Kennesaw State University
Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Game Design and Developme
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156
Overview
Job Title: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Game Design and Development Location: Marietta, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 289841 About Us
Kennesaw State University is a large public university near Atlanta with two metro campuses and a mission centered on student success, research, and community partnership. The university supports a strategic plan and core values of integrity, respect, collaboration, inclusivity, accountability, and excellence. Location
Our Kennesaw campus address is 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus address is 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information
The Department of Software Engineering and Game Development focuses on innovative software development methodologies, game design, immersive experiences, and related research, supported by the Atlanta region’s resources. Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Game Design and Development in the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development with a preferred start date in January 2026. Rank will be determined at hire and commensurate with credentials. This is a nine-month contracted position and work is in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of Computer Game Design and Development Provide service appropriate for the tenure-track rank as assigned by the department Engage in scholarship/research with external funding, guide undergraduate and graduate research, and publish results in prestigious conferences and journals Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications Include: PhD degree, or the foreign equivalent, in software engineering, computer science, or a related discipline is required at the time of hire. Additional qualifications to be considered for an Associate Professor position: Established research program in computer game design and development or closely related fields (e.g., serious games, XR/VR/AR, AI in games, game-based learning, procedural content generation) Strong record of peer-reviewed publications in top-tier conferences and journals (e.g., ACM SIGGRAPH, IEEE Transactions on Games, ACM Transactions on Graphics, CHI, etc.) Sustained external funding success with history of securing competitive research grants (NSF, NIH, DoD, or industry partners) Excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, with evidence of curriculum development, instructional innovation, or teaching awards Student researcher mentoring experience guiding graduate and undergraduate researchers, advising theses, and supervising graduate students to completion Collaborative engagement with interdisciplinary teams or industry partners in applied or translational research Service contributions to the academic community (e.g., journal editorial boards, conference program committees, accreditation work, or departmental leadership) Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Teaching philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU Research interests Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by October 5, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Lei Zhang. Email inquiries should be directed to the listed address in the posting. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, contact the Shared Services Center at 877-251-2644 or support at the USG office. For questions about a specific job posting, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs, email the facultyjobs address. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia upholds Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and codes of conduct are available in the USG Policy Manual online. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu (text omitted in this refined version). Background Check
Final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation in accordance with USG policy. Additional disclosures may be requested during screening. Some positions may require motor vehicle reports, credit checks, pre-employment drug screening, or verification of credentials.
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Job Title: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Game Design and Development Location: Marietta, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 289841 About Us
Kennesaw State University is a large public university near Atlanta with two metro campuses and a mission centered on student success, research, and community partnership. The university supports a strategic plan and core values of integrity, respect, collaboration, inclusivity, accountability, and excellence. Location
Our Kennesaw campus address is 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus address is 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information
The Department of Software Engineering and Game Development focuses on innovative software development methodologies, game design, immersive experiences, and related research, supported by the Atlanta region’s resources. Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Game Design and Development in the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development with a preferred start date in January 2026. Rank will be determined at hire and commensurate with credentials. This is a nine-month contracted position and work is in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of Computer Game Design and Development Provide service appropriate for the tenure-track rank as assigned by the department Engage in scholarship/research with external funding, guide undergraduate and graduate research, and publish results in prestigious conferences and journals Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications Include: PhD degree, or the foreign equivalent, in software engineering, computer science, or a related discipline is required at the time of hire. Additional qualifications to be considered for an Associate Professor position: Established research program in computer game design and development or closely related fields (e.g., serious games, XR/VR/AR, AI in games, game-based learning, procedural content generation) Strong record of peer-reviewed publications in top-tier conferences and journals (e.g., ACM SIGGRAPH, IEEE Transactions on Games, ACM Transactions on Graphics, CHI, etc.) Sustained external funding success with history of securing competitive research grants (NSF, NIH, DoD, or industry partners) Excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, with evidence of curriculum development, instructional innovation, or teaching awards Student researcher mentoring experience guiding graduate and undergraduate researchers, advising theses, and supervising graduate students to completion Collaborative engagement with interdisciplinary teams or industry partners in applied or translational research Service contributions to the academic community (e.g., journal editorial boards, conference program committees, accreditation work, or departmental leadership) Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Teaching philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU Research interests Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by October 5, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Lei Zhang. Email inquiries should be directed to the listed address in the posting. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, contact the Shared Services Center at 877-251-2644 or support at the USG office. For questions about a specific job posting, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs, email the facultyjobs address. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia upholds Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and codes of conduct are available in the USG Policy Manual online. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu (text omitted in this refined version). Background Check
Final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation in accordance with USG policy. Additional disclosures may be requested during screening. Some positions may require motor vehicle reports, credit checks, pre-employment drug screening, or verification of credentials.
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