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American University (DC) - Assistant Professor, Creative Writing - Fiction
The Department of Literature in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line position in Creative Writing with a specialization in fiction at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2017. The ideal candidate will have at least one published book-length work of fiction, and be able to work across prose genres including at least two of the following: memoir, essay, micro- and flash fiction, short story, novel or other cross-genre prose work. Being comfortable mentoring graduate students who may be working across genres is a plus, and a strong social media presence is appreciated. Applicants should hold an MFA or Ph.D. in creative writing or anticipate completion by May 2017.

Candidates should be committed to thoughtful, effective teaching, to excellence in creative production, and to shaping a growing creative writing program that includes a reading series, a grad student-run literary journal, and a grad-student run online magazine. Teaching duties include introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in fiction and creative writing, graduate-level writing workshops and craft courses, and graduate and undergraduate thesis work. In addition to scholarship and teaching, responsibilities will include participation in department, school, and university activities.

Salary is competitive. Course load is 2/2 and American University offers a generous benefits package.  Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2016, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit applications via:'''https://apply.interfolio.com/37024. ''' Include only a letter of application/cover letter and curriculum vita. Upon application review, further requested materials may include: a writing sample, letters of recommendation, course syllabi or a teaching statement. Please contact Michael Burgtorf, Senior Administrative Assistant, 202-885-2908, or [mailto:burgtorf@american.edu burgtorf@american.edu]

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus.

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Johns Hopkins University (MD) - Assistant Professor - Fiction
We are seeking to fill a position in fiction at the assistant-professor level. Interested applicants should have at least one book of fiction published by a reputable house, and another underway. Teaching responsibilities (two courses per semester) will include undergraduate and graduate courses. Ability and experience in the teaching of writing and literature are requisite to the job. We are particularly interested in candidates with a demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses in one or more of the following areas: Native American, African-American, Latino/a, Asian American, and World Literature.

Start Date: July 1, 2017

Required Degree: None

Preferred Degree: None

About the Organization: The Writing Seminars, one of the oldest graduate programs in creative writing, offers a two-year Master of Fine Arts degree in poetry and fiction, as well as an undergraduate major.

How to Apply: Please submit cover letter and CV electronically via Interfolio.https://apply.interfolio.com/36451

Application must be received by November 1, 2016

AA/EOE Statement: Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The university is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the university’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.

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Minnesota State University, Mankato (MN) - TT Asst. Professor - Creative Writing - Fiction
OPENING DATE: 09/06/16  APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begin December 15, 2016 and will continue until position is filled   POSITION: Tenure-Track (Probationary*)   DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 14, 2017. RESPONSIBILITIES: Fiction specialist to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in creative writing, including Introduction to Creative Writing as well as 300-/400-/500-/600-level fiction-writing workshops, form and technique courses, contemporary genre courses, and to supervise theses. In addition, candidates must be prepared to teach writing-intensive general education literature courses and composition. Also required: continued creative/scholarly activity, undergraduate and graduate advising, and service on department or university committees. University teaching load is 24 credits per year (standard English Department load is three 4-credit courses per semester). Individuals from underrepresented groups, or who have experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree in creative writing (fiction emphasis) with creative thesis by August 7, 2017; Book publication in fiction; Significant additional publication in poetry or creative nonfiction; Demonstrated preparation to teach, advise, and support a wide variety of student writers; College-level teaching experience; Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of a lively and multifaceted creative writing program; Demonstrated commitment to professional service. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Significant publication in short fiction; Arts administration experience in one or more areas, such as literary editing/publishing, reading series direction, community literary programming, creative writing program administration; Experience using classroom technology (e.g., course management systems); Record of successful contributions to student growth and development; Record of successful workplace collaboration or other departmental, college, or university service; Creative/scholarly interests that will advance the mission and goals of the English department at Minnesota State University, Mankato (seehttp://english.mnsu.edu/mission.htm for departmental goals); Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive working and learning environment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The English Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato includes an MFA program in Creative Writing and MA programs in Literature and English Studies, Communication & Composition, Technical Communication, and TESL, and undergraduate programs in the same fields plus Film & Media Studies, Humanities, and English Education. The English department is also responsible for the university's large composition program and offers general education courses in literature, film, popular culture, and humanities. For further information, visit the department website at: http://english.mnsu.edu.

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website or directly at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. Cover Letter; Resume/Curriculum Vitae; Contact information for three (3) references; Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree. Applicants may later be asked to submit a writing sample in fiction. Please arrange for three professional letters of reference to be sent to Richard Robbins, the Search Committee Chair. An official or certified copy of the transcripts will be required prior to any interview as a finalist for this position.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Professor Richard Robbins, Search Committee Chair, Department of English, 230 Armstrong Hall, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN 56001-8400.

Phone: (507) 389-1354. TTY:    (800) 627-3529. Fax:    (507) 389-5887. Email: richard.robbins@mnsu.edu


 * Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at:http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html.

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Salisbury University (MD) - Assistant Professor in English - Creative Writing (Fiction)
The Department of English at Salisbury University is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English.

Area of Specialization: Creative Writing (Fiction).

Primary Job Duties: Teaching three four-credit courses per semester in beginning and advanced creative writing with an emphasis on fiction; helping build the creative writing program; and participating in the activities and service of the department and the university. Utilizing effective teaching and classroom management strategies which enhance the success of diverse learners.

Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree in creative writing required. Record of successful teaching and of publications with national and/or international distribution.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in English with a concentration in creative writing.

Applications submitted by November 1, 2016 will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Appointment will be contingent upon verification of eligibility to work in the U.S. and is expected to begin August 2017. Applications are accepted only via Salisbury University's online employment application system. Visit our website http://www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online.

All applicants must submit: 1.) A letter of interest; 2.) curriculum vitae; 3.) teaching philosophy; 4.) three (3) blind letters of reference provided from your professional references of by an online credential service provider send directly to cdhubbard@salisbury.edu. All documents must be submitted via the online employment application system. If you have any questions about the position, please contact the search chair, Christopher Vilmar at jpwenke@salisbury.edu. First round interviews will be conducted via Skype.

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Scripps College (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - Fiction
English: Introductory and advanced fiction writing as well as literature seminars in candidate’s areas of interest and specialization. FMI, contact search chair Warren Liu at [mailto:EnglishSearch@scrippscollege.edu EnglishSearch@scrippscollege.edu]. (See notes below!)


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 * From the committee (8/29/16): The full job ad will be posted to the MLA Job List on September 12.

University of Tampa (FL) - TT Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Fiction)
The Department of English and Writing within the College of Arts and Letters at The University of Tampa seeks candidates for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Fiction) to begin August 2017.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized comprehensive, private university that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 12 master's programs.

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate artistic excellence through strong journal and/or book publication and a commitment to the teaching of writing, including academic writing. The annual teaching load is six four-credit courses, three introductory and advanced workshops in fiction and three sections of academic writing.

Qualifications: This position offers opportunities to provide leadership in a dynamic program with an endowed reading series and to work with students on the campus literary magazine, Neon. A PhD in English or terminal MFA in creative writing is required.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by October 15, 2016, will be given full consideration.

Quicklink for Posting: http://jobs.ut.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52791

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University of Denver (CO) - TT Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing Non-Fiction
The Department of English seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English in the area of Creative Writing Non-Fiction. We are seeking a critically engaged and widely published writer whose interests might include writing for theater, performance, film, and/or electronic media; stories and novels in prose and/or alternative narrative forms; translation, cross-cultural literature, and/or documentary writing.

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Teach five (5) courses per academic year.

