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Allegheny College (USA:PA) - TT Assistant or Associate - Fiction
The English Department at Allegheny College invites applications for fiction writers interested in joining a vibrant program dedicated to exceptional undergraduate education in creative writing and literature. Our program enjoys an outstanding record of alumni accomplishment, reflected in MFA and PhD program admissions, several Stegner Fellowships, frequent literary publications, and national awards. Faculty publish widely and receive considerable travel and research support from the College, which is dedicated to a balanced teacher-scholar model that lies at the core of Liberal Arts colleges.

Our future colleague will be an active writer of literary fiction whose work and professional interests demonstrate an earnest engagement with a diverse world. While primary teaching responsibilities will be in fiction writing and literature, Allegheny College has committed ongoing resources to build faculty clusters with expertise in race, gender, and/or social justice who could contribute to the core curriculum in one (or more) of three interdisciplinary programs: Black Studies, Community & Justice Studies, and Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies. This position will be in the cluster program and applicants are asked to demonstrate how their teaching and research experience intersects with one (or more of) these fields in their submitted materials; we have particular interest in candidates whose work is conversant with Black Studies. Faculty in the cluster program will be appointed in the hiring department, for this position the English Department, with clearly established guidelines and evaluation processes for contributions to other program(s). The cluster program will offer professional development opportunities, and we welcome teacher-scholars who are enthusiastic about collaborating with faculty colleagues and mentoring undergraduate students in the above interdisciplinary areas.

All Allegheny faculty teach in the college-wide first-year/sophomore seminars and advise senior projects. The teaching load is 3/3, with course releases earned for Senior Project advising.

Qualifications: Ph.D. with an M.F.A. in creative writing preferred, a promising record of publication in fiction, and college teaching experience. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate education, including pedagogy and experience consistent with diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Allegheny College is a highly selective private liberal arts college in NW Pennsylvania with an increasingly diverse student body. We take seriously our responsibility to increase the diversity of our dedicated faculty, recognizing that diversity is an integral aspect of high quality education. Allegheny College is deeply committed to creating an inclusive community that actively challenges racism, sexism, heterosexism, religious bigotry, and other forms of bias (see Allegheny College Statement of Community). Women, racial and ethnic minorities, and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please submit a letter of application, CV, and diversity statement (describing how you incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion in your teaching, research, and/or service), by email to Matthew Ferrence, Chair of English, at [mailto:englishjobs@allegheny.edu englishjobs@allegheny.edu]. Writing samples and letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2019, with short-listed candidates invited to interview via teleconference, followed by anticipated campus visits in late autumn. Please indicate in your application if you wish to be considered for a January 2020 start date.

California State University, East Bay (USA:Ca) - Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing
California State University, East Bay (CSUEB) is a comprehensive university serving the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley. It is known for award-winning programs, expert instruction, its diverse student body, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. With an enrollment of approximately 15,000 students and 900 faculty, CSUEB is organized into four colleges. The University offers bachelor’s degrees in 49 fields, minors in 52 fields, master’s degrees in 34 fields, 16 credentials programs, 18 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. [//www20.csueastbay.edu/ http://www20.csueastbay.edu/]

California State University East Bay has a mission to support a diverse student body through academically rich and culturally relevant learning experiences. The successful candidate will bring with them expertise or an openness to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all students.

The Department of English offers its diverse student population a rich array of courses in literature, creative writing, linguistics, and composition. The B.A. in English fosters an understanding and appreciation of 1) the major works of British, American, and global literature, including works by and about ethnic and cultural minorities and women, 2) the history, structure, and socio-cultural aspects of the English language, and 3) the aims and processes of creative and critical writing. Our general education offerings emphasize themes of diversity, social justice, and sustainability in literature and creative writing. In all our courses, the department helps students develop the advanced skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking necessary for successful careers and engagement in civic life. The M.A. in TESOL prepares students to teach adult-language learners and enrolls students from around the globe.

Our 12 full-time and 34 part-time faculty are active scholars, acclaimed creative writers, and dedicated teachers. Our students take part in a number of co-curricular activities: student literary magazines, visiting writers’ series, and literary contests.

The teaching load for tenure-track faculty in their first and second years of service is nine units per semester as specified in the collective bargaining agreement. After the second year of service, English faculty typically teach twelve units (three courses) per semester.

For more information on the Department of English, please visit: [//www20.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/english/ http://www20.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/english/]

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in creative writing and literature as well as supervise the department’s co-curricular activities (i.e., student literary magazine, visiting writers’ series, literary contests). We are particularly interested in candidates who value engagement with issues of race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality. All members of the department are expected to teach composition and general education. In addition to teaching, all faculty are expected to sustain a record of scholarly or creative work, advise majors, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward, Concord, and Online campuses.

Rank and Salary: Assistant Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization.

Position Starts: Fall Semester, 2020

Qualifications

Required qualifications included earned MFA or equivalent in Creative Writing with an emphasis in Fiction Writing at time of appointment; a significant record of recent publications in nationally recognized magazines/journals; a book published or under contract with a nationally recognized press; and experience or interest in coordinating co-curricular activities (i.e., student literary magazines, visiting writers’ series, literary contests). The ideal candidate will demonstrate awareness of innovative pedagogy around issues of diversity and social justice, experience in advising and teaching students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Secondary emphasis in one or more of the following areas is preferred: creative non-fiction, literature, composition and rhetoric, general education, or teacher preparation.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. For more information about the University’s program supporting the rights of our students with disabilities see: [//www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/as/ http://www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/as/]

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Application Deadline:

For full consideration, all materials should be submitted by September 1, 2019. The hiring committee anticipates phone interviews in October and campus visits in November. The position will be considered open until filled.

Please submit 1.) a letter of application, which addresses the qualifications noted in the position announcement; 2.) portfolio of relevant teaching materials including a teaching philosophy as well as sample syllabi and assignments; 3.) a one-page statement addressing experience in advising and teaching students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, as well as contributions to diversity through research or service; 4.) a writing sample; 5.) three letters of recommendation, and 6.) a current curriculum vitae via Interfolio (see [//apply.interfolio.com/61537 https://apply.interfolio.com/61537]).

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===California State University, San Bernardino (USA:Cal) - Assistant Professor, Creative Writing (Fiction)=== The Department of English at California State University, San Bernardino announces a tenure-track search for an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction) beginning August 2020. Formal review of applications will begin October 14, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. For reasons of equity and inclusion we will be conducting first-round interviews via videoconferences rather than at the MLA Convention.

Applicants should submit the following materials: 1) Curriculum Vitae; 2) Cover Letter that includes (a). A statement of your teaching philosophy (b). A statement of your research experience and goals, and (c) A statement of how you might contribute to CSUSB's Strategic Plan; 3) A writing sample; 4) If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching; 5) Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment); 6) Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three referees we may contact; 7) Three letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to comment; and 8) A Diversity Statement, which may include your interpretation of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University, San Bernardino (maximum1,000 words).

Please apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/csusb/jobs/2510720.

Deadline: 14 October 2019 (North American Pacific Time, UTC-7)

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College of Charleston (USA:SC) - TT Assistant Professor - Creative Writing (Fiction)
The College of Charleston’s Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction) beginning January 2, 2020. The department offers both an MFA and a BA in English with a concentration in Creative Writing and is also home to the literary journal Crazyhorse.

