Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Assistant Professor - Creative Writing and Literary

Overview

The Department of English and Literary Arts at the University of Denver invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Creative Writing and Literary Studies to begin in Fall 2022. We seek candidates whose creative writing practice is grounded in literary theory or history and engages with contemporary or transcultural contexts. Applications from writers who work in multiple genres are encouraged. Candidates should be equally committed to creative and critical/scholarly work.

The Department emphasizes a balance between creative/performative and theoretical/literary historical work and supports undergraduate majors/minors, MA students, and PhD students focusing on creative writing or literary studies. The university and college value diversity and inclusivity and seek applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations.

Essential Functions

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including workshops.
• Direct undergraduate and graduate theses; advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the creative and intellectual life of the department through individual and collaborative initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

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

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MFA, PhD, EdD) in English/Creative Writing or other relevant discipline required by date of appointment.
• A strong publication record.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in English/Creative Writing or other relevant discipline required by date of appointment.

Work Schedule

9-month faculty appointment; class schedule to be coordinated with department chair.

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) on October 27, 2021.

Special Instructions

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

Salary and Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000.
• The University offers medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass among other benefits.

Required Documents

• CV
• Cover Letter - Applicants should include information about how they will advance diversity and inclusion through their research, teaching and/or service.
• References will be contacted via an automated email with a provided link.

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 regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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

Notes

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