Advise undergraduate and graduate students.

Demonstrated potential for very good to excellent teaching.

Ability to meet the English 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, 2016 and Ph.D. completed by September 1, 2017.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in English or related discipline.

Specialization in creative writing (prose).

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through https://dujobs.silkroad.com/ to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click New Resume/CV at the bottom of the page to begin application. If you have questions regarding this position please contact: Department of English, 303.871.2266.

Please include the following documents with your application: CV

Cover letter - The 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.

Three letters of recommendation

Any additional support materials

The letters of recommendation need to be submitted by November 15, 2016 to: Clark Davis, Chair, Department of English, University of Denver, 2000 East Asbury Ave. Denver, CO 80208.

NOTE: The online system is limited to uploading 5 files. Please combine content if necessary to get all content uploaded.

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Wheaton College (IL) - TT Open Rank - Creative Nonfiction
The English Department at Wheaton College invites applications for an open rank, tenure-track position to teach Creative Nonfiction for our writing concentration beginning fall 2017. We especially welcome applicants who could also teach a course in one or more of the following: journalism, screenwriting, or playwriting. The ideal candidate will also have a commitment to the liberal arts tradition and enthusiasm for teaching within our major and our general education literature and writing courses. Teaching load is 3/3. Ph.D. or M.F.A. with a strong publication record in creative nonfiction. Please see College website for more information: http://www.wheaton.edu/About-Wheaton. Send letter of interest, cv, and names of references by November 4 to Sharon Coolidge, Chair, English Department, Wheaton College, Wheaton, Il 60187 or via email: Sharon.Coolidge@wheaton.edu. Application forms will be sent to promising applicants. Wheaton College is a highly selective evangelical Christian liberal arts college whose faculty affirm a Statement of Faith and the moral and lifestyle expectations of our Community Covenant. Wheaton College complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications will be mailed to promising candidates.

LINK: http://www2.wheaton.edu/HR/employment/openings_fac.php?id=269

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Brown University (RI) - TT Open Rank Position with Emphasis on Poetry
Candidates should have an MFA or equivalent, a strong publication record, including at least one book of poetry, and be able to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching poetry at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional experience in other areas such as hybrid genre, international literature, translation, literary theory, film/video, and/or digital arts would be welcome. Duties of the position include teaching poetry 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. An ideal candidate will also have the leadership potential for developing and administering the Literary Arts Department.

Please submit via https://apply.interfolio.com/35997 a letter of application, a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, an artist's statement, a writing sample (including a substantial portion of a creative text), and a list of at least three references. Please do not send letters of reference at this initial stage. 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, 2016 and end on October 21, 2016.

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Bryn Mawr College (PA) - TT Assistant Professor - Creative Writing - Poetry
The Creative Writing Program (CWP), part of the Arts Program at Bryn Mawr College, invites applications for a full-time, beginning tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a specialization in poetry to start August 1, 2017.

Candidates must have an M.F.A. in Creative Writing (or equivalent expertise) in hand by the start date, as well as publications; at least one book of poetry is desirable. Specialization in a secondary genre (e.g. playwriting, memoir, writing for children, literary translation, etc.), and a demonstrable commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected. Academic responsibilities include: teaching four beginning/intermediate or advanced-level undergraduate creative writing courses each year in poetry and a secondary genre, and a critical thinking and college seminar course for first year students. We expect this new faculty member to participate in administration of the CWP, including the annual Reading Series.

The CWP offers a comprehensive curriculum of workshops to undergraduate students at Bryn Mawr and Haverford Colleges. Class sizes are small and all courses are writing-intensive. The CWP aims to serve both students who might wish to pursue work in Creative Writing after graduation, and those who wish to explore Creative Writing on a course-by-course basis. An annual Reading Series brings writers of national and international reputation in all literary genres to campus.

Submit as pdf documents a curriculum vitae and, a cover letter outlining writing and teaching interests and experience as they relate to this position by October 31, 2016 to the Creative Writing Program Search Committee via Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/35950. In addition, arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via Interfolio to the Creative Writing Program Search Committee. Please do not send publications; these will be requested at a later stage of the search. Applications received by October 31, 2016 will receive full consideration.

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 * Last hire (in fiction) was internal, and according to their website, there are lecturers who may also make for compelling internal hires, or at least as a barometer to measure one's self against.

Georgia Southern University (GA) - TT Assistant Professor of Creative Writing/Poetry
Search #67374

College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Department of Writing and Linguistics

The Department of Writing and Linguistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the tenure-track position of assistant professor of creative writing with an emphasis in poetry and a secondary genre of expertise, excluding fiction (such as screenwriting, the graphic novel/memoir, hybrid/multigenre creative writing, creative nonfiction, or others).

Georgia Southern University, classified as a doctoral/research institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, is a member of the University System of Georgia. As the largest and most comprehensive research institution in southeast Georgia, the University is a residential campus of more than 20,500 students representing 48 states and 89 nations.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Georgia Southern offers a comprehensive array of baccalaureate degrees and selected master's and doctoral programs through eight colleges: Business Administration, Education, Engineering and Information Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Public Health, Science and Mathematics and Graduate Studies. With an emphasis on academic distinction, excellent teaching, research and student success, Georgia Southern offers both undergraduate and graduate students an attractive campus environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern lays claim to being the most beautiful campus in the state. Comprising more than 900 acres, the University grounds are an arboretum-like treasure featuring gently rolling lawns, scenic ponds and soaring pines. Located in Statesboro, a safe Main Street community of approximately 30,000 residents not far from Savannah and Hilton Head Island, Georgia Southern provides the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a smaller college.

Within this setting, the Department of Writing and Linguistics is a department combining theory and practice in the study of written text, discourse, and language. Its mission is to contribute to the cultural, technological, and social lives of its graduates and the communities in which they live by providing a unique, interdisciplinary program that combines theoretical knowledge of language usage and structure with practical writing skills in multiple genres. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate how they can contribute to all aspects of growing our program, which offers an ambitious schedule of readings, travel, and experiential educational opportunities beyond the classroom.

Position Description. Reporting to the Department Chair, the assistant professor position requires teaching (both in the classroom and beyond it), research, and service. The successful candidate will normally teach three creative writing classes each semester, primarily in service to undergraduate majors, but teaching could include first-year writing or other areas of need and/or interest in our ever-evolving interdisciplinary department. The 10-month position is a tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Summer teaching is available but not required.

Required Qualifications: Earned MFA or Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in creative writing, or closely related field. appropriate to the Department of Writing and Linguistics with at least 18 graduate semester hours in creative writing coursework, by August 1, 2017. At least one full-length book publication in poetry with a nationally recognized press. Significant publications of poetry in nationally recognized journals and/or magazines. Significant publications of a secondary genre (excluding fiction) in nationally recognized journals and/or magazines. At least one year of experience teaching creative writing at the college level. Evidence of engaged student learning, arising from pedagogical practice informed by scholarship of teaching and learning. Demonstrated evidence of teaching and sustained engagement beyond the classroom (such as involvement with program building, a reading series, or student-oriented initiatives). Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the institution.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with arts administration. Experience with publishing and editorial duties. Experience teaching multiple creative writing genres to multiple levels of learners. Experience teaching with technology. Interest or experience exploring race, gender, and/or identity in creative writing.

Screening of applications begins November 4, 2016, and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2017. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Semi-finalists will be asked to submit samples of creative work not to exceed 20 pages. Other documentation may also be requested.

