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Brown University (RI) - TT Asst. Professor - Fiction
The Department of Literary Arts at Brown University invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position, with an emphasis in fiction, beginning July 1st, 2018.

Candidates should preferably have an MFA or equivalent, a strong publication record, including at least one book of fiction, and demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching fiction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We seek candidates with expertise in areas such as experimental or innovative literature, hybrid genre, international literature, translation, literary theory, film/video, and/or digital arts. Duties of the position include teaching undergraduate and graduate fiction as well as elective seminars/workshops and literature courses, directing undergraduate and graduate theses, advising undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to the creative and intellectual life of the department through individual and collaborative initiatives.

Please submit via http://apply.interfolio.com/42842 — a letter of application, a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, an artist's statement, a writing sample (a substantial portion of a creative text), and the names and addresses of three references (please do NOT send letters at this time). Please note: this will be an accelerated search; we plan to make the appointment by the end of the fall semester; therefore, the review of applications will begin on September 15, 2017 and applications received before October 21, 2017 will receive full consideration.

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California State University, Fresno (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - Fiction
Fiction writers are invited to apply for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of English in the College of Arts and Humanities at California State University, Fresno starting August 2018. The successful candidate will teach creative writing both at the undergraduate level—where we have just begun a creative writing emphasis—and at the graduate level, in a diverse and flourishing three-year MFA program in the heart of the Central Valley of California. The new hire will, along with the other creative writing faculty, chair theses, help form or structure a publishing class to fit our new publishing track, help mentor creative writing TAs, advise student groups, facilitate and help organize readings and other events with fiction writers, and oversee recruitment. Successful candidates will work in a program committed to intersectional teaching, scholarship, and community building.

Overview: Our MFA program combines studio and academic approaches in a substantial, residential, 54-unit degree program, providing students with critical workshop experience and a solid background in literature. We feel the best education for the artist includes learning the history as well as the contemporary work in the discipline, training in the theoretical and formal approaches to the profession, and practicing the craft of writing with extensive peer and faculty critique.

Faculty typically teach three 4-unit courses per semester and advise MFA theses. Faculty may apply for assigned time course reductions to support creative and scholarly work. Active service in the MFA program, department, college and university is expected.

The Department of English also offers an undergraduate minor in creative writing and additional opportunities to teach special topics courses in literature.

Required Education: M.F.A. or Ph.D. in creative writing –with fiction as a concentration-- by date of appointment

Required Experience: 1) Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level; 2) Significant publications, including at least one book of fiction (short stories, novels), either published or under contract with a reputable literary publisher; 3) The ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and to engage with diverse communities in the San Joaquin Valley region.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who bring the potential to teach form and theory and special topics courses that include a diversity of cultural and ethnic perspectives. Preference will also be given to candidates who show experience working with students whose narratives are underrepresented in academia and the publishing world.

Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, applicants must complete an on-line application at http://jobs.fresnostate.edu and attach the following: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing required experience and preferred qualifications; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) a 30-page sample of fiction; and 5) names and complete contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be required to submit: 1) Official transcripts and 2) Three current letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months). For inquiries, contact: Randa Jarrar, Search Committee Chair; California State University, Fresno; Department of English; College of Arts and Humanities; 5245 N Backer Ave; MS PB 98; Fresno, CA 93740-8001; E-mail: rjarrar@csufresno.edu

LINK: https://csucareers.calstate.edu/Detail.aspx?pid=62698

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Bowdoin College (ME) - TT Asst. Professor - Creative Writing Nonfiction
Bowdoin College’s English Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of creative writing nonfiction beginning fall 2018. Successful candidates will have a strong record of publication (preferably at least one book published, or under contract) and teaching, including teaching that reaches beyond specific fields of specialization to connect with other fields of English and other disciplines on campus.

The Department welcomes applications from candidates committed to the instruction and support of a diverse student population and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s ethnic and cultural diversity. We value a community in which students of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Applicants should highlight relevant experience in their cover letter.

Bowdoin values a strong commitment to research and a promise of long-term successful scholarly engagement as well as a dedication to teaching excellence in a liberal arts environment. There is internal funding in support of research, a junior sabbatical leave, and an accelerated post-tenure sabbatical schedule. Teaching load is two courses each semester. Ph.D., MFA, or equivalent graduate degree expected by date of appointment. We recognize that recruiting and retaining faculty may involve considerations of spouses and domestic partners. To that end, where possible, the College will attempt to accommodate and respond creatively to the needs of spouses and partners of members of the faculty.

Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please submit a letter of application describing your scholarly interests and teaching experience/philosophy, curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 30 pages in length, and the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2017.

Apply at: https://careers.bowdoin.edu/postings/4242

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Susquehanna University (PA) - TT Asst. Professor - Creative Nonfiction
The Department of English & Creative Writing at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing (Creative Nonfiction), beginning in August 2018. Teaching responsibilities include several levels of creative nonfiction workshops as well as first-year composition and introductory literature or genre surveys. Ability to teach poetry classes is an advantage. The successful candidate will show publishing promise (e.g. a book or shorter work in reputable print/online journals and/or magazines), excel as a teacher, and also show exemplary interest in building and maintaining Susquehanna University’s nationally-distinguished undergraduate creative writing major. The standard teaching load is 3/3.

Required Qualifications: All candidates must present evidence of creative, literary, and teaching potential. PhD. preferred, MFA and ABD considered. Our highly-engaged creative writing program is regularly ranked as one of the top tier undergraduate majors in North America, hosts a visiting writers series, and offers a supportive collegial environment. http://www.susqu.edu/writers Please apply online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/. At this time we are asking for a letter of application, a curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation, a 20-25 page writing sample, and a statement on how you will contribute to campus diversity and inclusion. Any inquiries should be sent to the department co-chair, Dr. Glen Retief, retief@susqu.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 9.