We seek applicants with either an MFA or a PhD in Creative Writing, a strong publication record (at least one book published with a nationally recognized press), and significant teaching experience. We seek to attract a candidate with a demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially; a willingness to collaborate with creative writing faculty and Crazyhorse staff in programming and development; and a readiness to serve in Creative Writing program administrative roles.

The ordinary teaching assignment is 3/3. Teaching duties will include all levels of fiction writing workshops from beginning to graduate, along with mentoring MFA theses. Other graduate teaching responsibilities include: a course on the craft of fiction and thematic reading-intensive courses on 20th/21st-century works. Faculty are encouraged to develop special topics creative writing courses fueled by their interests; to participate in the periodic teaching of first-year writing, first-year experience courses, and Honors College colloquia; and to mentor undergraduate independent studies and Bachelor’s Essays.

Responsibilities of every faculty member include a commitment to teaching excellence, maintaining an outstanding program of research and/or creative activity, and providing service to the department and College.

APPLY VIA INTERFOLIO AT [//apply.interfolio.com/62909 https://apply.interfolio.com/62909].

Please submit a letter of application, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and current transcript to Interfolio by August 15, 2019. Contact the Department Chair Dr. Myra Seaman (SeamanM@cofc.edu) with questions about applying. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by Skype.

Founded in 1770 and located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a public liberal arts institution with a strong commitment to the teacher-scholar model for faculty. Charleston is a thriving, culturally rich city. The College of Charleston, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Department of English have a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students, and to sustaining an inclusive work and learning environment.

Please submit a letter of application, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and current transcript to Interfolio by August 15, 2019. Contact the Department Chair Dr. Myra Seaman (seamanm@cofc.edu) with questions about applying. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by Skype.

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting [//jobs.cofc.edu/postings/8706 http://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/8706]

Deadline: 15 August 2019

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Hope College (USA:MI) - TT Assistant Professor - Fiction
The English Department at Hope College invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in creative writing (fiction) at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning on July 1, 2020.

The successful candidate will preferably have expertise in fiction or screenwriting as a primary interest. Additional areas of interest may include new media or digital storytelling, hybrid writing, and literary journalism. The candidate will be prepared to teach fiction courses including multi-genre creative writing, and will demonstrate accomplishment in creative practice and teaching. The candidate will engage in the life of the department and demonstrate a pedagogy that values diversity in a range of undergraduate creative writing and general education courses, including first-year composition and interdisciplinary humanities.

Qualifications

A terminal degree in creative writing (fiction), Ph.D. preferred, MFA considered.

Application Instructions

As part of the online application candidates will upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable for this stage of the search), statement of teaching philosophy and competencies, and a statement describing how the candidate is committed to the mission of Hope College. In addition, the names and contact information for three references will be entered into the application. Those references will be contacted upon receipt of application to submit letters of recommendation.

The deadline for submission of applications is 1 November, 2019.

About Hope College

Hope College is a four-year liberal arts college where academic excellence and vibrant Christian faith join together in a supportive and welcoming community. Hope offers an academically rigorous, co-educational and residential education to 3,150 undergraduate students from 37 states and more than 36 countries. Affiliated with the Reformed Church in America since its founding in 1866, Hope College is known for its invitational ecumenical Christian atmosphere, friendly campus community, and well-balanced academic and co-curricular offerings. Hope's beautiful campus is located just steps from award-winning downtown Holland, Michigan, and fewer than seven miles from Lake Michigan.

At Hope College, accomplished faculty and staff mentor students to recognize the interconnectedness of the world and cultivate the skills, perspectives and habits that help them flourish inside and outside the classroom. Recognized as a national leader in undergraduate research and scholarship, Hope provides exceptional professional preparation and life-changing educational experiences that equip students for success after graduation. The college has consistently ranked among the nation's top liberal arts colleges and is featured in the book Colleges That Change Lives.

Hope College is financially sound, with more than 50 consecutive years of balanced budgets, an endowment of approximately $230 million and no deferred maintenance, and over $140 million invested in the construction of new facilities during the past 12 years. Since 2015, the college has completed three new buildings -- Kruizenga Art Museum (2015), the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts (2015) and the Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center (2017). The next facility to be built will be a new home for the college's Campus Ministries programs, which is slated for completion in fall 2019.

In 2015, Hope College launched its 10-year strategic plan, Hope for the World: 2025, which consists of six goals, focused on: academics; Christian formation; global engagement; community; reputation and influence; and value. Developed by the campus community, the strategic plan supports the college's mission, "to educate students for lives of leadership and service in a global society through academic and co-curricular programs of recognized excellence in the liberal arts and in the context of the historic Christian faith."

Hope College is a community that aspires to be faithful, welcoming and transformational. Accordingly, the college is committed to being a place where all experience a sense of belonging. Students of all faiths -- and no faith -- are welcome at Hope, as are students of all racial and ethnic backgrounds. In 2018-19, 18 percent of the student body identified as a race other than Caucasian. On Hope's campus, there is broad understanding that, in order to best prepare students for lives of leadership and service in a global society, the college must have diversity among its faculty and staff. Twenty-four percent of Hope's tenure-track faculty are from underrepresented groups, coming from both the U.S. and abroad.

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Johns Hopkins (USA:MD) - Open Rank - Fiction
We are seeking to fill a position in fiction at the level of associate or full professor. Interested applicants should have at least two books of fiction published by a reputable house, and another under way. 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: Asian American, Native American, African American, Latino/a, World Literature, and Queer Studies. The Writing Seminars, one of the oldest graduate programs in creative writing, offers a fully funded two-year Master of Fine Arts degree in poetry and fiction, as well as an undergraduate major.

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter and CV electronically via Interfolio using the Apply Now button.

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North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC) - TT Assistant Professor of Creative Writing
The English Department at North Carolina State University seeks applicants for a position as an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing. The successful candidate will teach fiction writing to undergraduates across the university, to undergraduates majoring in creative writing, and to graduate students enrolled in our nationally-recognized MFA program in creative writing.

The candidate will develop and maintain relationships with writers who contribute to our diverse and popular visiting writers program; will attract, select, and recruit candidates into our MFA program; will direct fiction thesis and serve on thesis committees; will mentor MFA students in writing and teaching; and will teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

MFA or Ph.D. required. If ABD, Ph.D. must be obtained within one year of employment. The successful candidate will have a strong publication record and literary reputation, including at least one published book, and successful university teaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who work in the areas of science/speculative fiction or global writing.

The largest department in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, English offers a range of undergraduate majors and concentrations, minors, and graduate programs. We also offer many courses of interest to the University community as a whole, and we work with other departments and programs — such as Foreign Languages and Literatures, Women’s Studies, Communication, Education — to furnish multidisciplinary opportunities for NC State students.

NOTES: Salary information and other details available at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/122946 Apply online at: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/122946

Position closes October 8, 2019.

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Syracuse University (USA:NY) - Assistant Professor, Fiction
Syracuse University, Department of English, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction). This is a tenure track position that will start in the Fall of 2020, with a 2:2 teaching load.

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A strong publication record (including at least one novel or short-story collection in print and significant recognition in the form of fellowships, awards or nominations) is required. Prior teaching experience is preferred, but not required. An MFA (or equivalent) is preferred, but not required.

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Continue to publish fiction and play a significant role in the larger literary world.

Teach graduate and undergraduate fiction workshops. Teach literature “Forms” classes to the graduate students. Read fiction applications and help select new students for the MFA program. Advise graduate and undergraduate theses. Attend MFA events, such as readings.

Contribute service to the program, the department, the college and the university.

