The Department of English at the University of Pittsburgh is expecting to create a new, position as the Director of Digital Media Laboratory to begin August 2014, pending budgetary approval.
The Department of English seeks a digitally-skilled, experienced educator to fill this cross-programmatic position. The department recognizes that new genres of scholarship and pedagogy require writers, teachers, and students to learn and produce work in emerging audio-visual and interactive platforms. Through teaching, digital lab consultation, and curricular activities, the DDML will support this work. Specifically, the DDML will develop and disseminate digital media practice across programs in composition, creative writing, literature, and film, build on existing momentum, and forge new initiatives and partnerships that position Pitt English on the vanguard of digital media projects and pedagogy.
MFA or PhD required. Appointment will be at the rank of clinical assistant professor, outside of the tenure stream. Salaries competitive.
To apply, please visit Interfolio, and supply the following materials by November 30, 2014.
Apply on Interfolio here.
1) Cover letter
2) CV that details scholarly and creative work informing digital pedagogy
3) Teaching Portfolio
4) Names of three references
Selected candidates will be invited to submit letters of recommendation.
Read the full job posting here.