LINK to Apply: https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/1297

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University of Toronto Mississauga (CAN) - TT Assistant Professor - Narrative and Communication (incl. Creative Nonfiction)
The Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology (ICCIT) at the University of Toronto Mississauga invite applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Narrative and Communication, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position start date is July 1, 2018.

Candidates are expected to have a program of research and applied experience focused on creative nonfiction or nonfiction story. Specific areas may include journalistic writing, narrative and new media, narrative procedure in research, visual or multi-media documentary, web-based storytelling, digital innovation based around narrative, or cross-cultural communication built around story. Narrative, as we think of it here, involves the application of tools and techniques developed mainly through fiction and the arts applied to the purposes of nonfiction-that is, telling a true story with imaginative power and expressive skill. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with narrative and a record of research that includes theory and methodology.

Candidates must have a PhD in communication, literature, narrative-related arts or journalism or related fields by the appointment start date or shortly thereafter. Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by an active innovative research program that contributes to the literature about the role of narrative in communication; an emerging reputation in research with demonstrated ability to attract external research funding; top-tier publications or a research pipeline that is at high international levels; and strong recommendations from referees of international standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching is also required as evidenced by a teaching dossier outlining experience and accomplishments (including a teaching statement and course evaluations) and strong letters of reference. The successful candidate will have a graduate appointment in one of the University of Toronto's tri-campus graduate departments.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

ICCIT focuses on teaching and research excellence in its three undergraduate programs: Communication, Culture, Information and Technology, Digital Enterprise Management and Professional Writing and Communication. ICCIT is building a research complement in critical communication, interactive and immersive digital media and culture, the theory and practice of communication, and new media design. The successful applicant will join a vibrant intellectual community of world-class scholars at Canada's leading university. For information, please visit http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/iccit.

To be considered for this position, all application materials must be submitted online by November 1, 2017. Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.e/how-to-apply.

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Gustavus Adolphus College (MN) - TT Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing/Poetry)
Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the Department of English to begin September 1, 2018.

Minimum Required Qualifications: We seek candidates who have an earned MFA or PhD in Creative Writing (Poetry), but will consider candidates who have achieved ABD status and will complete their degree by July 1, 2018. The successful candidate must have demonstrated excellence in teaching and will have prior college-level teaching experience in introductory creative writing and advanced poetry writing, as well as introductory and advanced courses in literature. The successful candidate will also have a strong record of poetry writing, demonstrated by publications or awards in established literary magazines or poetry contests. A commitment to undergraduate teaching and advising is essential.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience coordinating a reading series or reading events; with editing, publishing, or the Digital Humanities; and mentoring women and people from underrepresented groups is desirable. We are interested in applicants who will complement our commitment to students and faculty from diverse cultural groups, and who will diversify the expertise and experiences represented in the department.

Major/Essential Functions: Primary teaching responsibilities will include six courses per year. Course assignments will include introductory creative writing, advanced poetry writing, introductory and advanced literature courses in the English major, and contributions to general education, which may include January Term or First Term Seminar. Gustavus faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Application and Institution Information: Electronic application is required; materials must be submitted through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/43937). Please submit a CV and letter of application only; additional materials will be requested after preliminary screening stage. The cover letter should be addressed to:

Dr. Rebecca Fremo, Search Chair, Department of English, Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 W College Ave, Saint Peter, MN 56082-1498.

Application information is also available at https://gustavus.edu/jobs. For more details, visit the College's website at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/ or contact Dr. Fremo at english-search@gustavus.edu.

For full consideration, applications must be received by October 12, 2017. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. Finalists will be asked to submit additional supporting materials through Interfolio: a writing sample (up to ten poems, no more than 15 pages), a syllabus from an advanced poetry writing course and one from a lower division literature course, transcripts (scanned copies acceptable), and a statement of teaching philosophy. Interviews will be conducted via phone in December 2017.

Gustavus Adolphus College is a coeducational, private, Lutheran (ELCA), residential, national liberal arts college of 2200 students. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to excellence through diversity with a special emphasis on global engagement and service. Additionally, we strive to be a community supportive of all kinds of individuals and families. As an Affirmative Action employer, it is the policy and practice of Gustavus Adolphus College to provide equal employment opportunities for all. EOE Employer/Disabled/Vet

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Wesleyan University (CT) - TT Adv. Asst. or Assoc. Professor - Poet
The Department of English at Wesleyan University seeks a well-published poet at the advanced Assistant or Associate professor level to begin July 1, 2018. Teaching responsibilities include two courses per semester in introductory through advanced workshops as well as literature courses. The successful candidate will also advise and mentor students, help plan the reading series, be ready to assume a leadership role in creative writing programs in the department and university, participate in faculty governance at the departmental and university level, and take an active part in a growing, lively writing community. Wesleyan highly values creative work and teaching; has a strong, diverse student body; and offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates should have a record of publication including one or more books in print with nationally recognized publisher(s) and demonstrated teaching experience.

Special Instructions To Applicants: You will be asked to upload electronic versions of the items we require, which are (1) a cover letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) writing sample consisting of 30 pages to include both published work and work in progress, (4) documentation of teaching experience to include teaching statement, course syllabi, and student evaluations. As part of the teaching statement, we invite you to describe your cultural competencies and experiences engaging a diverse student body.

You will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we may obtain confidential letters of recommendation (please double-check the accuracy of the email addresses of the referees you name to insure that you have the most up-to-date email addresses for each one).

After you have submitted all of the required documents, you will see a confirmation number. At that point, each of the three referees whose email address you have provided will receive an automatically-generated email requesting that he or she submit a letter of reference for you.

Additional Information: Applications received by October 15, 2017 will receive full consideration.

Please contact Liz Tinker (etinker@wesleyan.edu) if you have questions about the application process.

Note for Interfolio users: We gladly accept letters of recommendation from Interfolio. From your Interfolio account, please use the "web delivery" method to upload your letters directly to our online application.

For further instructions, look here: http://help.interfolio.com/entries/24062742-Uploading-Letters-to-an-Online-Application-System.