Applicants should upload cover letter, CV, writing sample (25 pages maximum) and names of three references.

Deadline: 1 November 2019 (North American Eastern Time, UTC-5)

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UC Santa Cruz (USA:CA) - TT Assistant Professor - Creative Writing/Fiction
The Department of Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Creative Writing and Literature. The Department is seeking a fiction writer with secondary expertise in creative non-fiction, cross genre experiments, poetry, digital arts, and/or environmental humanities, with an ability to teach fiction at the advanced undergraduate level and multi-genre graduate courses in the Creative/Critical Writing PhD concentration. The candidates must have college-level teaching experience and evidence of a developed creative writing trajectory, as demonstrated in publications and professional activity that will contribute to existing departmental and division/campus strengths.

We seek a writer who will participate fully in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching assignments will include undergraduate creative writing workshops, literature courses, and graduate studios and “methods and materials” courses. The appointee will be expected to continue to develop a creative activity/research focus; publish in their field(s); teach large undergraduate lecture courses as well as small advanced seminars on the undergraduate and graduate level, participate in running a reading series, mentor the Ph.D. Creative/Critical graduate students who teach creative writing, advise and mentor graduate students in the Creative/Critical doctoral concentration; and assume general service responsibilities in the department. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with graduate students; interest and/or experience in teaching gender/sexuality studies, Latinx, African American, Asian American, Native American or other ethnic literatures; and an ability to work in a language other than English. We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

Candidates must be able to work with students, faculty and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.

ACADEMIC TITLE Assistant Professor (tenure-track), academic year (9-month) basis.

SALARY Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (nine-month basis).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MFA and/or Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree in Creative Writing or related field of study in hand at time of application; record of creative productivity, including one published book of prose (not self-published); and evidence of teaching at the college-level.

POSITION AVAILABLE July 1, 2020, with the academic year beginning in September 2020.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system; all documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs.

APPLY AT https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00740

Please refer to Position # JPF00740-20 in all correspondence. Reference Requirement Applications must include three confidential letters of recommendation* Please note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System. • All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD Full consideration will be given to applications completed by October 18, 2019. Applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not been filled.

Deadline: 18 October 2019 (North American Pacific Time, UTC-7)

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===University of Denver — Assistant Professor, Creative Writing-Prose=== Job no: 492539 Work type: Faculty Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Categories: Faculty

The Department of English and Literary Arts has the oldest PhD program specializing in creative writing in the country, remains one of the most highly ranked of those programs, and is one of only four focused exclusively on doctoral study. We have approximately twenty-five to thirty writers enrolled at any given time and as such offer an intimate writing community as well as a rigorous academic experience. We are able to select students from a highly competitive pool of applicants and invite strong, committed writers each year to join our community. The department also has both an MA and a PhD program in Literary Studies. Our programs benefit from an ethos that prizes, facilitates, and encourages work and thinking that transcends the critical-creative divide.

The Department of English and Literary Arts is strongly committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment, which is in full accord with the value that DU places on Inclusive Excellence. Candidates must demonstrate ability to integrate content and issues relating to, and to work effectively with, ethnically/racially diverse populations.

Position Summary

The Department of English and Literary Arts at the University of Denver invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position, with an emphasis in Creative Writing Prose (in traditional and/or experimental forms).

The position will begin in Fall 2020.

Candidates should have a strong publication record, including at least one book of prose, and demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We seek candidates whose writing practice is grounded in literary theory and engages with African American, Asian American, Latinx, Native American, immigrant studies, or transcultural contexts. Additional experience in other areas such as hybrid genres, queer studies, performance studies, film/video, and/or digital arts would be welcome.

Essential Functions

Duties of the position include teaching undergraduate and graduate 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Application Deadline For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) on September 30, 2019.
 * MFA or PhD in English/Creative Writing or other relevant discipline required by date of appointment.
 * Strong publication record, including at least one book of prose.
 * Demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
 * PhD in English/Creative Writing or other relevant discipline.
 * Candidates whose writing practice is grounded in literary theory and engages with African American, Asian American, Latinx, Native American, immigrant studies, or transcultural contexts.
 * Additional experience in other areas such as hybrid genres, queer studies, performance studies, film/video, and/or digital arts would be welcome.

Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Range: Salary will be determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

Please include the following documents with your application: The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/ veteran status or any other status protected by law.
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 * 3) Three letters of recommendation and any additional support materials, which should be uploaded to www.du.edu/jobs by September 30, 2019.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Advertised: July 12, 2019 Applications close: Open until filled

Deadline: September 30, 2019, 4:00 p.m. (MST)

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===[https://careers.insidehighered.com/job/1843715/a-and-s_eng_assistant-professor-associate-professor-creative-writing-fiction-/ University of Miami (USA:Fl) - Asst. or Assoc. Prof. - Creative Writing, Fiction]=== The University of Miami (UM) is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common purpose of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making UM a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 13,400 faculty and staff from all over the world.

The Department of English at the University of Miami seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor in creative writing (fiction) with teaching responsibilities in both MFA and undergraduate creative writing programs.

The Creative Writing Program is particularly interested in fiction writers who bring multilingual, international, or cross-cultural perspectives to their work. We seek candidates with diverse intellectual and creative interests whose teaching and writing intersect with the work of other faculty in English and elsewhere in the College of Arts and Sciences.

The successful candidate will be an actively publishing writer who is ready to serve as a reader or adviser for MFA theses and on the creative writing program committee, as well as other departmental, college, or university committees. The teaching assignment is two courses per semester. Minimum requirements include an appropriate terminal degree (i.e., an MFA or the equivalent); at least one published book of fiction; and experience teaching creative writing at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This position will begin August 15, 2020.

Applicants should apply to the University of Miami’s Career Opportunities website: https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMFaculty . Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, and a writing sample of 15-30 pages; please combine all the application materials into one PDF file.

First-round interviews will take place via video-conferencing. Review of materials will begin immediately on a rolling basis and will continue until the position is filled.

To ask questions about the position, please e-mail the Search Committee Chair, Chantel Acevedo: [mailto:chantel.acevedo@miami.edu chantel.acevedo@miami.edu]

Deadline: Open Until Filled (Posted: 7 August 2019)

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University of Montana (USA:MT) - Open Rank - Fiction
The Department of English invites applications for two full-time tenure-track positions in its premier creative writing program. We expect to make the hires from a single diverse pool of applicants with distinguished early-career records in fiction-writing and evidence of successful teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The position includes teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, supervising graduate students’ theses, advising/mentoring students, and publishing creative works.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Qualifications

Required: An MFA or PhD degree in creative writing; at least one book-length work of fiction published by a reputable literary press and significant publications in literary journals and/or magazines; evidence of successful teaching.

Desirable: Ability to teach in other writing genres, including creative nonfiction and interdisciplinary courses; writing program administration experience.

Position details

The new faculty members will join one of the oldest and most respected MFA programs in the nation, anchoring its storied fiction emphasis. Our graduates include many of the most well-regarded and critically acclaimed writers at work today, including two Pulitzer Prize winners and scores who regularly publish in top literary venues and teach in notable MFA programs. Our acclaimed faculty frequently receive state, national, and international awards for their publications.

The creative writing faculty typically teach a graduate workshop and a graduate course in techniques or special topics, as well as two upper-level undergraduate workshops in a given year. Faculty are also expected to advise/mentor students and serve on university committees. The B.A. in English and the MFA in Creative Writing requirements include a substantial literature component. The program is housed in the Department of English in the College of Humanities and Sciences. Visit http://hs.umt.edu/creativewriting/ for more information about our program.

