Assistant Professor in Video Game Design | Abu Dhabi University | College of Arts, Education & Social Sciences

Job Description

Abu Dhabi University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Video Game Design to join the College of Arts, Education & Social Sciences at the Abu Dhabi Campus. This full-time faculty position is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching in game development, interactive media, game programming, and digital storytelling.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will use a balance of theoretical and hands-on, project-based approaches to engage students. The role includes designing and updating course materials, assessing student performance, supervising capstone and portfolio projects, and ensuring achievement of program learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in game development, interactive media, game programming, and digital storytelling
• Use theoretical and project-based approaches
• Design and update course materials
• Assess student performance
• Supervise capstone and portfolio projects
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement
• Align program with industry standards, emerging technologies, and creative practices
• Engage in research and scholarly activities
• Publish in relevant fields
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaborations
• Support academic advising and departmental service
• Collaborate with industry partners to enhance student employability

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Video Game Design, Game Development, Interactive Media, or closely related field
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student success
• Active research agenda with potential for impact
• Collaborative spirit and dedication to service

About Abu Dhabi University:
Abu Dhabi University is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and preparing future game design professionals.

Location: Abu Dhabi Campus, United Arab Emirates