Online App. Form: https://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/5969

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Bennington College (VT) - Literature Faculty - Prose Writer and/or Poet (2 Positions)
Bennington College seeks to add two writers to its undergraduate Literature faculty beginning in the fall of 2018. One position is for a prose writer, and the other is for a prose writer and/or a poet. Applicants should have a strong record of publication, including at least one book published or under contract with a nationally recognized press.

Faculty members at Bennington are teacher-practitioners whose professional work is in ongoing dialogue with their teaching and advising. Faculty teach five courses per year, and fully engaged student advising is an expectation. Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to developing curriculum that invites the participation of students with a broad range of interests. Candidates should expect to teach courses in fiction writing or poetry writing, but also extending to wide-ranging coursework in literature covering different historical periods, styles, and traditions. We seek candidates who demonstrate both depth and breadth in their writing and teaching, whose record of achievement will contribute to the diversity goals of the institution, and whose teaching interests include African-American, African, Caribbean, Latino, Asian-American, Asian, and/or Native American literature.

Bennington College is a small residential liberal arts college in southern Vermont, long distinguished for its progressive approach to higher education. The College was founded in 1932 on the principle of active engagement in learning, which is manifest in individualized plans of study developed by students together with faculty. We aim to educate students towards self-fulfillment and constructive social purposes, and we believe that equity, diversity, and inclusivity--in community and in curriculum--are vital to achieving those aims.

Candidates should apply online to https://bennington.recruiterbox.com/jobs/fk0fhs6 by submitting: a) letter of application that describes teaching experience, professional work and includes a reflection on the candidate's potential to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through teaching, research, and/or service; b) curriculum vitae; c) a 25-page writing sample in prose or poetry; d) descriptions of at least three courses in literature that you would be interested in offering; and e) the names and contact information for three references.

In recognition of the employment challenges sometimes faced by academic couples in small communities, the College will also consider applications to share equally a single full-time faculty position. Applicants must each submit an individual application and indicate in their cover letters that that they are applying jointly.

Review of applications will begin on September 15 and will continue until the position is filled.

Online App. Form: https://bennington.recruiterbox.com/jobs/fk0fhs6

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California State University-San Bernardino (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - Creative Writing (Fiction or Nonfiction) and Digital Media
The English Department at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) announces a tenure-track Assistant Professor position that begins September 2018. We seek a specialist in creative writing (fiction and/or creative nonfiction) with particular expertise in new media and digital production. The successful candidate will have an interest in collaborative and interdisciplinary projects and will help us further develop our offerings in experimental, flexible and performative approaches to genre. We also welcome applicants who examine inter-relationships among aesthetics, emerging technologies and social justice.

Nestled in the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains, CSUSB (an Hispanic Service Institution) is located in San Bernardino in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, 60 miles east of Los Angeles. CSUSB offers programs through the Colleges of Arts and Letters, Business and Public Administration, Education, Natural Sciences and Social and Behavioral Sciences, and operates a satellite campus in Palm Desert located in Coachella Valley. CSUSB serves approximately 20,700 students and offers 47 undergraduate and 35 graduate degrees, including one doctoral degree, as well as 13 programs with national accreditation. The Department offers a B.A. in English with multiple tracks, including a large creative writing track; a minor in English; an M.A. in English Composition with three concentrations (composition, literature, and applied linguistics & TESL); and certificates in professional writing, teaching writing, creative writing, and TESL.

CSUSB actively encourages applications from qualified candidates who demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student population and advancing student success through highly engaging, high impact educational practices. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of historically underrepresented groups and women.

Typical Activities: The successful candidate will teach and develop a variety of creative writing and literature courses. The normal teaching load is three courses per quarter, or nine courses per academic year. Beginning in Fall 2020, CSUSB will operate on a semester schedule; the anticipated semester teaching load is four courses per semester.

Minimum Qualifications: Requirements include a Ph.D or M.F.A. in Creative Writing or related field at the time of appointment, evidence of promise in professional activities, a record of excellence in teaching, and a commitment to service to the University and larger community. We especially welcome candidates committed to the success of first-generation college students from diverse backgrounds.

Supplemental Information: Candidates should submit the following materials: a letter of application, CV, creative work sample, statement of teaching philosophy, contact information for three references, copies of all post-secondary transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment), and a diversity statement; the diversity statement may include your interpretation of diversity, inclusion and gender equity, and must include specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background, and philosophy have prepared you for this role at CSUSB (maximum 250 words). In addition, three referees should email their confidential letters of recommendation directly to facultyrecruitment@csusb.edu. All application materials must be received by October 16, 2017. Formal review of applications will begin in October 2017 and continue until the position is filled. For reasons of equity and access, we will be conducting first-round interviews via video conferences rather than at the MLA Convention. If you have any questions, please contact Professor David Carlson, Chair of the English Department, at dajcarls@csusb.edu.

To find out more about the Department of English, please visit http://cal.csusb.edu/english. If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/csusb/jobs/1829901/english-creative-writing-digital-media-assistant-professor-tenure-track?page=1&pagetype=transferJobs

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Columbus State University (GA) - Donald L. Jordan Endowed Professorship in Creative Writing
The English Department at Columbus State University in Georgia invites applications and nominations for the Donald L. Jordan Endowed Professorship in Creative Writing. The recipient of this professorship will hold the rank of Associate or Full Professor in Creative Writing and will be responsible for implementing the Donald L. Jordan Endowment for Traditional American Writing, which is purposed to encourage and promote writing that honors the traditional American values of responsibility, gratitude, generosity, faith, and love.

For complete details, see the Search Profile at http://www.myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/CSU-CW.pdf

The Opportunity - In 2016, local author and businessman Donald L. Jordan gifted Columbus State University’s College of Letters and Sciences with a $3 million endowment to encourage students to continue the art of writing. The gift — the largest single gift to the college and one of the largest to CSU — established the Donald L. Jordan Endowment for Traditional American Writing. The endowment will support a specialized writing program, a national writing competition, and an endowed professorship at the University.

