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Agnes Scott College (GA) - Asst. Professor, Poetry
The Agnes Scott College Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of assistant professor in creative writing with a specialization in poetry. Desirable secondary fields include creative nonfiction, fiction, and cross- or multi-genre work. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 200- and 300-level courses in poetry and creative writing and will participate in and help shape a strong creative writing program that includes a reading series, a project-based senior seminar, and an acclaimed Writers’ Festival going on its 42nd year. Many of our creative writing majors go on to MFAs and PhDs. The teaching load is 3-2, and every department member teaches one first-year English course each year and contributes occasionally to the first-year seminar program. We seek an active writer-scholar with a significant and promising publishing record and a commitment to undergraduate liberal arts learning. Candidates must have the MFA or PhD in creative writing in hand by August, 2013.

To apply send letter, CV, and three recent letters of recommendation to Christine Cozzens, chair of the Department of English through Interfolio via the MLA Job Information List or at [mailto:englishsearch@agnesscott.edu englishsearch@agnesscott.edu] (electronic submissions only). Additional materials—including writing sample, syllabi, teaching evaluations, and official transcripts—will be solicited from selected applicants later in the hiring process.

The deadline for receipt of applications is October 30, 2012.

From MLA JIL - July 6, 2012

Deadline: Oct. 30, 2012

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NOTE: "Agnes Scott College is a highly selective, independent national liberal arts college for women located in metropolitan Atlanta."

George Mason University (VA) - Tenure-Track Asst. Professor of Creative Writing, Poetry
Institution: George Mason University

Location: Fairfax, VA

Job Title: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Poetry

Type: Full-Time

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: F5240z

Web Announcement:

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Poetry

The George Mason University, Department of English invites applicants for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Poetry position to begin fall 2013.

Substantial publications (at least one poetry book published and substantial work toward a second) are required, along with a proven teaching record. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses and workshops (2-2 load) in a well-established MFA and new BFA program (pending approval), and also direct theses in the MFA. Academic and university service is required.

Review of applications begins October 1, 2012, and selection is set to be made by approximately December 7, 2012.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F5240z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/ ; complete and submit the online staff application; and upload a cover letter and CV. Send writing sample and three recommendation letters to: William Miller, Chair, Search Committee, English Dept-MS 3E4, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA 22030

Application Information

Contact: George Mason University

Online App. Form: http://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/28204

Deadline: review begins Oct. 1

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Oklahoma State University- Poetry (Open Rank)
Stillwater, OK

Category: Faculty - Liberal Arts - English and Literature

Posted: 07/05/2012

Full Time

Tenured or tenure-track open rank position in Poetry. MFA or PhD in Creative Writing with significant poetry publications and demonstrated teaching excellence required. Teaching two workshops per semester. Salary competitive. OSU offers the BA, MFA, and the PhD in English with specializations in Creative Writing. For further information on the department, see our webpage at http://english.okstate.edu. Submit letter of application, cv, writing sample, and dossier, including three letters of recommendation and transcript via email to [mailto:english.information@okstate.edu english.information@okstate.edu]. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 5, 2012. However, we will continue to accept and consider applications until the position is filled. Filling of this position is contingent upon availability of funding. Oklahoma State University is an AA/EEO/E-Verify employer committed to diversity. OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Nov. 5, 2012

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University of California, Santa Cruz - Assistant or Associate Professor, Creative Writing (Poetry) & Literature
The Department of Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz, invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Creative Writing. The Department is seeking a poet with secondary expertise in fiction, non-fiction, cross-genre, and/or other media (for example, journalism, book arts, performance, internet publishing), with an ability to teach both poetry and fiction at the intermediate and advanced undergraduate level. We seek a writer who will participate fully in our undergraduate program while also helping us to envision an innovative future in our Literature graduate program.

