Assistant Professor - Video Game Studies | The University of Texas at Arlington - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Video Game Studies. Essential Duties: The College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the broad area of video/digital game studies beginning in Fall 2025. Candidates must have a terminal degree in a field housed in a department in the College of Liberal Arts (see department listing below). This is an interdisciplinary search aimed towards building the college's research and teaching in video game research and/or practice. The ideal candidate will add to existing strengths in digital liberal arts and video game studies. Areas of research and teaching may include, but are not limited to: User Experience (UX) Research Representations (race, class, gender, sexuality, disability, etc.) Qualitative research on gamers or game companies Esports Political Economy Design Ludomusicology Digital Storytelling Platform Studies Cultural Studies Popular Culture Science and Technology Studies Required Qualifications: PhD or Terminal Degree in the social sciences, humanities, or fine arts (by the time of appointment) 9/1/2025. Preferred Qualifications: Strong interdisciplinary research approach to video games Experience teaching university/college students Special Instructions: To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/30066 and submit the following materials: Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts ( required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach ). Contact information for 3 references Writing Sample Review of applications will begin November 10, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to David Arditi at darditi@uta.edu . For more information about UTA , please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta. EEO Statement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy. Open Until Filled: Yes Location: Arlington