The Donald L. Jordan Study Abroad Service Learning Program supports a group of up to 10 students and two faculty members to travel to a developing country for two weeks and engage in a humanitarian project. Working with an established agency, the group will collaborate with local organizations and health departments to provide much-needed support by building awareness through educational presentations in schools and in communities. Program participants will engage in life-changing work and will stay with host families. Following the trip, students will write about their experience and reflect on how the traditional American values can be used for the good of others.

The Donald L. Jordan Prize in Traditional American Writing is an open manuscript competition to published and unpublished writers nationwide. The competition awards annual prizes for the top entries that best represent the traditional American values of responsibility, gratitude, generosity, faith, and love. The winners will have their work published by Columbus State University Press and distributed nationally. A panel of selected judges, including at least one eminent American writer, will judge the contest.

The Donald L. Jordan Endowed Professorship in Creative Writing is a leadership opportunity that recognizes an individual’s past accomplishments with expectation of outstanding future contributions to the field of creative writing and to CSU’s Department of English. The primary responsibilities of the faculty member holding this endowed professorship will be to teach courses and oversee the execution of The Donald L. Jordan Endowment for Traditional American Writing.

These responsibilities will include: Planning and implementing the annual national writing competition; Overseeing the planning and implementation of the study abroad service learning program; Planning and conducting a writing conference every two to three years on campus to publicize writing that honors traditional American values.

Qualifications - Candidates must have a Master in Fine Arts degree or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or a Ph.D. in English from an accredited college or university with a strong publication record in creative writing. Experience and publication in fiction, screenwriting and/or visual narratives, poetry, writing for children and/or young adult, speculative fiction, U.S. multi-ethnic and/or global literatures, or other literary genres is desirable. Significant administrative experience is preferred.

Other requirements are: A commitment to the mission of the Donald L. Jordan Endowment for Traditional American Writing; Ability to work collaboratively; Experience reviewing and evaluating programs; Successful teaching experience; Experience developing and managing a budget; A track record of meeting deadlines and handling details; Experience working with diverse populations; Experience developing partnerships and professional relationships internally and externally.

The Department of English is housed in the College of Letters and Sciences. Students can earn a bachelor of arts degree in English - Literature, English and Creative Writing, English and Secondary Education, and/or English - Professional Writing.

English minors are offered in Literature, Professional Writing, Creative Writing, and Linguistics. Two certificate programs are available: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Professional Writing.

English majors often engage in undergraduate research projects, presenting conference papers at local, regional, and national conferences and publishing work in peer-reviewed journals. In addition to numerous study abroad courses, English majors have the opportunity to participate in the New York Comparative Arts program.

CSU creative writing students also participate annually in the Southern Literary Festival, an organization of Southern colleges and schools founded in 1937 to promote Southern literature.

The award-winning student literary journal, Arden, provides students an opportunity to gain editing and publishing experience. Additionally, the English Department sponsors the annual Carson McCullers Literary Awards. Open to Georgia high school and CSU students, the writing competition covers poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and expository writing.

Columbus State University is a comprehensive regional university located 90 miles southwest of Atlanta. A flourishing institution, CSU is known for its quality, affordability, and unparalleled local support. The University has a diverse student population. It serves students primarily from the Southeast, while attracting others from 20 nations around the world.

CSU provides a creative, deeply personal, and relevant college experience, which values diversity and inclusion in all forms. The University aspires to have faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Columbus region. The University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a doctorate in education. The University also provides a variety of online offerings, including full-degree programs, and an extensive continuing education program.

U.S. News & World Report most recently ranked Columbus State No. 45 in its “Best Colleges” rankings among public regional universities in the South. Affordable Colleges Online ranked the University No. 1 among the “Best Online Colleges in Georgia” for providing the best opportunities and value for students seeking online training and educational programs. Three of the institution’s online programs - business, graduate education, and bachelor’s in nursing - have been recognized as being among the best in the nation.

The University occupies two campuses: one in suburban Columbus, housing programs in the sciences, business, and humanities. The other, called the RiverPark campus, is in the city’s historic downtown on the banks of the Chattahoochee River and includes some of the country’s most sophisticated teaching and fine and performing arts spaces.

The University also offers courses at Fort Benning, the U.S. Army’s Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters.

Columbus, Georgia: Columbus is one of the South’s most cosmopolitan cities with endless dining, entertainment, and family adventures to explore. It also is home to world-class enterprises, such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS, and Fort Benning, the U.S. Army’s Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters.

The Columbus region has more than 350,000 residents and is located within two hours of the capitals of Georgia and Alabama. The city is known for its cultural arts, largely due to the RiverPark campus. The extensive offerings of visual and performing arts programs and special performers at CSU attract thousands of visitors annually. The city also has the longest urban whitewater course in the world.

Columbus State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in hiring.

Application and Nomination Process - Confidential inquiries are welcomed and nominations are invited.

To Apply - Application packet must include: a) letter of Interest; b) current curriculum vitae; c) at least five references with full contact information, including email addresses (References will not be contacted without consent from applicants.)

Submit application packet to CSU@myersmcrae.com

Nominations should include contact information, including email, for the person being nominated. Submit to CSU-Nomination@myersmcrae.com

Review of materials begins immediately. For best consideration, application materials should be received by November 10, 2017.

Emily Parker Myers, CEO of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, is assisting Columbus State University with this search.

Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, 515 Mulberry Street, Suite 200 | Macon, Georgia 31201. http://www.myersmcrae.com | 478-330-6222

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Macalester College (MN) - TT Asst. Professor - Prose
The Macalester College Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position in Creative Writing-Prose at the rank of Assistant Professor. Area(s) of specialization may include long or short forms in any creative prose genre(s) including, but not limited to: creative nonfiction, fiction, memoir, or experimental or digital writing. Completed MFA or PhD in Creative Writing and a significant record of publication in nationally recognized venues, including a published book of prose with a press of national standing, are required. The successful candidate will join a renowned and collegial faculty in a department with a thriving creative writing program, teach students at all levels from introductory creative writing to senior honors projects, and have ample opportunities for new course development. Beginning Fall 2018.

