Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Creative Writing, Nonfiction
About The Position
The College of Liberal Arts, School of Writing, Literature, and Film at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Creative Writing, Nonfiction. Rank will depend on qualifications. Appointments at the Associate Professor or Professor rank with indefinite tenure are subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review. The position focuses on delivering high-quality, innovative instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels; maintaining a robust portfolio of creative activity; and providing service to the School, College, and University. The teaching load is five courses over three quarters annually—fall, winter, and spring. Courses may include lower- and upper-division creative writing and related subjects, general education courses, and graduate seminars in relevant literary traditions, including topics designed by the candidate. The role also includes mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students, including thesis advising, and committee service. The School offers on-campus and online BA programs in Creative Writing and an MFA program. The position requires routine on-campus presence in a typical office and classroom setting. The anticipated start date is September 16, 2027. The salary range is $75,000–$105,000.
Requirements
- Hold an MFA, PhD, or other terminal degree in creative writing or a related field by the starting date.
- Demonstrate a commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity.
- At Assistant Professor rank: demonstrate a record of or potential for significant creative writing publication.
- At Associate Professor rank: demonstrate a record of significant creative writing publication.
- At Full Professor rank: demonstrate a distinguished record of significant creative writing publication.
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of successful teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students.
- Evidence of significant pedagogical innovation and applied or experiential learning, particularly in helping students gain publication experience.
- Experience with curricular development for in-person and/or online delivery.
- At Associate or Full Professor rank: experience teaching multiple genres, such as screenwriting, fiction, or journalism, and/or mixed-methods instruction.
- At Full Professor rank: administrative experience and/or visible leadership in advancing the disciplinary field.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in creative writing and related areas, including general education courses and relevant graduate seminars.
- Teach five courses across the fall, winter, and spring quarters each year.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including advising theses.
- Maintain a robust portfolio of creative activity.
- Provide committee service to the School, College, and University.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