Only complete applications submitted electronically will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent, via e-mail, to:

Christina Olson, Search Chair, Search #67374

Department of Writing and Linguistics

Georgia Southern University

P. O. Box 8026

Statesboro GA 30460

Electronic mail: colson@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: 912-478-0124

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/ or http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/writling/. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities and who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.

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University of Massachusetts-Amherst (MA) - TT Associate or Advanced Assistant Professor - Modern / Contemporary Poetry
The Department of English at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track, Associate or Advanced Assistant Professor to begin September 2017. Successful candidate will teach modern and contemporary poetry workshops and seminars, and serve on MFA thesis committees. Successful candidate will also be expected to direct the MFA program in rotation with other faculty, teach a TA-assisted, large undergraduate Living Writers course in rotation, and fully participate in an active and collegial department of English. Our MFA in Creative Writing is one of the oldest and most distinguished graduate writing programs in the country.Qualifications: Either MFA or PhD in English or closely related fields, evidence of outstanding college-level teaching, and a strong publication record including at least one book. Applicants with specialization in African-American, diasporic, Indigenous, Latino/a/x, Asian-American, or Arab-American poetics especially welcome Salary commensurate with qualifications. To apply, submit the following materials: a cover letter, vita, a 25-page sample of recent written work or published book (as PDF), and the names and email contact information for three references to the link below. After receiving acknowledgment, applicants will be notified to contact their referees to submit letters. http:///umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=74997 All application materials must be received by Oct. 14 to insure consideration. Application materials will not be returned. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. http://www.umass.edu/english

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Western Washington University (WA) - TT Asst. Professor of Creative Writing - Poetry
The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning September 2017. This is a position in creative writing, focused on teaching and creative activity in poetry.

About the College/Department: The department has 32 tenure-line faculty members and offers B.A. programs in Creative Writing and Literature, an M.F.A. program in Creative Writing, and an M.A. program in English Studies. The department also offers minors in Film Studies, Linguistics, and Writing Studies, as well as courses that provide training in composition/rhetoric, professional and technical writing, editing and publishing, and teacher preparation. The Department of English is committed to the University's mission to bring together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities; to this end, the Department encourages applications from diverse candidates. To learn more about the Department of English, visit https://chss.wwu.edu/english.

Position Responsibilities: Standard quarter system teaching assignment (currently 2-2-2), with specialty courses at the undergraduate and M.F.A. levels; general education courses and other courses depending on the candidate's interests and departmental needs; exemplary teaching; a rigorous program of creative activity; service to the department through a range of activities including advising and contributions to the development of programs and curricula.

Required Qualifications: M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing, English, or a related field by August 2017; strong expertise in poetry; demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and a potential for strong creative activity and publication in relevant fields; significant record of publication in poetry, such as a published book or book under contract from a selective press (no self-published work will be considered); demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity in teaching and in creative work.

Preferred Qualifications: Publication in and/or ability to teach fiction writing and/or creative nonfiction writing; demonstrated expertise in any area of historically marginalized literature; familiarity with and sensitivity to cultural diversity issues.

Academic Emphasis: English.

Job Location: Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Bargaining Union: United Faculty of Western Washington

Application Instructions and Requested Documents: To be considered for the position, application materials must be submitted via WWU’s Electronic Application System for Employment (EASE); please log in at https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=7143, and use Internet Explorer to fully utilize the online application system.

Candidates should upload a letter of application, CV, and graduate transcripts. Additionally, three letters of recommendation are required; recommenders should email their letters to the Creative Writing Search Committee at English@wwu.edu.

Interviews: Screening interviews will take place over Skype in January. For consideration for a January screening interview, applications must be received by October 28, 2016. Finalist interviews will be conducted on campus.

Other Information: Follow Western Employment on Facebook and @WWUEmployment on Twitter.

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Becker College (MA) - Full-Time Humanities Faculty Position (incl. Fiction and Nonfiction Writing)
Becker College is seeking applications for a faculty member in the Humanities Division. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D.. in English, or Humanities, to teach courses in the division: literature, humanities, and fiction and nonfiction writing. Prior teaching in these areas required. The College has initiated a CORE curriculum on the Agile Mindset concept, administered through the Humanities Division. Candidates will participate in teaching some of the CORE courses. The Agile Mindset values knowledge, and the power of learning. It focuses on a set of uniquely human skills, and prepares our students to adapt, and create new value.

(For more information about the Agile Mindset at Becker College, please see: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/robert-e-johnson/the-university-class-of-2_b_9704960.html)

The candidates are expected to possess facility with the use of information technology to support and enhance student learning in the field. . Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Postal Address: Kathleen M. Garvey, Human Resources, Becker College, 61 Sever St. Worcester, MA 01609-2195.

Phone: 508-373-9455 Fax: 508-849-5275

Online App. Form: http://www.becker.edu

Email Address: kathleen.garvey@becker.edu

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Bethel College (KS) - TT Position - Literary Studies / English (incl. Creative Writing)
Bethel College (Kansas) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Literary Studies/English, to begin August 2017. Review of applications will begin November 14, semi-finalists interviewed by telephone in December, and finalists invited to campus interviews in February 2017. We seek a candidate committed to teaching a range of introductory and advanced courses, including first-year seminar and freshman composition, general education literature classes, and advanced courses in creative writing and in an area of specialization in American or British literature. The successful candidate must demonstrate proven excellence in teaching, a firm commitment to liberal arts education, support for the Bethel College mission, and an ability to interact effectively with a range of culturally diverse students. The successful candidate should have a particular area of expertise and scholarly interest that complements the current faculty, but the candidate's specialization is secondary to the primary importance of a commitment to teach creative writing and a range of courses.

M.F.A. or Ph.D. in English or related field required.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, teaching philosophy, a curriculum vita, graduate transcripts, Bethel College application and contact information including email addresses for three references to Denise Krase, Office of Academic Affairs, Bethel College, 300 E. 27th Street, N. Newton, KS 67117 or via email to dkrase@bethelks.edu.

Bethel College is a four-year, private, primarily residential, liberal arts college. It is the oldest Mennonite college in North America. Bethel College educates leaders through faith and learning, building its programs on seven central values: discipleship, scholarship, service, integrity, community, peace and social justice, and diversity. Distinctive elements of a Bethel education include requirements in cross-cultural learning and religion and an emphasis on undergraduate research, internships and study abroad.

Online App. Form: http://www.bethelks.edu/jobs

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California State University, San Marcos (CA) - Assistant Professor - Digital Rhetoric, Digital Writing, Digital Literature
The Literature & Writing Studies (LTWR) Department at CSUSM has a strong Cultural Studies emphasis and an active interest in innovative pedagogies. Candidates must be able communicate effectively and work cooperatively with departmental colleagues and an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. CSUSM’s commitment to writing is reflected in our 2500-word campus-wide writing requirement.

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. (or ABD) in Digital Rhetoric, Writing, or related field preferred; M.F.A.s considered. Candidates must be able to teach courses in Digital Rhetoric, Digital Writing, &/or Digital Literacies, with a focus on Writing Studies, Digital Literature, and Multimodalities. Broad training and expertise in writing studies and its digital applications is required. The successful candidate will have a solid record of publication commensurate with years since receiving degree and the ability to develop and sustain an independent research agenda.

Desired/preferred qualifications: Applicant areas of expertise may include Digital Writing, Digital Literacies, Multimodal Writing, Digital Humanities, Digital Rhetoric, Film Studies, Creative Writing, Media Theory, Digital Poetics, Vernacular Literacies, or New Critical Literacies. Teaching experience is desirable. Preference will be given to candidates who have prior successful teaching at the post secondary level. Ability and desire to teach creative writing and/or analytical writing workshops is a plus.