To apply electronically submit a letter of application and C.V. For any questions about the position, please contact Professor Andrea Kaston Tange, Search Committee Chair, at akastont@macalester.edu or 651-696-6810. Applications received by November 1, 2017, will receive first consideration.

Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, which has a population of approximately three million people and is home to numerous colleges and universities including the University of Minnesota. Macalester’s diverse student body comprises over 2000 undergraduates from 49 states and the District of Columbia and over 80 nations. The College maintains a long-standing, mission-driven commitment to academic excellence with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. As an Equal Opportunity Employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty and staff, Macalester College strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

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Sarah Lawrence College (NY) - TT Assistant Professor - Fiction or Non-Fiction (2 Positions)
Sarah Lawrence College seeks established writers of fiction or nonfiction to fill two full-time tenure-track positions beginning in fall 2018. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate writing workshops, regular individual conferences with students, and supervision of M.F.A. theses. We are looking for candidates with at least one published book, teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level, a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, and a willingness to participate actively in the writing program and the academic life of the college.

The application should include the following: Cover letter, CV, writing samples, and three letters of recommendation. Deadline for receipt of applications: October 1, 2017. To apply for the position, please go to our online application site: http://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/896

For information on Sarah Lawrence College, our curriculum, teaching methods, and philosophy of education, please see our web site at http://www.slc.edu. SLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to achieving a racially and culturally diverse community.

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University of Denver (CO) - TT Asst. Professor of Creative Writing - Prose
The Department of English and Literary Arts at the University of Denver has eighteen full-time faculty members, offering courses in British, American, and World literatures. Our undergraduate major includes concentrations in English, Creative Writing, and English Education. We also offer an M.A. and a Ph.D. with concentrations in Literary Studies and Creative Writing.

Position Summary: The Department of English and Literary Arts at the University of Denver seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Creative Writing--Prose. We are seeking a critically engaged and widely published writer whose interests include stories and novels in prose and/or alternate narrative forms. Our department is committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will advance this commitment through their research, teaching and/or service.

Essential Functions:
 * Teach five (5) courses per academic year.
 * Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
 * Demonstrated potential for very good to excellent teaching.
 * Ability to meet the department teaching requirements for tenure and promotion.

Required Qualifications: MFA in Creative Writing; or ABD with the expectation that the dissertation will be finished by December 1, 2017 and Ph.D. completed by September 1, 2018.

Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse communities or evidence of a commitment to incorporate inclusive teaching methods and/or pedagogies to effectively engage broadly diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or related discipline with a specialization in creative writing (prose).

Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 15, 2017.

Special Instructions: Candidates must apply online through http://www.du.edu/jobs to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please scroll to the bottom of the page to apply. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Clark Davis, Department Chair, at Clark.Davis@du.

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University of Findlay (OH) - TT Faculty Position in English - Creative Writing
The University of Findlay invites applications for a full time tenure-track faculty position in English to begin in August 2018 in the College of Liberal Arts.

Candidates will be expected to teach courses in creative writing at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, secondary areas of expertise in composition, literature, and/or English education are desired. Candidates may also be asked to teach online or in hybrid classrooms.

An MFA in creative writing or Ph.D. in English with an emphasis in creative writing and prior college teaching experience is expected. Candidates who are ABD will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with academic credentials and experience. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to student-centered education as well as scholarship and professional development.

Founded in 1882, The University provides innovative programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences to prepare students for meaningful lives and productive careers. The University of Findlay's distinctive and renowned programs include MBA, animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management. For more information on these distinctive programs, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/. Both traditional and specialized professional degrees are offered in a variety of delivery approaches during day, evening, weekend, and online sessions. The University is committed to the education of diverse students and enrolls students from nearly 40 nations and most US states. The City of Findlay, just south of Toledo and located approximately 1.5 hours from Columbus, Dayton and Detroit, has been designated a "dreamtown" by Demographics Daily, repeatedly named one of the top 20 micropolitan areas (small towns) in the United States by Site Selection magazine and is the only municipality in Ohio to be selected three times as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/human-resources/Open-Positions. For optimal consideration for this exciting opportunity, send a cover letter; current Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; the contact information for three professional references; and a complete Faculty Application to: Human Resources, The University of Findlay, 1000 N. Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840. Materials may also be emailed to HR@findlay.edu. Make sure to indicate that the application is for the "English - MH2017382" position. The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator. For more information on the University of Findlay, visit http://www.findlay.edu.

The University of Findlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer/ Male/Female/Disabled/Vet.

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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (MN) - TT Asst. Professor - Creative Nonfiction and Poetry
The Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of Creative Writing position to begin fall semester 2018 (8/27/2018). Appointment will be 100% time over the nine-month academic year (late-August to late-May) with a 2/2 course load. Appointment will be at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor, depending on qualifications and experience, and consistent with collegiate and University policy. We are looking for a writer with strengths in both creative nonfiction and poetry.

Required qualifications: (1) The MA, MFA, or PhD in Creative Writing, English (PhD), or a related field, with degree in hand by August 27, 2018; (2) at least one volume of work published with a national or international press in either creative nonfiction or poetry, with significant work published in the alternate genre; (3) college/university-level teaching experience.

Preferred qualifications: evidence of potential for continued success as a published writer; ability to work with graduate students individually and to direct MFA theses; ability to teach courses in undergraduate creative writing and literature; and experience/expertise in editing/publishing.

Candidates will be evaluated according to the overall quality of their literary and academic preparation, the quality of their published work and work in progress, evidence of commitment to teaching/pedagogical skills, their potential contributions to service, and strength of recommendations.

About the Job: Faculty in the Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts are expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research or creative activity that includes publication, exhibition, or performance; teach graduate and undergraduate courses; advise students; and contribute service appropriate for the rank of appointment to the department, college, university, and profession.

