Adjunct - UXID Apply now   Job no: 503822 Work type: Part-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: Drexel University, Westphal College of Media Arts & Design

About the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design: The creative heart of Drexel University, the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design trains the next generation of scholars, thinkers, makers, and doers in the fields of media, entertainment, design, and the visual and performing arts. Westphal offers 18 undergraduate and nine graduate majors, housed in award-winning facilities that encourage collaboration across creative disciplines. At Westphal, we reimagine the role of design, media, and the arts in building a better future. Our programs challenge students to center sustainability, access, and equity in their approaches to art, fashion, architecture, gaming, entertainment, and scholarship. Through experiential learning, studio-based curriculum, and Drexel's widely-recognized Cooperative Education program (co-op), our students are uniquely positioned to face the world's challenges and define the creative careers of the 21st century. About the Program The User Experience & Interaction Design (UXID) Program understands that technology and future career prospects are evolving at lightning speeds. Where it was once as simple as pursuing "website design" or "programming," today's world offers-and demands-more. For students to succeed in tech, they need creativity, versatility, and an interdisciplinary skillset. Students need to be able to see through the eyes of the user and understand projects from start to finish. By combining principles from a range of disciplines, IDM gives students the tools not only to understand technology but also the human principles underpinning it. Students get exposure to: User Experience Design (UX) - Researching and advocating the needs of people who will be using technologies, prototyping digital products, and working with agile methodologies. User Interface Design (UI) - Using tools, like Figma & the Adobe Creative Suite, to create visual experiences for technology products. Interaction Design (IxD) - The design of behaviors, animations, and sounds for digital products. Development - Programming the code (HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP/SQL, etc.) that makes products work in a variety of media (websites, apps, augmented and virtual reality, Internet of Things, etc.) Information Architecture (IA) - Organizing and planning information systems for digital products . Content Strategy - The planning, creation, delivery, and governance of content, including text and imagery. Project Management - Managing work flows to keep teams on track. Students learn the basics of research, design, and development to bring their ideas to life. By the end of this program, they have real-world experience, an enviable portfolio, and the highly adaptable skills. Job Summary The adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student artistic development, learning and discussions, as well as encourage active learning in all students, maintain proper course-related records, and evaluate student work and provide students with feedback as to the progress toward meeting the objectives of the course. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for effectively teaching students in the assigned classroom or remote settings. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for effectively implementing the mission of the Department of Digital Media. Responsibilities may include teaching in-person on weekdays, evenings, and/or weekends. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including: User Interface Design, Interaction Design, Web or Mobile App Prototyping, Front End or Back End Development, WordPress/CMS Development, iOS/Swift Development, User Experience Design, User Research Methods, Lean UX, Usability Testing, Human Factors Engineering, Experimental Technologies, IoT, and WebVR. Please note thi position does not offer relocation assistance. Essential Functions Teach required number of credit hours per quarter based on contract. Teach studio, lecture, and/or practicum courses per contract. Plan and provide instructional experiences that reflect an understanding of the philosophy, objectives, and curriculum of the program. Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes. Maintain communication with the program director regarding any course or student issues. Perform other similar duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Graphic Design, or related field. Minimum of 2 years of teaching or professional experience. Ability to teach in-person as assigned. Ability to teach evenings and/or weekends as assigned. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter that indicates your strong areas of expertise when submitting your application. Advertised: Aug 19 2024  Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Sep 27 2024  Eastern Daylight Time Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend

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