Innovation and initiatives in the field are desirable. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated intercultural competence with diverse groups in teaching, research and/or service.

DUTIES: The successful candidate will develop and teach core courses such as Critical Reading & Writing, Writing Workshop in Argument and Analysis, Creative Writing Workshop I & II, and The Writing Process. Teaching contributions may also include large General Education courses in literature, film, women’s studies, cultural studies, and/or other areas of candidate’s expertise. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment toward the overall enhancement of writing skills and digital facility for all LTWR majors. In addition to teaching, faculty members at CSUSM are expected to maintain an active research agenda in their field and participate in activities serving the department, college, university and community.

Application Applications must include: Cover letter; Curriculum vitae; Transcripts; Faculty Application.

Submit application materials and direct any inquiries to: LTWRTT1617@csusm.edu

A review of applications will commence on Oct. 15, 2016. However, the position will remain open until filled.

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Massey University (NZ) - Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing
Applications are invited for a permanent, fulltime position as Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing within the School of English and Media Studies at Massey University’s Manawatu Campus in Palmerston North. The level of appointment will depend on qualifications and experience.

The School of English and Media Studies has a strong record in teaching excellence and pastoral care of students in an interactive learning environment. Courses are taught in internal and distance learning modes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The School offers undergraduate majors in Creative Writing, English, Expressive Arts (creative writing, performance, and digital media production), and Media Studies, as well as minors in Theatre Studies and in Public and Professional Writing. Creative writing papers currently on offer include fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, writing for theatre, script writing, and writing for children.

The School wishes to appoint an applicant who is able to contribute to a range of offerings in the Bachelor of Arts major in Creative Writing and to creative writing papers in the Bachelor of Communication major in Expressive Arts. Immediate responsibilities will include lectures and workshops for an established introductory creative writing course (poetry, fiction), as well as more advanced undergraduate courses in one or more of the following areas: creative non-fiction, fiction, and/or poetry. The position also includes teaching creative writing at postgraduate level and supervision of students engaging in creative/critical research. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to student life and culture outside the classroom. The capacity to contribute to the School’s other teaching programmes would be an advantage; candidates are encouraged to look at the School’s full range of programmes and consider possible areas of synergy and cross-disciplinary co-operation.

The successful candidate will have an advanced qualification (preferably a completed PhD), university teaching experience, creative publications and other evidence of on-going research/creative activity. All applications need to be submitted by means of the Massey University careers website, and should include a letter of application, a current Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three referees (with full contact details).

The start time for this position is no later than 1 February 2017. Enquiries of an Academic nature about the position should be directed to Carol Seelye, School of English and Media Studies, ph 64-6-951-7549, or c.a.seelye@massey.ac.nz

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Closing date: 11 September 2016. Reference number: A269-16SF

For further information and to apply online, visit: http://www.massey.ac.nz/joinus/

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Susquehanna University (PA) - TT Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Multiple Genres
The Department of English & Creative Writing at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing specializing in work in multiple genres, beginning in August 2017. Special interest in creative nonfiction and poetry.

Teaching responsibilities include several levels of creative writing workshops as well as first-year composition and introductory literature or genre surveys. The successful candidate will have published a book or have publications in nationally reputable literary journals, 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.

Candidates must possess either an MFA with a substantive publishing record or a Ph.D. in creative writing. All candidates must present evidence of creative, literary, and teaching potential. Our highly-engaged creative writing program is regularly ranked as one of the top tier undergraduate majors in North America, hosts the Raji-Syman Visiting Writers Series, and offers a supportive collegial environment. www.susqu.edu/writers.

Submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation, and a statement on how you will contribute to campus diversity and inclusion (specifying your experience with inclusive pedagogical practices in teaching, advising, and mentoring) online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/. Any inquiries should be sent to the department co-chair, Dr. Glen Retief, retief@susqu.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 17.

As a living, learning and working community, Susquehanna University affirms its commitment to being an engaged, culturally inclusive campus. As we seek to embody the rich diversity of the human community, we commit ourselves to the full participation of persons who represent the breadth of human difference. The university encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Susquehanna University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Susquehanna University is a national liberal arts college committed to excellence in educating undergraduate students for productive lives of achievement, leadership and service in a diverse and interconnected world. Its more than 2,100 undergraduates come from 35 states and 22 countries, and all students study away through Susquehanna’s unique Global Opportunities program. Susquehanna University’s 325 acre campus, noted for its beauty, is located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, 50 miles north of Harrisburg in the scenic Susquehanna River Valley, about a three hour drive from Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and New York City. For more information, please visit https://www.susqu.edu.

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Susquehanna University (PA) - TT Assistant Professor of Digital Publishing and Writing
The Department of English & Creative Writing at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor specializing in digital publishing and writing, beginning in August 2017. Teaching responsibilities include introduction to modern publishing and a course exploring the cultural and social functions of publishing, which serve our new English-Publishing and Editing major; first-year composition and introductory literature or genre surveys that serve the university's Central Curriculum. The successful candidate will also design and teach new undergraduate courses that add digital publishing and editing, multimodal composition, and topics emerging from the candidate’s research to the department's curriculum. The standard teaching load is 3/3.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Professional Writing, or a related field in Digital Humanities. Candidates are also expected to present evidence of excellence in teaching and a promising research or editorial agenda in their field. The Department of English & Creative Writing is a vibrant literary community that produces Modern Language Studies and multiple student publications. The department strongly values individual initiative, student mentoring, experiential learning, and a collegial and diverse community.

Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation, and a statement on how you will contribute to the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion (specifying your knowledge of and experience with inclusive pedagogical practices in classroom teaching, advising, and mentoring) online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/910 Any inquiries should be sent to the department co-chair, Dr. Laurence Roth, roth@susqu.edu. Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2016.

As a living, learning and working community, Susquehanna University affirms its commitment to being an engaged, culturally inclusive campus. As we seek to embody the rich diversity of the human community, we commit ourselves to the full participation of persons who represent the breadth of human difference. The university encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Susquehanna University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Susquehanna University is a national liberal arts college committed to excellence in educating undergraduate students for productive lives of achievement, leadership and service in a diverse and interconnected world. Its more than 2,100 undergraduates come from 35 states and 22 countries, and all students study away through Susquehanna’s unique Global Opportunities program. Susquehanna University’s 325 acre campus, noted for its beauty, is located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, 50 miles north of Harrisburg in the scenic Susquehanna River Valley, about a three hour drive from Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and New York City. For more information, please visit https://www.susqu.edu.

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University of California San Diego (CA) - Associate or Full Professor in Creative Writing (Prose, with emphasis in Innovative Fiction, Cross-Genre, or Other)
The Department of Literature within the Division of Arts & Humanities at the University of California, San Diego (http://literature.ucsd.edu) is committed to excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. In that commitment, we seek candidates for an Associate or Full Professor in Creative Writing--Prose, with emphasis in Innovative Fiction, Cross-Genre, or Other.

In addition to having demonstrated highest achievement in creative and professional activity, we welcome candidates who will excel in teaching at all levels in a thriving undergraduate program and a selective cross-genre MFA program, with interdisciplinary and innovative approaches to writing practice and theory. Applicants should have an accomplished record of publication, teaching, and service, as well as an interest in working within a world literature department with a focus on critical theory and cultural, ethnic, and gender studies. The candidate will be expected to teach and supervise students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to specialized seminars, the successful candidate should be prepared to teach large enrollment introductory courses in fiction and non-fiction for non-majors.