The Standards for Promotion and Tenure in the Department of English are available at: http://academic.umn.edu/provost/faculty/tenure/documents/ENGL7.12Finalapproved20141020.pdf

The Workload Principles and Guidelines for Regular Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are available at: https://sites.google.com/a/umn.edu/cla-intranet/ofaa/resources/workload-principles--guidelines

About the Department: Housed in the Department of English, the Creative Writing Program boasts a highly selective MFA program and a high-enrollment undergraduate introductory course; an undergraduate minor was added in 2017. The three-year MFA program has three primary tracks (poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction) culminating in a thesis manuscript, defense, and MFA essay. The graduate program accepts 12 students per year, supporting all with teaching assistantships and offering the opportunity to work on the literary journal Great River Review. Supported by the Edelstein-Keller Endowment, the Creative Writing Program brings prominent writers to campus each year for readings, manuscript conferences, and class visits. https://cla.umn.edu/creative-writing

Established in 1868, the College of Liberal Arts supports the University of Minnesota's land-grant mission as home to disciplines in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

The College of Liberal Arts is committed to intellectual freedom, the pursuit of new knowledge, and the belief that the liberal arts are the foundation of academic learning. CLA prepares students to be independent and original thinkers, innovators in their chosen fields; to create meaning in their lives and in their life's work; and to become productive citizens and leaders in their communities and the world. The College of Liberal Arts values diverse cultures, experiences, and perspectives as key to innovation and excellent education. http://www.cla.umn.edu

Founded in 1851, the University of Minnesota, with its five campuses and more than 65,000 students, is one of the largest, most comprehensive universities in the United States, and ranks among the most prestigious research universities in the world. It is both a major research institution, with scholars of national and international reputation, and a state land-grant university, with a strong tradition of education and public engagement.

Applicants must apply on-line through the University of Minnesota. To be considered for this position, please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. You will have an opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and CV. Additional documents must be attached by accessing your "My Activities" page.

The following materials must be attached to your application: (1) cover letter, (2) CV, (3) 20-25 pages of work in both creative nonfiction and poetry (20-25 pages total, not 20-25 pages for each genre), (4) syllabi for two courses taught.

To be assured full consideration, online applications with the attached materials must be submitted by October 15, 2017. Selected applicants will be contacted for 3 letters of recommendation and for preliminary interviews via Skype; they may also be asked to provide more written work for consideration.

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University of Sydney (AUS) - Lecturer in Creative Writing (Fiction / Creative Nonfiction)
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. School of Literature, Art and Media. Reference no. 706/0417.

Teaching and research opportunity for a creative prose specialist. Develop your academic career alongside supportive colleagues. Continuing, full-time, Academic Level B position with attractive remuneration.

About the opportunity: The School of Literature, Art and Media is a vibrant school whose pedagogic practice, research profile and external engagements are shaped by the synergistic benefits of bringing together traditional disciplines with long intellectual histories such as art history, English and linguistics with newer sub-disciplinary or interdisciplinary formations such as media and communication and museum studies.

Creative Writing is becoming an important and integrated part of The Department of English’s curriculum. We have a thriving postgraduate coursework and research program and introduced Creative Writing at undergraduate level in 2016. The School is now seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Creative Writing who will make a significant contribution to research and have primary responsibility for developing and implementing undergraduate Creative Writing within the English major.

In this exciting lectureship opportunity you will: teach curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Creative Writing/Creative Prose; provide leadership in curriculum development, including online and blended coursework delivery; be able to take up a term as Director of Creative Writing in the near future; contribute to the research strengths of the school, including publishing regularly in journals of high ranking and other quality outlets, and applying for creative grants; supervise masters dissertations and creative higher research degrees; develop effective interdisciplinary collaborations within the University, across the academic field and with external stakeholders; contribute to academic administration.

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance in recruiting talent aligned to these values in the pursuit of research excellence. We are looking for a Lecturer in Creative Writing who possesses: a PhD in English or equivalent creative doctorate; a strong record of creative publication and teaching in creative prose, and a demonstrated commitment to the principles of creative research and an integrated curriculum; a demonstrated research track record in fiction and/or creative non-fiction (book and journal publication); experience with book and journal publication, grant applications and public readings; ability to work in a complex and challenging environment; the ability to work with colleagues not only in the department but also in the Faculty, University and with external partners in a collegial and effective manner.

Please submit a cover letter, a CV and a statement addressing the selection criteria. Applicants must also submit a 5 year research and publishing plan.

The University of Sydney offers flexible working hours, supportive staff networks and generous superannuation.

Closing date: 11:30pm, 15 August 2017 (Sydney time)

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

Contact: All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit http://sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number to apply.

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (MA) - Asst. Professor of Creative Writing
The successful candidate will teach 6 creative writing courses per year, will advise students and student projects (including WPI's junior-year interdisciplinary project), and will serve on faculty committees.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Faculty in the Humanities and Arts are established scholars in their fields and play a significant role in the universitys nationally known global studies program and project-based curriculum. Faculty collaborate with various regional institutions, including Worcesters WICN Public Radio, the Worcester Art Museum, Harvard Medical School, Berklee College of Music, Worcester Historical Museum, and UMass Medical School.

Position Requirements: We plan to conduct Skype interviews in late 2017 or early 2018. Interested candidates should submit full applications, including a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, samples of published creative work in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, and list of 3-5 confidential references to our online Human Resources site. All materials should be received by October 15. Salary is competitive and includes an excellent fringe benefit package.

WPIs reputation as a rigorous and innovative university rests on the shoulders of its faculty. A highly selective, private technological university and one of the nations first, WPI believes that when great minds work together, great advances follow. At WPI the boundaries to multidisciplinary collaboration are lowfaculty members, students, and other partners work together on the real-world projects and purposeful research that are hallmarks of the WPI experience. We are most proud of a recent No. 1 ranking for faculty who best combine research and teaching. (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Ed, 2016) The universitys campus is located (one hour west of Boston) in Worcester, Massachusetts, a thriving 21st century college city recognized as a growing hub of scientific and technological innovation.