UM is located in Missoula, Montana, a vibrant small city with a flourishing arts scene, many social and cultural amenities, superb medical facilities, and close proximity to exciting outdoor recreation opportunities. UM has a culture that values hard work, intellectual curiosity, diversity, collegiality, and innovative thinking, making it a great place to grow professionally. Located in the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, UM attracts excellent teachers, researchers, and students from around the world. UM, the College of Humanities and Sciences, and the Department of English embrace diversity as a core value and welcome applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Visit www.umt.edu for more information about UM.

Salary

Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Health and retirement benefits are included.

How to Apply

Application deadline: November 1, 2019.

Start date: Aug. 22, 2020.

Required application materials: Semi-finalists for the position will be asked to send publications at a later date and to be available for video interviews, after which the finalists will participate in campus interviews
 * A letter of interest, describing qualifications for the position
 * A Curriculum Vitae, listing education, publications, work experience
 * Name and contact information for three (3) references who can speak to the candidate’s creative work, teaching and collaborative skills

Important: Applications must be submitted through the UM online applicant system to be considered. No exceptions. For a full position description, list of materials and instructions to apply, visit https://umjobs.silkroad.com/.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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Western Washington University (USA:WA) - Asst. Prof. - Creative Writing, Fiction
Apply here: https://employment.wwu.edu/cw/en-us/job/497331/assistant-professor-of-english-creative-writing-fiction

Deadline: November 1, 2019 (Posted: 29 August 2019)

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College of William and Mary (USA:VA) - TT Assistant Professor - Fiction
The Department of English at William & Mary seeks applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level in creative writing. We are interested in individuals with publications and teaching expertise in fiction, with secondary expertise in creative nonfiction or screenwriting. Appointment will begin August 10, 2020. We are especially interested in candidates who can teach courses that fulfill the proposed COLL (general education) requirement in justice and equity.

Teaching expectation is two seminar/workshop-style courses per semester. Additional expectations include advising students and supervising senior honors projects, participation in running an annual series of readings by invited authors, and helping to organize and evaluate student writing competitions (including several annual scholarship programs).

Information on the degree programs in the Department of English may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/english/index.php.

To apply submit a curriculum vitae; a cover letter; two recent, relevant syllabi; and copies of student evaluations (including comments) from two recent, relevant courses. Please also submit a teaching statement in which you address how you create a welcoming environment for students from diverse backgrounds in regards to gender, race, ethnicity and sexuality. You will also be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions on how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date, September 29, 2019. Applications received after the review date will be considered if needed.

https://jobs.wm.edu/postings/36930

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NONFICTION: Full-Time / Tenure-Track Positions
===Georgia State University (USA:GA) - Assistant Professor of English (Creative Nonfiction)=== The Georgia State University Department of English and Creative Writing Program seeks to make a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for a specialist in in Creative Writing/Creative Nonfiction with a secondary focus in Creative Writing/Poetry.

The Georgia State University Department of English and Creative Writing Program offers the PhD, MFA, and BA in Creative Writing. The successful candidate will join a thriving Creative Writing Program (Poets & Writers ranked the PhD in the top 15 in the US) and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Creative Writing/Creative Nonfiction and Creative Writing/Poetry, direct theses and dissertations, and contribute to the development of our nascent Creative Writing/Creative Nonfiction concentration. Normal teaching load is 2/2. More information about the Department of English and the Creative Writing program can be found here: https://english.gsu.edu/

Required Qualifications: Applications received by October 1, 2019 will be given full consideration. Please submit the following to Professor Josh Russell, Chair, Hiring Committee, care of [mailto:hstrom@gsu.edu hstrom@gsu.edu]: As the search progresses, we may request additional materials. We will conduct preliminary interviews via Skype. Finalists will be invited for campus visits in early 2020.
 * 1) MFA or PhD in Creative Writing or a related field at the time of appointment
 * 2) At least one book of creative nonfiction published or in-press, or a number of essays comparable to a book published in print and/or online magazines or journals with national visibility
 * 3) Poetry publications in print and/or online magazines or journals with national visibility
 * 4) Experience teaching at the college or university level
 * 5) Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and with colleagues
 * A letter of application that describes teaching experience and professional work, and includes a reflection on the candidate's potential to contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment through teaching, research, and/or service
 * CV
 * Three (3) letters of recommendation

The Georgia State University Department of English and the Creative Writing Program have demonstrated success in developing a diverse faculty, and we are especially interested in candidates from underrepresented groups as well as individuals who have experience in working with diverse student populations. Georgia State University is an AA/EEO employer committed to building an inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive together and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. GSU is a unit of the University System of Georgia. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification.

University of Michigan (USA:Mi) - Tenure-Track Position in Creative Nonfiction
The English Department and the Residential College at the University of Michigan expect to make a tenure-track appointment in the field of Creative Nonfiction to begin in September 1, 2020. This is a university-year appointment. We seek applications from emerging writers who have achieved distinction in one or more genres of long-form, narrative nonfiction broadly understood, including literary journalism, travel writing, and digital storytelling, and who can demonstrate promise of excellence in teaching and of commitment to diversity in the academy. We are particularly interested in writers with a proven interest in bringing to their teaching, mentoring, and writing critical perspectives reflecting the experiences of groups who have been historically underrepresented or marginalized in higher education.

Applicants, who must have a terminal degree in hand by the time of appointment, should submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample (no more than 25 pages), statement of current and future research plans, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of recommendation by September 27th.

All applications must be submitted electronically to: [//apply.interfolio.com/65847 https://apply.interfolio.com/65847]

Deadline: 27 September 2019 (North American Central Time, UTC-4)

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San Diego State University (USA:Ca) - Open Rank (Tenure-Track) Professor, Poetry
The Department of English and Comparative Literature at San Diego State University, a campus of the largest and most diverse public university system in the U.S., seeks applications for a Poet (open rank). Tenure-track specialist in poetry with distinguished teaching experience and publications, with expertise in one or more areas of creative writing: program development and administration; literary publishing; fiction.

The successful candidate should have significant experience in teaching poetry, as well as other genres of creative writing and literature. Applicant should be a well-published writer, with at least two volumes of poetry, a deep commitment to teaching and writing, and experience in program development, program administration, and/or editing (and one who sees these responsibilities as complementary rather than competing activities). Teaching experience should include creative writing workshops, form and theory seminars, and literature classes. Administrative and editorial experience can be varied, but the successful candidate should be prepared to work toward assuming either the directorship of the MFA Program and/or the editorship of an international poetry journal. Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse student population is required. We particularly seek candidates who mirror the diversity of the university and its surrounding urban community. The normal teaching load is 3/3. PhD or MFA preferred.

For more information about the Department of English and Comparative Literature and the MFA Program, please visit our websites: literature.sdsu.edu and mfa.sdsu.edu. For more information about SDSU, please visit sdsu.edu.

SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. SDSU is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

Applicants should apply via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/65345. To ensure full consideration, submit completed applications by October 25, 2019; the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Deadline: 25 October 2019 

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University of California, Berkeley (USA:CA) - Assistant or Associate Professor of Poetry Writing
The Department of English at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor faculty position in the area of Poetry Writing, with the expected start date of July 1, 2020. Basic qualifications (required at time of application): Bachelor's or equivalent international degree. Preferred qualifications: a graduate degree, at least two published books, and substantial experience teaching creative writing at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at U.C. Berkeley and in the Department of English. Our excellence can only be fully realized by faculty, students, and staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates for our faculty positions will demonstrate evidence of a commitment to advancing equity and inclusion.