The ideal candidate will be called upon to participate in the development of the Writing Section, including leadership of our unique cross-genre MFA program and administration of the New Writing Series, and will contribute to a department where faculty members work in multiple languages, geographies, and historical periods. As such, desirable areas of additional expertise include translation, digital writing, intermedia, lyric essay, performance, or nontraditional formats.

MFA or PhD required. Preferred candidates will have ample experience in the arena of equity and diversity, such as leadership in teaching, mentoring, research or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly and artistic environment and programs that foster inclusion and access for historically underrepresented groups. Proof of authorization to work in the U. S. will be required prior to employment (Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1985).

Closing Date: November 1, 2016

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Applicants are asked to submit applications using UCSD's online Recruit web page: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF01179.

Required documents include: 1) a cover letter (include job ad code â164â and the acronym showing where you found the ad at the top of your cover letter with personal statement); 2) current CV; 3) at least 3 letters of recommendation; please add contact names and requested information (click on the prompt to contact references, which generates an email to these references). Request your dossier services to upload reference letters to your online application web page; 4) one, or at most two, sample syllabi, with recent student evaluations; 5) writing samples of 20-30 pages, including recent publications and new creative work. Upload in .doc or .pdf format; 6) a personal diversity and leadership statement.

Applicants should include a personal statement summarizing their contributions to diversity and leadership. Contribution to diversity statements could include an attention to diverse learning needs, engaging learning fields of diverse communities, pedagogical methods that address learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds, an awareness of inequities in education and research, a track record of specific activities that address and mitigate inequities, follow-up of positive impact on under-represented students, and a specific plan of activities and follow-up at UCSD.

UCSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity (http://diversity.ucsd.edu/).

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University of Puget Sound (WA) - TT Assistant Professor in Writing, New Media, and Digital Literacies
The Department of English at the University of Puget Sound seeks a colleague for a tenure-line position in the creative production and rhetorical analysis of new and emerging genres or digital media. The successful candidate will also contribute courses that enhance our department's offerings in the craft of writing, broadly envisioned. We encourage applicants who examine the relationships between formal, aesthetic, and technological developments and social justice, including but not limited to issues of subjectivity and community; digital access and literacies; the rhetorical production of activism; cultural discourse; critical gender, race, sexuality, and disability studies.

The University of Puget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in the Pacific Northwest and home of the Race and Pedagogy Initiative. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to strengthen campus-wide initiatives in Digital Humanities that are being supported by a grant from the Mellon Foundation, as well as work with the extensive University archive program in print and digital media.

Responsibilities: - Maintain a standard teaching assignment of three courses per semester - Teach introductory and advanced courses in a field of specialty, and self-designed theme-based courses in the first-year writing program - Teach and develop courses for majors and non-majors (in the university's core curriculum), bringing a critical and reflective approach to pedagogy - Demonstrate a strong commitment to research - Advise students and contribute to departmental and university governance

Qualifications: - Ph.D. (ABD considered) in a relevant academic field: English, Rhetoric and Composition, Creative Writing - A record of successful teaching - A demonstrated research agenda - Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education

Compensation and Benefits:

Rank: Assistant Professor

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/offices--services/human-resources/overview-of-university-benefit/".

About Puget Sound: The University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant, diverse mid-sized urban port city. Within, and near, Tacoma there is ready access to urban, rural, and natural areas as well as opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities.

Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than October 14, 2016 to ensure consideration.

Required Documents: Applicants should submit the following required documents. Please submit only the requested materials at this time. Later in the process we will notify candidates from whom we wish to receive additional materials. - Cover letter (maximum of two pages) - Curriculum vitae - Three (3) letters of reference (please do not provide more than the three requested). Candidates will be asked to specify the email addresses of reference providers at the time of application.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background inquiry.

How to Apply: For complete job description and application instructions, visit: http://www.pugetsound.edu/employment

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University of Tampa (FL) - Term Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Creative and Academic Writing) - Non-TT
Job Type: Full Time

FACULTY ONLY Tenure Track or Term: Term

Department: English and Writing

Position Summary: The Department of English and Writing within the College of Arts & Letters at The University of Tampa is pleased to invite applications for a Term appointment as Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Creative and Academic Writing) to begin August 2017.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of 8,300 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 20 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 229 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 140 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated teacher with a demonstrable commitment to both academic and creative writing. The teaching load for this position will be seven four-credit courses per year: 3 sections per year of creative writing (introductory and advanced) and 4 sections per year of Academic Writing (AWR 100, 101, 110, or 201). In addition to teaching duties, successful candidates will participate in departmental service.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a PhD in English or a related field; college- or university-level experience teaching composition and creative writing; and demonstrated scholarly/professional activity.

Posting Date: 08-25-2016

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

LINK: http://jobs.ut.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52804

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University of Tampa (FL) - TT Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Poetry/Nonfiction)
The Department of English and Writing within the College of Arts and Letters at The University of Tampa seeks candidates for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of English and Writing (Poetry/Nonfiction) to begin August 2017.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of 8,300 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 20 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 229 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 140 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

This position offers opportunities to contribute to a dynamic program with an endowed reading series; a student-run literary magazine; a faculty-edited literary journal, Tampa Review; and a low-residency MFA program.

Our ideal candidate will be a strong teacher of writing with an active writing agenda demonstrated through published creative work, readings, and professional activities. A history of successfully teaching both creative and academic writing is highly desirable, as is a background in literary studies. The annual teaching load is six four-credit undergraduate courses: three creative writing workshops (introductory and advanced) and three sections of academic writing. More information on our academic programs can be can be found at http://www.ut.edu/englishandwriting.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Posting Date: 09-01-2016 Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Qualifications: An MFA in Creative Writing or PhD in English is required.

Quicklink for Posting: http://jobs.ut.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52825

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Emory University (GA) - Creative Writing Fellow in Fiction
Two-year fellowship in fiction in lively undergraduate English/Creative Writing Program, beginning fall 2017. Load 2-1, all workshops; $30,000 salary, and health benefits. Fellow will give a public reading. Required: MFA or Ph.D. in last five years, with Creative Writing teaching experience; record of publication, with a first book underway. Desireable: interest in secondary genre, creative nonfiction and/or screenwriting.

Deadline Date: November 1, 2016

Start Date: August 23, 2017

Required Degree: MFA

Emory University, a top-ranked private institution recognized internationally for its outstanding liberal arts colleges, graduate and professional schools, and one of the world's leading health care systems, is located on a beautiful campus in Atlanta, Georgia's historic Druid Hills neighborhood. The undergraduate Creative Writing Program at Emory celebrates its 26th birthday this year. In this program, students can approach the study of literature in a creative way - through their own writing - as well as by the more traditional method of critical analysis and reading. Students may also pursue their personal interests and investigate specific genres, including poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, playwriting and screenwriting

For More Information: URL: http://creativewriting.emory.edu/home/people/fellowship-positions.html

Email: paula.vitaris@emory.edu Phone: 4047274683

How to Apply: Submit electronic dossier, including cover letter discussing teaching experience and philosophy, CV, two letters of recommendation, and a 25-page writing sample to https://apply.interfolio.com/36376 by the November 1, 2016 deadline. This deadline is firm and late applications will not be considered.

Application must be received by November 1, 2016

AA/EOE Statement: We actively seek applications from women and minority candidates. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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Emory University (GA) - Creative Writing Fellow in Poetry
Two-year fellowship in poetry in lively undergraduate English/Creative Writing Program, beginning fall 2017. Load 2-1, all workshops; $30,000 salary, and health benefits. Fellow will give a public reading and have access to the Raymond Danowski Poetry Library, a 75,000-volume rare and modern poetry library housed at Emory. Required: MFA or Ph.D. in last five years, with Creative Writing teaching experience. Desireable: record of publication, and secondary interests, such as creative nonfiction and working in archives.

