Lecturer in Games Development

Job Category: Academic and Research

The full-time starting salary is normally £42,860.00 per annum, with progression available in post to £46,586.00 per annum.

At Birmingham City University and the College of Computing, we're pioneering in the realm of game development education with our newly established Games Academy, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience to prepare students for success in the rapidly evolving gaming industry. We are seeking a Lecturer in Game Development who is not only adept in the technical aspects of game creation but also passionate about nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

As a Lecturer in Game Development, you will be at the heart of our educational ethos, delivering a curriculum that is as dynamic and innovative as the industry itself. Your role involves crafting and conducting a range of courses that cover the spectrum from game design to programming, all the while integrating the latest technological advancements and industry trends to keep our students at the cutting edge.

Your responsibility extends beyond traditional teaching; you will be a guide, mentor, and inspiration to our students. Engaging in cutting-edge research is a key aspect of your role, allowing you to contribute to the field's body of knowledge and bring real-world relevance to your teaching. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the industry's future by imparting your knowledge and passion to our students, preparing them to be the next innovators in game development.

Collaboration is at the core of this role. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated educators and researchers, contributing to the vibrant academic community at Birmingham City University. Your involvement in industry events and collaborative projects will not only enhance your own professional development but also ensure that our institution remains a leader in game development education.

We value diversity in our academic environment, and you will play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive atmosphere that supports students from various backgrounds, helping them to achieve their potential and meet the demands of the gaming industry. Your commitment to continuous improvement in teaching methods and curriculum design will ensure that our educational offerings remain relevant and impactful.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a profound understanding of game development, with expertise in areas such as programming, game technology, design, or technical art, and a comprehensive grasp of one or more subfields such as artificial intelligence, computer graphics, and game mechanics. Candidates are expected to have a PhD (or near completion) in one of these areas or have substantial industry experience within game development. Experience with game engines such as Unreal and Unity is highly desirable. We are looking for individuals who are not just educators but also innovators and thought leaders, eager to contribute to the academic and professional growth of our students.

Join us at Birmingham City University and be a part of a team that is not just teaching the future of game development but is actively shaping it. If you are passionate about game development, committed to academic excellence, and ready to make a significant impact on our students and the industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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About Us

At the heart of our Strategy for 2030 and Beyond, it is our mission to enable our students to transform their lives and to achieve their potential. Through our education and research, and the roles our graduates go on to play in the world, we not only support individuals to transform their lives, but we also play a part in transforming society.

Located in the centre of the UK’s second city, we are a university with a long heritage of innovation and of making, dating back to our origins in 1843 when we were founded as the Birmingham Government School of Design.

Our heritage of making through innovation and its application through knowledge exchange, and of creative research and practice, today finds it expression in our STEAM agenda, in our research and enterprise, and in our commitment to challenge-based learning. Working across disciplines, and delivering impactful research and enterprise, interdisciplinarity is at the heart of the continuing transformation of our academic portfolio.

Apply Before: 15/03/2025, 23:59