To apply, please go to the following link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF02236. Applicants should submit, in addition to the documents listed in the advertisement, contact information for three references (letters will be solicited only for those under further consideration). All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html) prior to submitting their letters.

Applications must be received by October 1, 2019 to be considered. Please direct questions to John McChesney-Young at [mailto:jmccyoung@berkeley.edu jmccyoung@berkeley.edu].

The English Department is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please visit: http://ofew.berkeley.edu/new-faculty. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

Deadline: 1 October 2019 (North American Pacific Time, UTC-7)

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===Widener University (USA:Pa) - Assistant Professor, English & Creative Writing (Poetry)=== The Department of English and Creative Writing at Widener University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in English and Creative Writing specializing in Poetry to begin in August 2020. A secondary expertise in global literatures is strongly desired. An MFA in Creative Writing or PhD/ABD in English or Creative Writing must be completed by May 2020. Applicants should be committed to excellence in teaching and advising, have a strong record of publishing, provide evidence of mentoring students in writing and publishing and related career pathways, and be open to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity. Since all faculty in the department teach first-year writing, preparation in writing pedagogy is essential.

The English and Creative Writing faculty, the College of Arts and Sciences, and Widener University are committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. Those candidates experienced in, or who would enjoy, working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and those who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity, are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas.

Responsibilities:  Teaching responsibilities in a given semester will typically include two first-year writing courses, one introductory-level course in literature or creative writing, and one upper-division course in the candidate’s area of expertise and interest. Periodically, the candidate will be expected to teach the Creative Writing program’s senior seminar, and will have the opportunity to design new courses. Teaching load is 4/3 (12 semester hours/9 semester hours). Additional responsibilities will include:  advising Widener Ink, our university’s in-house literary journal, managing the Greene Poetry Collection, co-coordinating the Distinguished Visiting Writer Series, and strengthening the literary community at Widener and in Chester and the wider Philadelphia region through planning and participating in open mics, workshops, and other events.

Qualifications:  Minimum requirements are a commitment to undergraduate education and clear evidence of potential as a writing teacher, poet, and scholar. MFA in Creative Writing or PhD/ABD in English or Creative Writing must be completed by May 2020. Proficiency in teaching global literatures is highly desired. The English and Creative Writing Department and Widener University are committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. Those candidates experienced in, or who would enjoy, working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and those who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in those areas.

To apply:  Applicants must complete the online application at widener.edu/jobs. Applicants should submit a letter of application, CV, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, one copy of a syllabus for an introductory-level writing course, one copy of a syllabus for a potential upper-division creative writing course (both should include assignments), and a 20-page sample of the applicant’s poetry. In addition, three confidential letters of reference should be sent to [mailto:Arts_and_Sciences@widener.edu Arts_and_Sciences@widener.edu]. Please ensure that all documents are submitted as either .docx or .pdf.

Complete applications received by October 1, 2019 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline: 1 October 2019 (North American Eastern Time, UTC-4)

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University of Victoria (CAN: BC) - Assistant or Associate Professor in Screenwriting (Creative Writing)
Located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen-speaking people of the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples, the University of Victoria is consistently ranked in the top tier of Canada’s research-intensive universities. Vital impact drives the UVic sense of purpose. As an internationally renowned teaching and research hub, we tackle essential issues that matter to people, places and the planet. Situated in the Pacific Rim, our location breeds a profound passion for exploration. Defined by its edges, this extraordinary environment inspires us to defy boundaries, discover, and innovate in exciting ways. It’s different here, naturally and by design. We live, learn, work and explore on the edge of what’s next—for our planet and its peoples. Our commitment to research-inspired dynamic learning and vital impact make this Canada’s most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. Experience the edge of possibilities for yourself.

Established in 1973, the Department of Writing at the University of Victoria is one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious programs in creative writing, offering a BA, BFA, and MFA in the genres of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, playwriting and screenwriting, as well as a Minor in Creative Writing and a Professional Writing Minor in Journalism & Publishing, and supporting Minors in Film Studies and Digital & Interactive Media in the Arts.

The Department of Writing at the University of Victoria invites applications from talented scholars for a tenure-track position in screenwriting at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor level, to commence July 1, 2020.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualified candidates will have: In addition, the following qualifications will be considered assets: At the Associate Professor level, the candidate will also have: As a member of a small department, the candidate will be expected to share in administrative duties at the departmental, faculty and university levels. Teaching duties will include screenwriting workshops and lecture courses on the theory and practice of screen-based narrative, film production workshops, as well as the supervision of graduate students and the mentorship of sessional instructors.
 * at least a master’s degree or equivalent professional experience
 * evidence of the potential for effective teaching at the post-secondary level
 * a record of produced films, optioned scripts or professional experience scripting screen-based narrative content
 * a track record of receiving grants and awards
 * experience with community engagement and public outreach
 * a capacity to teach film production, digital media production and/or another creative writing genre (fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction or stage drama)
 * a demonstrated excellence in teaching, with at least two years of experience at the post-secondary level
 * administrative experience
 * a production record that has made a substantial contribution to the field of screenwriting

In accordance with the University’s Equity Plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, preference will be given to women, female-identified and non-binary individuals. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are encouraged to self-identify.

RELATED LINKS Department of Writing

Faculty of Fine Arts

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement. Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association.

CONTACT INFORMATION

To be considered, please send a statement of teaching, creative and research interests, along with your curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier or summary of teaching experience, 3 references, and up to three links to produced films or serialized content or up to 30 pages of a previously produced or forthcoming production to Maureen Bradley, Chair, Department of Writing at [mailto:writingchair@uvic.ca writingchair@uvic.ca]. Please send electronic applications only, in PDF or Word format. In order to be considered, application packages must be received by Midnight PST on Tuesday, October 1, 2019.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

EQUITY STATEMENT

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact Faculty Relations and Academic Administration in the Office of the VP Academic and Provost at [mailto:FRrecruit@uvic.ca FRrecruit@uvic.ca]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Please indicate in your application package if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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OPEN / MIXED GENRE: Full-Time / Tenure-Track Positions
Antioch University (USA:Ca) - MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction

General Summary

The position of MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction is a highly administrative and collaborative position that involves decision making and problem solving within the scope of the faculty member’s assigned duties. The MFA Core Faculty member works with a team of other Core Faculty members and a Chair of the Creative Writing Department within Antioch’s low-residency MFA in Creative Writing Program. During the residencies, the faculty member teaches seminars on literary topics, performs administrative duties, runs a writing workshop, hosts guests and other visiting faculty, and generally helps to run the residency and to solve student and faculty issues. During the project periods, the MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction mentors/teaches MFA students online, works with the MFA team to set strategy and to administer the program, assists in recruitment and admission of MFA students, works on development activities, maintains relationships with alums, and serves on campus committees, among many other duties. The Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction represents the University in public and professional situations. Like the rest of the Antioch MFA team, the MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction member resides in Los Angeles and comes to campus regularly for meetings and other on-campus duties. This faculty member also works 10-days, twice per year during our residencies in June and December.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities In addition to mentoring MFA students in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction on a one-on-one basis, the faculty member will work with the MFA team to:
 * 1) Create and execute MFA program strategy.
 * 2) Administer and coordinate residency and project period activities, including orientations, residency run-up calendar, and schedule.
 * 3) Recruit, hire, and train Affiliate Faculty, Visiting Faculty, and Special Guests.
 * 4) Recruit students and review applications.
 * 5) Advise on curriculum and academic planning.
 * 6) Manage student Field Studies.
 * 7) Develop annual program budget.
 * 8) Work cooperatively with program coordinators and Work Study personnel.
 * 9) Collect faculty and guest seminar topics and graduating student presentation topics.
 * 10) Execute development and fundraising activities.
 * 11) Oversee marketing activities related to the program.