Posting Date: 08/18/2017

Special Instructions to Applicants:EEO Information: WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.

Criminal Background Check Statement: A pre-employment criminal records check is required.

To apply, visit: https://careers.wpi.edu/postings/4893

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Kenyon College (OH) - Kenyon Review Fellowship
The Kenyon Review invites applications for a two-year residential post-graduate fellowship in creative writing beginning in August 2018. During these two years, fellows will undertake a significant writing project and teach one course per semester in the Kenyon College English Department, contingent upon departmental needs. Fellows will also assist with creative and editorial projects for the Kenyon Review and KROnline. Fellows are required to live in the local community and are expected to participate in the cultural life of Kenyon College by regularly attending readings, lectures, presentations, and other campus activities.

Qualifications include an MFA in creative writing, or a PhD in creative writing, English literature, or comparative literature. The degree must be completed between January 1, 2012, and September 15, 2017. Qualified candidates will also have teaching experience in creative writing and/or literature at the undergraduate level. A history of publication in literary journals is expected.

The Kenyon Review will provide an annual $35,150 stipend, plus health benefits.

To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a one-page cover letter; 2) an 8-10 page writing sample; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial transcript; and 5) two (2) letters of recommendation, one of which must directly address the applicant's teaching ability. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website.

Review of applications will begin August 15, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications must be received by September 15, 2017, to guarantee full consideration.

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St. Lawrence University (NY) - Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing
Primary Responsibilities:
 * Teaching two genre-specific courses each semester
 * Active participation in the English Department
 * Giving a reading as part of the St. Lawrence University Writers Series
 * Possibly serving as a reader on a senior honors thesis
 * Possibly directing a senior independent project;
 * Leading occasional workshops for senior writing majors
 * Giving a craft talk on writing

Minimum Qualifications:
 * M.F.A. or Ph.D. in creative writing
 * At least two books and significant additional publications
 * Minimum two years of undergraduate teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications:
 * Publications and teaching experience in a second genre
 * Proven record of innovative pedagogy in creative writing
 * Enthusiasm for teaching

Faculty Status: Visiting Assistant Professor

Appointment Timing: Full Year

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	FA00075 Desired Start Date: 08/15/2018

Position End Date (if temporary): 05/31/2019

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications should be received by October 16, 2017; review will continue until the position is filled.

Please note the two part application process – interested applicants may apply by completing an online application with St. Lawrence University through our applicant portal; and submitting a detailed letter of application, C.V. emphasizing publications and relevant teaching experience, sample syllabi and writing exercises, and three letters of recommendation attesting to teaching experience via Interfolio’s ByCommittee. (For help with Interfolio, please email help@interfolio.com or call (877)997-8807.)

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

LINK: https://employment.stlawu.edu/postings/1174

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University of Michigan (MI) - Helen Zell Visiting Professorship in Creative Nonfiction
Visiting appointment in creative nonfiction. Anticipated three-year appointment, with potential of renewal for two additional years. 2/1 teaching load. Candidates should be emerging writers (one book published or under contract; candidates may also have a second book under contract) who have achieved distinction in any field of creative nonfiction broadly understood (i.e., long-form journalism, the lyrical essay, the nonfiction novel, memoir, etc.). Candidates should also have demonstrated excellence in their teaching, or show the promise of such distinction and excellence.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of current and future writing plans, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a writing sample, and three letters of reference by September 28th. The English Department is committed to the core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage all applicants to comment, either in the cover letter or in a separate statement on how their research, teaching, and/or service experience will enhance our efforts to support these values and the needs of an increasingly diverse student population.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is supportive of the needs of dual career couples. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. All applications will be acknowledged.

Further information about the Department of English Language and Literature can be found on our website at http://lsa.umich.edu/english. Click on the “Faculty Job Openings” button on the home page to apply.

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George Mason University (VA) - Term Assistant Professor, Director of Creative Writing (Start Jan. 2018)
The George Mason University English Department seeks a full-time, 12-month Term Assistant Professorship to serve as Director of the master's and bachelor's of fine arts (MFA and BFA) programs in Creative Writing and to teach undergraduate Creative Writing courses. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities: With support from the Assistant Director and the Executive Committee, the Director of Creative Writing oversees all aspects of the program, including student recruitment (including sequence of open houses), faculty and staff recruitment, new student orientation and annual preparation of MFA handbooks, marketing (including Web site and social media), fundraising from outside sources, development, course rotations and curriculum development at both graduate and undergraduate levels, assignment of thesis advisors, administering of 46 teaching assistantships and four third-year thesis fellowships, alumni outreach, and the Visiting Writers Program. This position coordinates with several autonomous student publications (e.g., Phoebe, So To Speak, and The George Mason University Review) and with other related organizations such as the Fall for the Book Festival, Stillhouse Press, and Alan Cheuse International Writers Center. This position teaches two undergraduate Creative Writing courses per semester.

The Director of Creative Writing serves the program and its faculty as liaison to the English Department and the university administration, and supervises a Creative Writing Assistant Director as well as two Administrative Assistants shared with the English Department. This position meets regularly with the English Chair and with the Creative Writing Executive Committee, which consists of a faculty member from each concentration.

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will have an MFA or Ph.D. in English or a related field; be a writer with a proven record of excellence in administration in an academic setting or arts organization; have some teaching experience at the college/undergraduate level; familiarity with contemporary writing culture; strong administrative, organizational and supervisory skills; budget and fundraising experience; and knowledge of social media as a marketing tool.

George Mason University, located outside of Washington, D.C., in Fairfax, Va., boasts a nationally-renowned MFA program established in 1980 and a BFA launched in 2013 that offers fiction, poetry and nonfiction concentrations.

This search is open until the position is filled, with active consideration during October 2017, campus interviews in November, selection by mid-December, and start date in January 2018.

Online App. Form: http://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/40839

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Helen Zell CNF visiting position
Q: Is this a brand new position? CNF doesn't seem to be on the U. Michigan curriculum. Any insights appreciated! Thank you.


