Part Time Lecturer (Games Development)

PART-TIME LECTURER IN GAMES DEVELOPMENT

About SAE:

SAE University College is the world’s leading educator in the creative media industries, established in Sydney, Australia, in 1976 and in Dubai in 2005. SAE has grown into a global network with more than 47 campuses across 20+ countries. Over the years, SAE Dubai has expanded its academic offerings to include a diverse range of creative media disciplines. At the core of every SAE course are the founding principles that define our institution: high-quality, industry-focused education that blends both practical and theoretical learning to prepare talented individuals for successful careers.

SAE University College (Australia) is a self-accrediting institution, regulated by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). In the UAE, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) and Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) license SAE. Our courses are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and attested by the KHDA for local and international use.

Job Description:

We are seeking a part-time Lecturer in Games Development to deliver high-quality teaching across both the design and programming strands of our Games Development programme. The successful candidate will contribute to unit delivery, assessment, and student support, helping students develop the practical and creative skills needed for careers in the games industry. The role includes the following key responsibilities:

Quality of Learning & Teaching – The effective delivery of modules within SAE courses

Collegial Practice – Building capacity within the organisation via active participation with peers and colleagues.

Pastoral Care – Engagement of students

Qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree in computer science, games development, or a related discipline from a recognised university.

● A Master's degree in computer science, games development, or a related discipline from a recognised university (or working towards one)

Essential Skills & Experience:

● Excellent command of spoken and written English

● Excellent communication and mentoring skills

● Ability to teach effectively across both creative and technical aspects of game development

● Relevant industry experience in game development (design and/or programming)

● Strong working knowledge of game design principles and programming languages/engines (e.g. C#, C++, Unity, Unreal)

● Strong knowledge of OOP design principles

● Familiarity with software engineering principles, UML, and design patterns.

● Familiarity with current industry standards in smaller and large-scale productions (e.g. AAA, Indie)

● Portfolio of game projects

● Commitment to stay current with industry tools, engines, and practices (e.g. Unity, Unreal Engine)

● Strong knowledge of at least one of these subjects:

○ Game design

○ Mobile development

○ Game studio management

○ Network programming

Desirable Skills & Experience:

● Previous university-level teaching experience in both game design and game programming

● Recognised teaching qualification or HEA fellowship

● Experience with agile development methodologies and leading a team.

● Mobile games/app development experience.

● Experience with Blender / 3DS Max / 3d Modeling tools.

Job relevant details:

● This role does not provide visa sponsorship as it is not a full-time employment opportunity

● Candidates can provide an NOC from their current visa sponsor to engage in part-time teaching activities

Pay: AED400.00 - AED500.00 per day

Application Question(s):

• Do you have prior teaching experience?
• Are you aware that this position is Part-Time and based on a fixed-term contract?
• Are you aware that this position does not provide a work visa? Candidates must already hold a valid work visa and be eligible to obtain an NOC from their visa sponsor to teach part-time.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person