University Responsibilities

The MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction is a member of the Faculty Assembly, serves on assigned campus committees, and may be called upon to substitute for the Chair of the Creative Writing Department in his/her/their absence. Qualifications

The MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction should hold an MFA in Creative Writing (recognized by the Association of Writers and Writing Programs as the terminal degree in the field) or Ph.D. in Literature with a creative dissertation from an accredited institution. The candidate should have a significant record of publication (including at least one book with a reputable publisher) and experience in the teaching of creative writing and literature. It is highly desirable that the MFA Core Faculty in Fiction and/or Creative Nonfiction have administrative experience and strategic thinking, financial, and execution experience. Experience in a low-residency creative writing program is recommended, as well as familiarity with online or distance education. Experience working with adult students and a diverse faculty and student body is a plus. Hours of Employment

This is a 100% position. A workload will be established to meet the demands of the program. The individual is required to fully participate in two ten-10 on-campus Residencies each year in June and December (dates to be determined). Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Antioch University reserves the right to change the duties of the job description at any time. Qualified applicants are required to submit:

Documents submitted via email as attachments must be in Microsoft Word or pdf format. Applications that do not reference a specific job title in the cover letter or email subject line will not be considered. Send materials to: hr.aula@antioch.edu
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 * A professional CV
 * A writing sample or a link to same
 * Letters of recommendation will be requested after initial applicant screening

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Bennington College (USA:Vt) - Faculty Position in Literature
Bennington College seeks to add a creative writer to its undergraduate Literature faculty beginning in the fall of 2020 to teach literature coursework covering different historical periods, styles, cultures, and traditions, with the option of also regularly teaching writing workshops in rotation with colleagues. All members of Bennington’s Literature faculty have published book-length works of fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, literary journalism, or translation. While applications from writers in all genres are welcome, we are particularly interested in considering fiction writers, creative nonfiction writers, and dual-genre authors for the position. Applicants should have a strong record of publication, including at least one book published or under contract with a nationally recognized press.

Faculty members at Bennington are teacher-practitioners whose professional work is in ongoing dialogue with their teaching and advising. Faculty teach five courses per year, and fully engaged student advising is an expectation. Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to developing curriculum that invites the participation of students with a broad range of interests. We seek candidates excited to branch out of their primary areas of expertise, who demonstrate both depth and breadth in their writing and teaching, and whose record of achievement will contribute to the diversity goals of the institution.

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

Candidates should apply online at https://bennington.recruiterbox.com/jobs/fk033fe by submitting: 1) a letter of application that describes teaching experience, professional work and includes a reflection on the candidate's potential to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through teaching, research, and/or service; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a 25-page writing sample; 4) descriptions of at least three non-creative writing-focused courses in literature that you would be interested in offering; and 5) contact information for three references.

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

Review of applications will begin on September 15 and will continue until the position is filled. This position requires the successful completion and acceptable results of a background check.

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Emory University (Oxford College) (USA:GA) - TT Assistant or Associate Professor - Creative Writing
Located 36 miles east of Atlanta on the original campus of Emory College in Oxford, Georgia, Oxford College of Emory University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of English and Creative Writing (tenure-track), with a specialization in Fiction or Poetry and very strong secondary expertise in the other genre beginning August 2020.

The individual in this position will teach five courses a year: a combination of introductory creative writing courses (Introduction to Creative Writing and/or Introduction to Poetry Writing); intermediate workshops (including Intermediate Fiction); and one additional course (e.g., a Discovery Seminar). They would also be expected to build the Creative Writing program at Oxford College and be an engaged participant in the Emory College Creative Writing community.

Qualifications: Required- An MFA and/or a PhD in Creative Writing (or in English, with a specialization in Creative Writing) in hand by the time of appointment. Demonstrated excellence and innovation in teaching creative writing at the undergraduate level. Ability to teach creative writing courses in multiple genres. A significant publication record, including at least one book or its equivalent. A commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds. Desirable- Experience in contributing to the success of a creative writing program on a college campus and overseeing student literary journals/ publications.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy (in which they address how they prepare students for advanced work in multiple genres), evidence of strong teaching, a sample of published work (no more than 15 pages in length), undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and three letters of recommendation via Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/67702.

The review of applications will begin on November 15, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. First-round interviews will be held via video conferencing. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Molly McGehee, Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Associate Professor of English & American Studies ([mailto:molly.mcgehee@emory.edu molly.mcgehee@emory.edu]).

One of Emory University’s four schools partnering in undergraduate education, Oxford College provides 975 first- and second-year students of high academic profile an intensive liberal-arts program for the first two years of their Emory bachelor’s degree. We are interested in candidates with a commitment to working with a remarkably diverse student body in an inclusive learning community that values excellence in teaching and close student-faculty interaction. Applications from women and historically underrepresented minorities are particularly welcome. For more information about Oxford College and for a full listing of open positions, visit http://oxford.emory.edu/hiring

Middlesex University (EU:UK:Eng) - Lecturer in English Literature and Creative Writing
The Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries at Middlesex University is a leading provider of higher education across the breadth of creative disciplines. In Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Media and Design, our focus is on thinking through making. We combine a close engagement with professional practice with high quality research and scholarship to ensure that our students and staff are working at the forefront of their disciplines. Our Hendon campus provides outstanding specialist facilities in North London and a vibrant hub for our network of national and international partnerships. We value diversity amongst our students and staff and welcome opportunities from suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background.

We are looking to appoint a Lecturer in English Literature and Creative Writing to join the Media Department at Middlesex University.

The role will typically be held by an enthusiastic and highly motivated academic with English Literature expertise in one or more of the following areas: contemporary literature (realism, anti-realism and the fantastic); global literature written in English. The successful candidate will be someone with a proven track record of publishing professional Creative Writing in prose (fiction or non-fiction). They will contribute to Middlesex University's growing English and Creative Writing subject areas, and be able to combine research with learning, teaching and knowledge transfer to make a positive contribution to the Media Department and the University.

The Media Department at Middlesex University is one of the largest and most diverse in the country. Our facilities are amongst the best in the sector. We offer an exciting array of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses including Film, Television, Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Media, Journalism, Publishing, Creative Writing and English. All of our degree courses emphasise the development of professional practice underpinned with critical and cultural theory.

If you wish to discuss the job in further detail please contact James Charlton, Head of Department for Media ([mailto:J.Charlton@mdx.ac.uk J.Charlton@mdx.ac.uk]).

To apply please visit: [//jobs.mdx.ac.uk/ACI58 https://jobs.mdx.ac.uk/ACI58]

Deadline: 28 July 2019 (UK Time, UTC+0)

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Mount Holyoke College (USA:Ma) - Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing
The Department of English at Mount Holyoke College invites applications for an Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing. We seek a writer with a record of publication in prose, whose work also moves across genres and engages questions of race, ethnicity, and diaspora, particularly in relation to African American, Asian American, Native American and Indigenous, and/or Latinx literary lineages. Desirable additional interests might include poetry, translation, creative nonfiction, graphic narrative, digital arts, and/or hybrid forms. MFA or equivalent required.