 * A:  Yes, this is a brand new position -- a complement to the Fiction and Poetry visiting positions the program has carried for several years.  In the past, visiting Delbanco professors have taught both undergraduate and MFA courses.

Newer jobs first?
Q: Is there any way, when viewing this list, of making the most recent job postings come to the top of the list? Or is it necessary to scroll through the entire thing each time you check in order to ferret out the new postings that are scattered up and down the list? Thanks.
 * A: This page has always been organized alphabetically (and divided according to genre / position type).  I can understand how that might seem a bit inconvenient at this stage of the summer, when people are looking for new postings; however, later on, when people are trying to track what they've already applied to, alphabetical organization seems easier to navigate. If you want to keep up with positions / updates as they are added, I would strongly recommend using an RSS feed to monitor the page. This will allow you to see easily what has been added on any given day. One useful RSS reader is https://feedly.com/ but there are many others out there. See other suggestions here: https://www.lifewire.com/top-free-online-rss-readers-3486649 . The link to subscribe to RSS updates for this page is: http://academicjobs.wikia.com/wiki/CreativeWriting_2018?feed=rss&action=history
 * Also, if you want to search for specific content on this page without scrolling through everything, you can always use Command + F and enter your search terms to go directly to the desired content. I hope these suggestions help! --Una74 (talk) 17:48, August 7, 2017 (UTC)
 * Would it be possible to add a "Date Posted" or "Date Added" line for each listing? Perhaps between the link to the posting itself and the "Deadline" line. This seems like it would be relatively easy to add at this stage in the history of the page, and it could be useful for someone who only wants to check the page on an infrequent basis for new listings (as they could search the page for the words "Date Posted"—not exactly the same as a reverse chronological sort, but something not unlike it).
 * Dates posted are already added when the deadline is open until filled, but I can try to remember to add them for other positions (i.e. "posted m/day/yr"). However, other people do add positions to this page at times, and therefore I can't guarantee that this will always happen. One thing to remember about this page is that it is managed on a strictly volunteer basis: there is no professional staff curating it (it's me when I've got time--and I have a full job and life elsewhere--and whoever else wants to pitch in). So I'm happy to entertain requests, but I'd urge people to bear in mind the limits of accommodating all requests. I'd still recommend using an RSS feed (as suggested above) as the best way to tracking updates and additions to this page, especially if you check infrequently. Thanks. --Una74 (talk) 15:55, August 11, 2017 (UTC)

Q: Expected Job Openings
Q: Does anyone know of any expected job openings for this next cycle? (I ask because often people know of approved jobs before the ads are posted, or know of anticipated searches, or know of faculty who left/retired and will likely be replaced.)


 * A: Fresno State is gonna be doing 2 searches, for a fiction writer and a poet, TT, for MFA and undergrad teaching. Should be announced in the next few weeks.
 * A: Wesleyan University announces a search for TT position in Poetry for 2018 in the Chronicle, but full job details not yet posted (7/26).
 * Pomona College (CA) announces an Open Rank search in Creative Writing-Poetry in Chronicle 8/22/17 but full details not yet posted.

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30-35: 7

36-40: 8

41-45: 1

46-50:  3

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TOTAL: 24 <-- Don't forget to update Total!

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Poet: 8

Fiction Writer: 2

Nonfiction Writer: 4

Multi-Genre....


 * Poetry/Criticism: 3
 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction:
 * Fiction/Poetry: 1
 * Hybrid/Fiction/Poetry/Theory/Pedagogy: 1
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Poetry:
 * Creative Nonfiction/Poetry: 1
 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction/Poetry:
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Playwriting:
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Screenwriting/Journalism:
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 * Fiction/Poetry/Criticism:
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 * Fiction/Literary essays/CNF: 4
 * Poetry/Visual Arts:  1
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Employment STATUS
Unemployed and looking for job: 2

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Employed in other field, wanting to re-enter academia: 2

Employed in other field, just trying to break into academia: 2

Finishing MFA or Ph.D. & going on the market: 6

Have fellowship after MFA or Ph.D. & going on the market:

Working as adjunct/lecturer, looking for TT job: 4

Have visiting gig, looking for TT: 2

Have fixed-term gig, looking for TT: 1

Have visiting gig, looking for another visiting gig (not TT):

Have TT job and looking for new one:  1

Have TT job and on the market because of a spouse/partner: 2

Had TT job but quit to go on the market because of spouse/partner:

Have TT job and want to keep it but need an offer elsewhere to get a raise:

Tenured and on the market because of a spouse/partner:

Have tenure but looking for new job: 2

Tenured at undergrad-only institution, looking for job in MFA program:

Window shopping:

Degrees
PhD only: 1

PhD and MA:

PhD and MS:

PhD and MA (lit, not cw): 1

Phd and Terminal MA:

MFA and ABD: 2

MA and ABD:

MFA, MA, and ABD:

MFA only: 9

PhD and MFA in. ..


 * Fiction: 1


 * Poetry: 3


 * Nonfiction: 1

PhD and MFA (two genres): 1

PhD, MFA, and MSc (three genres):

PhD, MFA, and MA: 1

Two MFAs (in different genres or same):

Terminal MA:

MFA and MA: 1

MFA and MA (not in CW): 1

MA (not terminal):

MAT and MFA:

Other: (PhD Rhet/Comp MFA Creative Nonfiction) (PhD Critical Theory/Cultural Studies, MFA CW) (MA in English Lit & Cultural Studies/MA in Creative Writing)(JD) (PhD Lit--ABD, MFA Fiction)

Publications
No book yet: 4

First book under contract:1

First academic book under contract:

First book published: 2

First book under contract + edited anthology published: 1

First book + edited anthologies published:

First book + critical book published + edited book under contract:

First book published, second book under contract: 2

First book published, second book in submission: 1

Second book published: 2

Multiple books published: 2

Multiple books + edited anthology published: 4