NC State University
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)The English Department at NC State University is seeking applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (poetry focus). The applicant hired for this position will contribute to our nationally-recognized MFA program in creative writing as well as to our popular, growing creative writing concentration in the English major. Courses that will be taught by this hire include Intermediate and Advanced Poetry Writing, Studies in Poetry, the graduate Workshop in Poetry, and ENG 590, a craft seminar offered to graduate MFA and MA students.
The new hire will also develop and maintain relationships with writers who contribute to our visiting writers program; will attract and recruit candidates into our MFA program; will direct poetry theses and serve on thesis committees; will mentor MFA students in writing and teaching; and will teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D. in English, or MFA in Creative Writing, or equivalent degree in a related field.
Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will have a strong publication record and literary reputation, including at least one published book, and successful university teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional publications or teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas would be a plus: creative nonfiction, African American literature, Latinx literature, Native American literature, Asian American literature, environmental writing, and/or hybrid literature and writing.
An MFA in creative writing is preferred.
Application Instructions
Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom. Screening of applications will begin on October 21st. Applications should be received by November 1st to assure full consideration. For more information, contact search committee chair, James Mulholland at mulholland@ncsu.edu.
Position Information
Posting Number: PG193430EP
Position Number: 00100601
Appointment: 9 Month Recurring
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Anticipated Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience and credentials
Working Title: Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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The new hire will also develop and maintain relationships with writers who contribute to our visiting writers program; will attract and recruit candidates into our MFA program; will direct poetry theses and serve on thesis committees; will mentor MFA students in writing and teaching; and will teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D. in English, or MFA in Creative Writing, or equivalent degree in a related field.
Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will have a strong publication record and literary reputation, including at least one published book, and successful university teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional publications or teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas would be a plus: creative nonfiction, African American literature, Latinx literature, Native American literature, Asian American literature, environmental writing, and/or hybrid literature and writing.
An MFA in creative writing is preferred.
Application Instructions
Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom. Screening of applications will begin on October 21st. Applications should be received by November 1st to assure full consideration. For more information, contact search committee chair, James Mulholland at mulholland@ncsu.edu.
Position Information
Posting Number: PG193430EP
Position Number: 00100601
Appointment: 9 Month Recurring
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Anticipated Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience and credentials
Working Title: Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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