Deadline Date: November 1, 2016

Start Date: August 23, 2017

Required Degree: MFA

Emory University, a top-ranked private institution recognized internationally for its outstanding liberal arts colleges, graduate and professional schools, and one of the world's leading health care systems, is located on a beautiful campus in Atlanta, Georgia's historic Druid Hills neighborhood. The undergraduate Creative Writing Program at Emory celebrates its 26th birthday this year. In this program, students can approach the study of literature in a creative way - through their own writing - as well as by the more traditional method of critical analysis and reading. Students may also pursue their personal interests and investigate specific genres, including poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, playwriting and screenwriting

For More Information: URL: http://creativewriting.emory.edu/home/people/fellowship-positions.html

Email: paula.vitaris@emory.edu. Phone: 4047274683

How to Apply: Submit electronic dossier, including cover letter discussing teaching experience and philosophy, CV, two letters of recommendation, and a 15-page writing sample to https://apply.interfolio.com/36375 by the November 1, 2016 deadline. This deadline is firm and late applications will not be considered.

Application must be received by November 1, 2016

AA/EOE Statement: We actively seek applications from women and minority candidates. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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St. Lawrence University (NY) - Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction or Non-fiction)
Fiction or creative non-fiction writers with significant publications and teaching experience are invited to apply for the position of Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing for the academic year 2017-2018. Publications and teaching experience in a second genre would be preferable. The individual hired will teach two genre-specific courses each semester, at the beginning and advanced level, and be an active participant in the English Department. Departmental activities will include giving a reading as part of the St. Lawrence University Writers Series, serving as a reader on a senior honors thesis and possibly directing a senior independent project, and leading occasional workshops for senior writing majors or giving a craft talk on writing. Evidence will be sought of a proven record of innovative pedagogy in creative writing and an enthusiasm for teaching. Minimum two years of undergraduate teaching experience required.

M.F.A. or Ph.D. in creative writing, with at least two books and significant additional publications, are required. The successful candidate will join a department with a curricular commitment to teaching the mutuality of the study of literature and the practice of creative expression. Salary commensurate with experience. A fully-furnished house is provided as part of the compensation package.

Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu and submit 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.) Applications should be received by October 17, 2016; review will continue until the position is filled.

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University of Chicago (IL) - Collegiate Assistant Professor of Poetry (4 yr. Appt.)
The Program in Creative Writing in the Department of English at the University of Chicago is accepting applications from poets for a full-time, four-year non-renewable Collegiate Assistant Professor position as a Harper Schmidt Fellow beginning September 1, 2017. The Fellows are members of the College Faculty whose primary responsibility is to teach in the general education (Core) program. Teaching duties will involve five introductory core courses per year in Creative Writing and an Advanced Workshop in Poetry for students taking the Major in Creative Writing to be launched in 2017-18. Course descriptions can be found at our website: http://creativewriting.uchicago.edu.

Fellows participate with other Creative Writing faculty in the full life of the program, including curriculum development, academic advising of undergraduate students, and other committee work. A Fellow is eligible for one quarter of research sabbatical in the third year of residence. The annual salary for 2017-18 will be $67,650.

An MFA or PhD, or equivalent professional experience is necessary, as are a deep commitment to teaching and a publication record including at least one book of poetry on a significant publisher's list.

At least one year of experience teaching at the college level is preferred with the interest and ability to communicate both within the specific disciplinary area as well as across a range of critical and literary practice. We seek experienced and diverse applicants whose intellectual and creative interests are bridge-building within the context of an intense and rigorous liberal arts college.

Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago Academic Career Opportunities website at http://academiccareers.uchicago.edu, select requisition #03089, and upload a current curriculum vitae (your c.v. should include your name, phone number, email and mailing address), letter of application, and the names and contact information for three references. To complete your application, you must also submit a portfolio of work containing between 15-20 pages of poetry.

All application materials must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM Central Standard Time, Friday, October 14, 2016. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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University of Chicago (IL) - Lecturer in Fiction Writing (3 yr. Appt. - renewable)
The University of Chicago Program in Creative Writing invites applications for a three year full-time appointment as Lecturer in Fiction Writing. The standard minimum teaching load of full-time lecturers in the College is the equivalent of six courses. Depending on the needs of the Creative Writing Program, this teaching load may be configured as five courses plus thesis advising. Lecturers will also play an active role in our robust reading series and have a voice in curricular development as we grow our academic degree offerings.

We look for a record of significant fiction publication, at least one book on a significant publisher's list or equivalent, and applicants should show evidence of talent and commitment in teaching. An additional interest in teaching non-fiction would be an advantage. An MFA, or equivalent professional experience is necessary. The position is contingent upon final budgetary approval and is renewable based upon satisfactory review. The starting salary for this position is $45,000 for appointees with a terminal degree.

To apply for this position you must submit your application through the University of Chicago Academic Career Opportunities website, https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu, select requisition # 03088 and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, reference contact information, and a 20?30 page writing sample.

Application deadline: All materials must be uploaded by midnight Central Standard Time on October 14, 2016. Only complete applications will be considered.

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University of North Carolina Wilmington (NC) - Lecturer - Creative Writing (1 yr. renewable, begin. Jan. 2017)
The Department of Creative Writing at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a full-time lecturer position in creative writing, a one-year appointment beginning January 2017, with the possibility of renewal after the first year. Teaching load is 3-3, with the possibility of an annual one-course reduction based on administrative responsibilities. Responsibilities include teaching a range of creative writing courses, and coordination of our nationally recognized MFA program. Administrative duties include oversight of day-to-day operations in our MFA program in concert with other department coordinators and administrators; assistance in coordinating scheduling, recruitment and admissions, and events; response to student needs; collaboration on marketing, social media, and outreach; and advocacy for the MFA program on and off campus. Teaching opportunities may include introductory and advanced creative writing workshops, craft-based literature courses, publishing courses, and graduate courses.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have an M.F.A. or Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment, substantial administrative experience and undergraduate teaching experience, and a strong record of recent national periodical publication.

Preferred Qualifications: The successful candidate should have strong communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to writing and publication. Expertise in any writing genre, including the teaching of publishing, is welcome.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit: Established in 1999, UNCW’s Department of Creative Writing is a community of passionate, dedicated writers who believe that the creation of art is valuable to self and culture, and a necessary contribution to the diversity of cultural expression. The department offers MFA and BFA degrees, as well as a full suite of publishing courses and a BFA Certificate in Publishing. Our Publishing Laboratory provides students a foundation in book and magazine publishing, editing, and design, and is home to the award-winning Ecotone literary journal and Lookout Books imprint. To date, our MFA students and alumni have published more than 85 books — novels, memoirs, works of historical fiction and nonfiction, poetry and short story collections. Our alumni hold teaching and administrative positions at regional, national, and international venues, and have established successful careers in all areas of the global publishing industry and in a wide range of disciplines and business sectors.

College/School Information: At UNCW, the College of Arts and Sciences provides the vital foundation for the university’s pursuit of excellence. Through our teaching, we educate students for lives of fulfillment in the twenty-first century. Through our research, we advance the state of knowledge and creativity in the arts and sciences. And through our outreach, we improve the quality of life in Southeastern North Carolina and beyond.

