely with
professionals in Library Information and Technology Services.
* Develop students' understanding of how to work within and produce
immersive technology experiences.
* Document work and communicate outcomes to professional and lay
audiences.
* Facilitate understanding of the affordances and limitations of
augmented and immersive technologies.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree required, graduate degree preferred
* Minimum of two years experience in professional practice
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Fluent with Unity and C# (two or more years experience).
* Experience with VR/AR headsets and controllers such as the HTC Vive,
Oculus, HoloLens, Magic Leap, and motion capture accessories.
* Familiarity with mobile application development for Android and iOS.
* Experience communicating project designs, storyboarding, and
prototyping.
* Strong project management, verbal, and written communication skills.
* Ability to collaborate and communicate across disciplines.
* Understanding of ethical implications of working with new
communication technologies and emerging media.
* Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to troubleshoot emerging
technologies.
* Demonstrate commitment to supporting diversity, equality, and
inclusion.
Application Instructions
Please submit cover letter, resume, contact information for three
professional references, and a VR or AR portfolio of work you have
contributed to. Please address your cover letter to Dr. Nhora Serrano,
Associate Director for Digital Learning and Research. If granted an on
campus interview, candidates will be expected to make a presentation
that includes their contributions to developing immersive technologies.
In your cover letter, please describe your experiences with diversity
and inclusion and your potential to support Hamilton's commitment to the
same. Consideration of candidates will begin September 15, 2019 and
continue until the position is filled.
LITS is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and
an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural
competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who
can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify
their strengths in this area.
Hamilton College (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college
located in the Mohawk Valley of upstate New York. Applicants with
dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job
listings at www.upstatenyherc.org, as well as additional information at
https://www.hamilton.edu/dof/faculty-development/resources-for-prospective-or-
new-faculty/opportunities-for-spouses-or-partners. Hamilton College is an
affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity
in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner
benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are
especially encouraged to apply.
--
Nhora Lucía Serrano, Ph.D.
Associate Director for Digital Learning & Research |
Hamilton College
Co-Editor, Crossing Lines: Transcultural/Transnational Comics Studies |
Wilfrid Laurier University Press
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