JOB: Assistant Professor of New Media, Purchase College

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>> Assistant Professor of New Media
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>> The New Media Program at Purchase College invites applications for
>> a tenure-track Assistant Professorship starting in fall 2009.
>> Candidates must possess an advanced degree (MFA or equivalency)
>> with a proven exhibition or research record that demonstrates
>> expertise and in-depth involvement in computing and the arts.
>> Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college level, or of
>> potential as an effective teacher, is required. Possible research
>> areas might include (but are not limited to) physical computing,
>> robotics, interaction/performance, algorithmic arts, live video
>> processing, animation and gaming, 3D modeling, virtual
>> environments and locative media. Preference will be given to
>> candidates who demonstrate the potential for funded research that
>> actively involves undergraduates.
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>> Applicants should demonstrate that their work and teaching are
>> both dynamic and innovative in the field of New Media. Teaching
>> responsibilities will include the re-design and teaching of an
>> introductory programming course that engages and challenges New
>> Media and arts majors. The candidate also will be expected to
>> teach courses in his/her area of specialization suitable for
>> students with varied backgrounds. Courses typically include
>> collaborative assignments and formal studio critiques. In keeping
>> with the college