University Information: The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to learning through the integration of teaching and mentoring with research and service. A public institution with over 14,000 students, the university is known for its superb faculty and staff and powerful academic experience. With an array of high-quality programs at the baccalaureate and master’s levels, and doctoral programs in marine biology and educational leadership, UNCW is consistently recognized at a national level for academic excellence and affordability by publications like U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and The Business Journals. UNCW also recently earned the 2015 Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, bestowed to higher education institutions dedicated to community involvement.

EEO Statement: UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified men and women from all racial, ethnic or other minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicant Instructions: Please complete the online application process available at https://jobs.uncw.edu/. In addition, please have three letters of reference sent to Prof. Wendy Brenner, Search Committee Chair, Department of Creative Writing, UNCW, 601 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-5938 by October 7, 2016. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding the online application process, contact Ms. Megan Hubbard at (910) 962-7063.

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University of Western Australia (AUS) - Lecturer - English and Cultural Studies / Director of Creative Writing (2 yr. Appt.)
Lecturer - English and Cultural Studies | REF: 496818 |

FACULTY OF ARTS - SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES

2-year appointment commencing 7 February 2017

Salary range: Level B AU $93,182 - $110,654 p.a.

The University of Western Australia (UWA), a member of the prestigious Group of Eight research-intensive universities, is ranked amongst the top Australian universities and among the top 100 universities in the world.

The Creative Writing program at the University of Western Australia is part of the discipline of English and Cultural Studies and the School of Humanities. It consists of units at all undergraduate levels and has a nationally and internationally recognised record of excellence in creative writing education and creative production, including the publication of Masters and Doctoral work supervised within the program. Creative Writing at UWA has productive relationships with local, national and international writing communities and a partnership with the literary journal Westerly, published at UWA since 1956.

We are seeking an individual with strong leadership qualities, vision and energy to direct the Creative Writing program.

The successful applicant will have highly developed skills in teaching Creative Writing and will be responsible for the development of curriculum and teaching materials in this area.

The appointee is expected to have a demonstrated active research and publication output, particularly creative research in the form of published creative writing.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: PhD in Creative Writing, Literary Studies or equivalent. National recognition in Creative Writing. Ability to develop, coordinate and teach undergraduate units in Creative Writing. Ability to develop, coordinate and teach postgraduate units in Creative Writing. Ability to attract research funding and build research collaboration. Ability to supervise Honours and Postgraduate Students. Commitment to pursue the best educational practices and to implement institutional goals. Ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles. Further information about English and Cultural Studies at the University can be found at http://www.humanities.uwa.edu.au/home/english-and-cultural-studies.

Closing date: Wednesday 28 September 2016

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

For further information and to apply online please visit the website http://jobs.uwa.edu.au/

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Ashland University (OH) - Director of MFA in Creative Writing/Assistant or Associate Professor of English (TT)
Director of MFA in Creative Writing Assistant or Associate Professor of English: Tenure-Track  Position Begins January 2, 2017 About Ashland University Ashland University (AU) is a mid-sized, private university that seeks to provide transformative learning experiences for its students - shaping graduates who work, serve, and lead with integrity in their local, national and global communities. Located in Ashland, Ohio, about an hour south of Cleveland and an hour north of Columbus, Ashland University has long been a center for literary arts. The Ashland Poetry Press, founded in 1969, and River Teeth: A Journal of Nonfiction Narrative, are both housed in the MFA in Creative Writing Program, bringing national recognition to the University and providing editorial opportunities for MFA students. The MFA Program emphasizes dedicated teaching and the high quality of MFA faculty publication. Ashland University also has graduate programs in communication, American history and government, business, education, nursing, and health sciences. About Ashland's MFA Program Ashland University's low-residency MFA Program in Creative Writing was founded in 2006, admitting its first students in 2007. Poets and Writers Magazine ranked the program highly relative to other low-residency programs, in terms of awards, scholarships, and jobs received by Ashland MFA alumni. The program offers degree tracks in three genres - poetry, creative nonfiction, and fiction - and uses the once-yearly residency model, bringing students and faculty together on campus for an annual two-week residency during the last two weeks of July. Students attend three residencies - a gateway residency, a mid-program residency, and an exit residency - during the two-year and two-week course of degree program completion, and complete four non-residential 9-credit hour semesters of study. The program draws students from twenty-five different states. All Ashland MFA faculty have achieved national recognition through book publications by university and trade presses. One faculty member was a Pulitzer Prize finalist and others have received such awards as Guggenheim Fellowships, the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award, Fulbright Senior Fellowships, National Endowment for the Arts Fellowships, awards and grants from state arts councils, state book awards, and more. With dedicated teaching an essential commitment on the part of all MFA faculty members, during non-residential semesters Ashland MFA faculty work with 3-5 students on required, writing submissions, and lead online group discussions of required texts. Job Description The Department of English seeks a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of English to serve as Director of the MFA in Creative Writing. The successful candidate will be a writer with strong creative publications, a proven record of successful administrative experience, substantial university teaching experience, and in-depth knowledge of contemporary writing culture. The successful candidate will be responsible for visionary leadership of a dynamic, actively growing program. The MFA Director will have a 12-month contract and teach one undergraduate course, and two MFA courses (one non-residential, one residential) per year. The Director works closely with the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and reports to the Chair of the English Department. Ideally, candidates should have experience teaching at the graduate level, preferably in a low-residency program. Candidates should have multiple published books (poetry, fiction and/or creative nonfiction) with reputable university or trade publishers, proven organizational and administrative skills in creating and/or sustaining a harmonious academic or artistic community, and experience in budget development and administration for an academic program or arts community. MFA or Ph.D. in English (or related field) required. The MFA Director serves as the liaison between the program faculty and the University administration and supervises one full-time support position (the MFA Administrative Director). The MFA Director serves with other graduate program directors on the Graduate Cabinet, chairs the MFA Faculty Committee, leads any necessary MFA faculty searches, serves as academic advisor for all students in the program, collaborates with the Office of Graduate and Online Program Admissions to recruit students, and with support from the Administrative Director oversees all aspects of the MFA Program. A faculty member within the Department of English, the MFA Director attends department meetings and engages in departmental service. With support from the MFA Administrative Director, the MFA Director determines teaching assignments for all residency creative writing classes and craft seminars, develops additional panel discussions, conferences for students with outside editors, theses defense sessions, and informational meetings with each student cohort. With support from the MFA Administrative Director, the MFA Director also oversees all aspects of online learning during non-residential semesters, including new faculty training on Blackboard, oversight of faculty teaching, and response to student, faculty, and administrative concerns, as needed. Specific Duties
 * Develops and implements student recruitment, admissions, and retention strategies
 * Recruits new students by phone and email, in conjunction with the Office of Graduate and Online Program

Admissions Director Review of applications will begin Sept. 26, 2016, and continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a list of three references to Dr. Hilary Donatini at [mailto:hdonatin@ashland.edu hdonatinATashlandDOTedu].
 * Recruits and mentors MFA faculty and program staff
 * Oversees the MFA in Creative Writing curriculum in accordance to University policy
 * Oversees all assessment processes for the MFA Program
 * Plans, proposes and administers the MFA in Creative Writing budget
 * Oversees any revisions to the MFA Faculty Handbook
 * Oversees program alumni relations
 * Plans and supervises an annual advertising strategy (in conjunction with the AU Marketing Department)
 * Oversees the program website, newsletters and other communications in conjunction with the MFA Administrative
 * Maintains an active publication record and stays active as a writer of new literature
 * Serves as academic advisor for all students in the MFA Program
 * Chairs the MFA Faculty Committee in proposing any revisions for MFA policies and in proposing new faculty hires for the MFA Program
 * Works with the MFA Administrative Director in overseeing all aspects of the annual campus summer residency and the Paris Residency
 * Researches outside sources of funding for the MFA Program and for publications within the MFA Program, including grant writing, legacy planning, direct solicitation of "friends of the literary arts," etc.
 * Teaches one undergraduate and two MFA courses per year (one residential, one non-residential)
 * Participates fully in the life of the Department of English
 * Other work as assigned by the Dean of Arts and Sciences