The teaching load for this position is four courses per year. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in Creative Writing, and there will be opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with such programs as Africana Studies and Latinx Studies. Applications must be made online at https://jobs.mtholyoke.edu. Please submit a letter of application, CV, brief writing sample (up to 25 pages uploaded as one PDF), a one-page statement of teaching philosophy/practice, a separate statement that addresses experience with or commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student body, and two sample syllabi, one introductory. Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf. Electronic prompts to referees will be generated automatically after the completed application has been submitted. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2019. Please contact the English department (english@mtholyoke.edu) with any questions.

''Mount Holyoke is an undergraduate liberal arts college for women with 2,200 students and 220 faculty. Over half the faculty are women; one-fourth are persons of color. Mount Holyoke College is located about 90 miles west of Boston in the Connecticut River valley, and is a member of the Five College Consortium consisting of Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts.''

''Mount Holyoke College is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff members. Mount Holyoke seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse faculty who will contribute to the college's academic excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. In furtherance of academic excellence, the College encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups in the professoriate, including faculty of color, faculty with diverse gender identities, first generation college students, individuals who have followed non-traditional pathways to college due to exceptional talent and motivation in the face of adversity, such as societal, economic or academic disadvantages, and individuals with a demonstrated commitment to applying and including diverse backgrounds and perspectives to learning, scholarship, service, and leadership in the academy.''

Deadline: 31 October 2019 (North American Eastern Time, UTC-4)

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Rice University (USA: TX) - Assistant Professor of Creative Writing
Department: English

Position Description

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The Department of English at Rice University has been authorized to fill a position at the Assistant or Associate professor rank in Creative Writing (Open Genre) to serve within an English Department committed to the collaboration between critical studies and the creative arts. (Applicants for the Associate Professor position can apply here: http://jobs.rice.edu/postings/21252). The successful candidate will be an actively publishing writer with a record of teaching excellence and an ability to collaborate on the administration and coordination of our undergraduate Creative Writing Concentration and our award-winning literary journal, R2. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate through their teaching, mentorship, and writing a commitment to the inclusion of historically underrepresented perspectives and who bring multilingual, international, and/or cross-cultural perspectives to their work. Candidates whose work emerges from or speaks toward communities of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latinx or Native Americans are especially encouraged to apply.

The position carries a 2/2 course load and requires institutional service, including academic advising of undergraduate students. Successful candidates will design and teach introductory and advanced courses that could include fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and/or drama. The department would also welcome courses on translation and writing in languages other than English, the graphic novel, podcasting, publishing, film, literary journalism, poetics, hybridity, literary cultural criticism or on topics related to the medical humanities, digital arts, environmental writing, science writing, social justice, Indigenous and ethnic studies, or disability literature.

The university expects faculty members to maintain an active program of publication and contribute service to the department, university, and profession. The successful candidate must have an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing, a demonstrated history of teaching excellence, and a robust history of publications.

We will begin reviewing applications on November 15, 2019 and the position will remain open until filled. All documents are required for the applicant to be considered for the position.

Applications should include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample (max. 25 pgs.), and 3 letters of recommendation. Initial interviews will be conducted over ZOOM in early January 2020.

All applications must be submitted through RICEWorks. Applicants will be asked to input the necessary information on your evaluators who will receive an email generated by the system. In this email they will be instructed on the process for submitting their letters.

Rice University is a private, comprehensive research university located in the heart of Houston's dynamic museum district and adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. It offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across eight schools and has a student body of 4,001 undergraduates and 2900 graduate students. Rice ranks no.16 among national universities and eight in undergraduate teaching (2019 US News & World Report); its endowment ranks among the top 20 of US universities. Its hallmarks include a very high level of research activity and intellectual innovation, a 6:1 student-faculty ratio, and a commitment to diversity at all levels. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Rice considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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MFA or PhD in Creative Writing

Requisition Number: F20020

Open Date: 09/11/2019

Open Until Filled: Yes

Best Consideration Date: 11/15/2019

Desired Start Date: 07/01/2020

Position Status: Full-Time

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Posting Link: http://jobs.rice.edu/postings/21250

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===Stony Brook University (USA:NY) - Assistant or Associate Professor, Creative Writing=== The Creative Writing Program at Stony Brook seeks a fiction or creative nonfiction writer for its lively undergraduate and graduate programs to start September 1, 2020. Successful applicants will have significant publication (at least one book from a respected press), an MFA or PhD in creative writing (or an exceptionally strong record of publication), and evidence of successful teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate level. We especially welcome candidates with leadership experience, inside academia or out, as, for example, building a reading series or editing a literary journal, and candidates with competence in a second genre, including genre fiction. We encourage applications from women, writers of color, LGBTQ writers, writers with disabilities, and any others who contribute to the diversity of our faculty. Finally, we seek candidates with experience in teaching culturally diverse curricula.

This full-time tenure track position in fiction or creative nonfiction carries a 3/2 teaching load for Assistant Professors and a 2/2 load for Associates. Our faculty of working writers lead workshops, teach “read like a writer” literature courses, direct graduate and undergraduate theses, and otherwise support the artistic aims of our diverse student body across two campuses, located within an hour’s commute of each other. Faculty members with leadership roles receive course release.

Creative Writing is the flagship program in an entrepreneurial, innovative department that also offers programs in film, podcasts, children’s literature, and the culinary arts. During July, we present the Southampton Writers Conference. Imagine Wednesdays and Writers Speak, our two reading series, bring writers of national reputation in all literary genres to both campuses; The Southampton Review, our graduate literary magazine, publishes original writing and artwork from established and emerging voices. BookEnds is a selective, post-MFA, one-year mentorship program for book-length manuscripts in fiction and nonfiction. Our BFA in Creative Writing is headquartered at Stony Brook; the MFA is in Southampton, with a secondary location at our Manhattan Center for Creative Writing and Film.

Please submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications, c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabus, and list of three references, along with a State Employment Application. Applications may be accepted online at www.stonybrook.edu/jobs (Ref. #F-10057-19-07) or via email to [mailto:cwlsearch@stonybrook.edu cwlsearch@stonybrook.edu].

The deadline to apply is October 15, 2019.

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University College Dublin (EU:Ire) - Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Creative Writing
Applications are invited for a Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Creative Writing post within School of English, Drama, and Film.

Applications are invited for a permanent appointment as Lecturer / Assistant Professor (above the bar) in Creative Writing in the School of English, Drama, and Film. Applicants must be established writers with a significant reputation and be able to contribute to practice-based research developments in this rapidly developing area in the School. Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level is required, and in curricular design and development. Applicants should be also prepared to take on doctoral supervision with appropriate support.

Applicants should have expertise in teaching Creative Writing across genres, and in particular in teaching prose fiction. We would also be interested in those who could offer additional fields such as, but not limited to, creative non-fiction, poetry and young adult fiction.

Creative Writing at UCD is characterised by its strong links with high profile individual writers and with arts organisations in Dublin and beyond. The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to these links, and sustain a programme that brought visiting writers to the campus for readings and to interact with students. Contribution to the Creative Writing Journal HCE, and to Creative Writing conferences would also be expected, as would a willingness to develop events on campus and in collaboration with cultural institutions that increase impact and community engagement.