Teaching assignments will include creative writing workshops and courses in literature. The appointee will be expected to teach large undergraduate lecture courses as well as small advanced seminars, participate in running a reading series, mentor the Ph.D. Literature graduate students who teach creative writing, work with Literature graduate students in poetics, and interact actively with undergraduates, graduate students and faculty to invigorate the Creative Writing program. This position carries a five-course-equivalency workload, which normally means teaching four courses over three ten-week quarters and carrying out other academic and service responsibilities. The appointee must be able to work with students and faculty from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus-wide academic community through their writing, research, teaching, and service.

The Department of Literature has a strong tradition of collaborative and interdisciplinary work, and we especially encourage applications from strongly qualified candidates eager to extend their teaching and research activities across departmental and disciplinary boundaries.

RANK: Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenured)

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and level of appointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant Professor: MFA or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or related field and at least one book of poetry published or in press (not self-published); creative talent of a high order as testified to in letters of recommendation and as manifest in published and/or forthcoming writing; demonstrated record of successful college level teaching. Work in other genres or media.

Associate Professor: Ph.D. in Creative Writing or related field; or MFA in Creative Writing or related field and experience working with graduate students in poetics; at least two books published or in press (not self-published), at least one in poetry; creative talent of a high order as testified to in letters of recommendation and as manifest in published and/or forthcoming writing; demonstrated record of successful college level teaching; demonstrated service record commensurate with tenure. Work in other genres or media.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant Professor: Ph.D. and/or experience working with graduate students in poetics. Ability to work in a language other than English (e.g., translation, knowledge of and ability to teach a non-anglophone literature, etc.).

Associate Professor: Ability to work in a language other than English (e.g., translation, knowledge of and ability to teach a non-anglophone literature, etc.).

POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2013, with academic year beginning September 2013. Position contingent upon final budgetary approval.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and must include an informative letter of application (clearly outlining your educational background, teaching experience, and publication record), vitae, three current confidential letters of recommendation* (2010 or later) and a writing sample, preferably a book--manuscript pages fine--including scanned front and back covers (in PDF format). Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement addressing their contributions to diversity through their research, teaching, and/or service. Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files.

Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00007 ​Refer to Position #JPF00007-13 in all correspondence.

CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on October 25, 2012. To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete and letters of recommendation received by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than 6/30/2014.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Oct. 25, 2012

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AGE
under 30: 3

30-35: 11

36-40: 8

41-45: 2

46-50: 1

over 50: 1

TOTAL: 26<--- Don't forget to update Total!!

Field
Poet: 7

Fiction Writer: 7

Creative Non-Fiction Writer: 2

Multi-Genre....


 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction: 2


 * Fiction/Poetry: 2


 * Creative Nonfiction/Poetry: 1


 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction/Poetry: 2


 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Playwriting: 1


 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Screenwriting/Journalism:


 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Screenwriting:
 * Fiction/Screenwriting/Playwriting: 1

Search Committee Lurker:

Other Lurker: 2

Partner/Spouse Lurking on Behalf of Applicant:

Employment STATUS
Unemployed and looking for job: 3

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

Employed in other field, just trying to break into academia: 3

Finishing MFA or Ph. D & going on the market: 4

Working as adjunct/lecturer, looking for TT job: 6

Have visiting gig, looking for TT: 2

Have TT job and looking for new one: 2

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

Window shopping: 5

Degrees
PhD only: 1

PhD and MA (lit, not cw):

Phd and Terminal MA: 2

MFA and ABD: 1

MFA only: 10

PhD and MFA in ...


 * Fiction: 1


 * Poetry: 1


 * Non-fiction:

PhD and MFA (two genres): 1

PhD, MFA, and MA: 1

Two MFAs (in different genres or same):

Terminal MA:

MFA and MA: 3

MA (not terminal):

Other:

Publications
No book yet: 6

First book under contract: 3

First book under contract + critical book forthcoming:

First book published: 4

First book + edited anthology published: 1

First book published, second book under contract: 1

Multiple books published: 8