Ashland University meets fully its obligation of nondiscrimination under federal and state law and is actively committed to diversity in its workplace. Contact: Dr. Hilary Donatini Ashland University Email Address: [mailto:hdonatin@ashland.edu?subject=Resume%20From%20HigherEdJobs hdonatin@ashland.edu] Acknowledgment received:

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Brandeis University (MA) - Poet and Associate Director, Creative Writing Program
Brandeis University seeks a distinguished poet with strong teaching experience and a minimum of one well-received poetry collection to join the faculty of our undergraduate creative writing program as Associate Director. Position begins Fall 2017. The rank for the position will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, both professional and academic. Responsibilities include co-directing the Creative Writing Program, advising students, directing theses, and the teaching of two courses, usually one per semester. Most often, these will be poetry workshops. The position is half-time, benefits-eligible, and outside the tenure structure. The initial appointment could be up to three years with the potential for renewal, subject to performance.

Details of the Creative Writing Program and Major may be found online at:

http://www.brandeis.edu/departments/english/creativewriting/docs/brochure15-16.pdf

and

http://www.brandeis.edu/departments/english/creativewriting/index.html

Please submit a CV of under six pages, teaching statement, three letters of recommendation, and work sample of 10-15 poems to AcademicJobsOnline at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7596. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 8, 2016.

Brandeis recognizes that diversity in its student body, staff and faculty is important to its primary mission of providing a quality education. The search committee is therefore particularly interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and/or service experiences, will increase Brandeis’ reputation for academic excellence and better prepare its students for a pluralistic society.

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from people of color, women, and LGBTQIA writers.

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Johns Hopkins University (MD) - Assistant Director - MA in Writing Program (pref. MFA in Nonfiction)
The MA in Writing program in the Advanced Academic Programs in the Zanvyl-Krieger School of Arts and Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, 12-month faculty position as Assistant Director. The program has approximately 150 – 200 students. The Assistant Director will report to the Academic Program Director, and will possess the following instructional and administrative responsibilities and skills for:

teaching a minimum of 5 graduate courses, including required and core courses, throughout the academic year, including the summer; sitting on thesis committees; advising current students; assisting with ongoing curriculum development and revision; assisting with scheduling courses; helping identify, train, monitor, and evaluate faculty members; supporting program promotion activities, including outreach to prospective students and partners through open houses, recruitment events, materials development; serving on committees for the MA in Writing program or Advanced Academic Programs; assisting with alumni relations; responding to inquiries from prospective students and others; participating in admissions committees; coordinating with staff in student and faculty services, marketing, finance, and enrollment-services departments. The ideal candidate will have an MFA in creative writing with an emphasis on nonfiction, or a related advanced degree, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Additional qualifications in writing and teaching journalism would be an asset, as would having multi-media experience, including teaching and developing online courses in Blackboard. Any one or more of the following skills would also be welcomed: dramatic writing, professional writing, editing and publishing.

We are actively seeking to expand the diversity of our faculty.

For best consideration, please apply online by September 26, 2016. Submit your application online only at https://apply.interfolio.com/36834 including cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references.

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Savannah College of Art & Design / SCAD (GA) - Chair of Writing - MA in Writing Program (pref. MFA in Nonfiction)
Writing students learn how to communicate effectively as they explore every avenue of the writing profession through a comprehensive and contemporary curriculum. Students often finish their degrees with publication credits to their names. With an extraordinarily high employment rate in the industry, the writing program sends students into the dynamic world of publishing fully prepared to flourish. Join as the chair of writing to help students realize their artistic and creative visions. Qualified candidates should have the terminal degree or equivalent in nonfiction writing or a related field. Applicants must have experience in nonfiction writing and an interest in teaching courses within this specialty.

Responsibilities: - Conduct day-to-day administration of the writing department - Develop curriculum - Foster interdepartmental collaboration and continue to enhance the reputation of the writing department in academic and professional circles - Oversee departmental budgets, including development and implementation - Work with the admission department to recruit talented undergraduate and graduate students to and to the department - Teach classes annually as assigned - Evaluate professors within the department through class observations, a review of student evaluations, a review of service and professional development, and a review of contributions to the departments’ goals - Work with the dean to provide professional development opportunities for professors - In consultation with the dean and department members, develop a strategic plan for the department that is consistent with School of Liberal Arts’ goals and overall strategic plan

Requirements: - Terminal degree or its equivalent in nonfiction writing or a related field - Significant industry experience in nonfiction writing - College-level teaching experience preferred - Ability to motivate students and faculty to think creatively and critically - Ability to work with students and faculty of diverse backgrounds

https://scadjobs.scad.edu/postings/13902/print_preview

Deadline: Open until filled (posted 8/24/16)

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AGE
under 30: 4

30-35: 15

36-40: 9

41-45: 3

46-50: 3

over 50: 1

TOTAL: 35 <-- Don't forget to update Total!

Field
Poet: 12

Fiction Writer: 4

Nonfiction Writer: 2

Multi-Genre....


 * Poetry/Criticism: 4
 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction: 4
 * Fiction/Poetry: 1
 * Hybrid/Fiction/Poetry/Theory/Pedagogy:1
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Poetry: 1
 * Creative Nonfiction/Poetry: 3
 * Creative Nonfiction/Fiction/Poetry:
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Playwriting:
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Screenwriting/Journalism:
 * Fiction/Creative Nonfiction/Screenwriting: 1
 * Fiction/Screenwriting/Playwriting:
 * Fiction/Poetry/Criticism:
 * Poetry/Fiction/Nonfiction/Criticism:
 * Poetry/Film/Visual Arts :1
 * Fiction/Poetry/Film :
 * Fiction/Literary essays/CNF: 1

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Partner/Spouse Lurking on Behalf of Applicant:

Employment STATUS
Unemployed and looking for job: 2

Administrative job/Publisher:

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

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

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

Have fellowship after MFA or Ph.D. & going on the market: 1

Working as adjunct/lecturer, looking for TT job: 11

Have visiting gig, looking for TT:

Have fixed-term gig, looking for TT:

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

Have TT job and looking for new one: 4

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

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: 3

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

Window shopping:

Degrees
PhD only: 2

PhD and MA: 2

PhD and MS:

PhD and MA (lit, not cw):

Phd and Terminal MA:

MFA and ABD: 2

MA and ABD:

MFA, MA, and ABD:

MFA only: 10

PhD and MFA in. ..


 * Fiction: 2


 * Poetry: 6


 * Nonfiction:1

PhD and MFA (two genres):

PhD, MFA, and MSc (three genres):

PhD, MFA, and MA:

Two MFAs (in different genres or same):

Terminal MA:

MFA and MA: 2

MFA and MA (not in CW): 2

MA (not terminal):

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)

Publications
No book yet: 7

First book under contract: 3

First academic book under contract:

First book published: 5

First book under contract + edited anthology published: 1

First book + edited anthologies published: 1

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

First book published, second book under contract: 2

First book published, second book in submission: 2

Second book published: 3

Multiple books published: 3

Multiple books + edited anthology published: 1

First book under contract + edited anthology published: 1