95 Lecturer/Asst Professor Above the Bar Salary Scale: €52,848 - €83,090 per annum. Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines.

Closing date: 17:00hrs (local Irish time) on 9th August 2019.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 17:00hrs (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.

UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.

Note: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow link below:

[//www.ucd.ie/hr/t4cms/Academic%20Contract.pdf http://www.ucd.ie/hr/t4cms/Academic%20Contract.pdf] Source: Jobs.ac.uk

Deadline: 9 August 2019 (Irish Time, UTC+1)

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University of Aberdeen (EU:UK:Sco) - Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing
The School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture seeks to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing. With a focus on creative writing, the post is aimed at further enhancing the School’s profile in the domain of creative practice more broadly, as it looks to develop new teaching and research initiatives across programmes in Creative Writing, Film and Visual Culture, and Music.

The successful candidate will undertake research (including practice-led activity) in creative writing, ideally with some demonstrable expertise in screenwriting and/or script writing. S/he will contribute teaching to relevant undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes offered by the School; will develop new courses and programmes as appropriate in collaboration with other colleagues in the School; will undertake supervision of postgraduate research students; will contribute to the work of the School’s research centres, including public engagement and impact-related activities; and will pursue external funding opportunities. Responsibilities will also include administrative roles as agreed with the Undergraduate Programme Co-ordinator in English and the Head of School in Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture.

You will have postgraduate qualifications up to PhD level in creative writing or a closely related area relevant to the post. You will have a record of excellent research and publication appropriate for the career stage, a clear plan of research activity for the coming years, including plans for obtaining external research funding and for research impact, and experience of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. You will have excellent written and spoken communication skills, and be able to engage with students and promote student learning in a range of ways.

Your covering letter should set out how you would envision helping to lead the development of the School’s activities in the domain of creative writing.

Appointments made at Lecturer level will be paid at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale (£40,792 - £48,676 per annum), with placement negotiable according to qualifications and experience.

Appointments made at Senior Lecturer level will be paid at the appropriate point on the Grade 8 salary scale (£51,630 - £58,089 per annum), with placement negotiable according to qualifications and experience.

Any appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and a 3 year probation period.

For further information on various staff benefits and policies please visit www.abdn.ac.uk/staffnet/working-here

Should you require a visa to undertake paid employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship and Tier 2 visa. As appropriate, at the time an offer of appointment is made you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of financial maintenance and competency in English. Please do not hesitate to contact Heather Clark, HR Adviser on +44 (0)1224 273244 or email [mailto:h.m.clark@abdn.ac.uk h.m.clark@abdn.ac.uk] for further information.

Online application forms are available at www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 August 2019

Should you wish to make an informal enquiry please contact

Professor Michelle Macleod, Interim Head of School

01224 272548 [mailto:m.macleod@abdn.ac.uk m.macleod@abdn.ac.uk]

Please do not send application forms or CVs to Professor Macleod.

Deadline: 26 August 2019 (UK Time, UTC+0)

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University of Leeds (EU:UK:Eng) - Teaching Fellow in Creative Writing (1 Year)
Are you a published writer (preferably of fiction, life-writing or plays) with proven skills as a teacher of creative writing? Do you have the ability to motivate and inspire learners? Do you have a clear commitment to creating and delivering an excellent student experience?

You will teach a minimum of one undergraduate option or core module in creative writing and will undertake appropriate administrative and examining responsibilities associated with the teaching of our Creative Writing programme. You will also assist with the School’s teaching e.g. seminars, workshops and tutorials, as well as its series of readings and events, in order to contribute more generally to its development of creative writing. You will be expected to engage with the School’s culture of interdisciplinary research and research-led teaching.

The School of English has played a historic role in supporting and stimulating new literary voices from around the world. In 1996, to maintain our rich and diverse traditions of literary creativity, we instituted a Creative Writing Fellowship for the purpose of teaching creative writing to undergraduates within our honours degree programme. This post is a new iteration of that fellowship.

You will join a team which includes Poet Laureate Simon Armitage as Professor of Poetry; Professor of Romantic Literature and poet John Whale; Zaffer Kunial as Douglas Caster Cultural Fellow (a position previously held by Helen Mort, Malika Booker and Vahni Capildeo), writer and academic Dr Kimberly Campanello (who is also the Programme Leader) and Leverhulme Fellows and poets Rachel Bower and Karl O’Hanlon. A new undergraduate BA (Hons) in English Literature with Creative Writing began in 2018-19 and a Masters in Creative Writing and Critical Life was launched in 2017. The School also offers practice-led PhDs in Creative Writing and performance-based theatre studies.

The Leeds University Poetry Centre (LUPC) is based in the School and regularly welcomes guest readings from established and emerging poets. The School is home to two internationally-respected journals which feature creative writing: Stand magazine (poems and short stories) and Moving Worlds (poems, short stories and critical articles) as well as Poetry & Audience and a new annual anthology of students’ writing called Tenter Hook. The Poetry Centre is also a focus of research and impact activity.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Professor Fiona Becket, Head of School

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 4752, email: [mailto:f.d.becket@leeds.ac.uk f.d.becket@leeds.ac.uk]

Working Time: 60% of full time

Contract Type: Fixed Term (from 1 September 2019 to 31 August 2022)

Interview Date: Tuesday 20 August 2019

Deadline: 8 August 2019 (UK Time, UTC+1)

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Wichita State University (USA:Ks) - Distinguished Visiting Writer-in-Residence (Fiction), One Month Appointment
This is a well-compensated one-month visiting position for a distinguished writer of fiction who will give a campus reading and teach a tutorial course to approximately 15 graduate and advanced undergraduate fiction writing students. Appointment will be in the Spring 2020 semester. Qualifications: extensive high quality publications in top national journals and magazines; high quality novels or collections of short stories; awards, fellowships, and a national reputation preferred. Salary is $14,000 for the month, which can be flexibly scheduled within certain constraints. Writers of diverse backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

Send letter of application, professional vita, and writing sample to Sam Taylor, Attn: Distinguished Visiting Writer Application, Department of English, Box 14, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS 67260-0014. Telephone: 316-978-6762. Priority deadline for receipt of applications is September 15, 2019.

Please note that the recipient must pay for his/her own housing and transportation. Wichita State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Any person having inquiries concerning this may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount St., Wichita, KS 67260-0145 (316) 978-6791.

Deadline: 15 September 2019 (North American Central Time, UTC-5)

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Wichita State University (USA:Ks) - Emerging Visiting Poet-in-Residence (One Month Appointment)
This is a one-month position for an emerging poet of extraordinary promise. The recipient will give a reading and teach a tutorial course to approximately 15 graduate and advanced undergraduate poetry writing students. Appointment for one month in the Spring 2020 semester; dates can be flexibly scheduled within some constraints. Qualifications: Extensive high quality publications in top national journals and/or at least one high quality collection of poems with a notable press; successful teaching experiences; awards and fellowships preferred. Recipient will receive $4000 for the one month tutorial and a campus reading. Writers of diverse backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

Send letter of application, professional vita, and writing sample (10-15 pages or a book) to Sam Taylor, Attn: Visiting Emerging Poet Application, Department of English, Box 14, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS 67260-0014. Telephone: 316-978-6762. Please indicate your full range of possible availability. Priority deadline for receipt of applications is September 15, 2019

Please note that the recipient must pay for his/her own housing and transportation. Wichita State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, or disability. Any person having inquiries concerning this may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount St., Wichita, KS 67260-0145 (316) 978-6791.

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