Assistant Professor of English, Creative Writing (Creative Nonfiction)

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at Belmont University invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Creative Nonfiction). The appointment will begin on August 1, 2027. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching and a strong record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level in higher education. Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise in Creative Nonfiction. In addition to teaching undergraduate first- and third-year composition courses, teaching responsibilities will include introductory, craft, and workshop courses in creative nonfiction; graduate courses in Belmont’s MFA in creative nonfiction; and courses in Belmont’s General Education program. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate composition and undergraduate and graduate writing courses. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service. Because all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, the University particularly seeks applicants who demonstrate an interest in and ability to collaborate on course design and teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in the program.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in English is required. A candidate who is ABD in the required discipline will be considered.
Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
Demonstrated capacity to engage in high-quality scholarly activity.
Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
An ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
An ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
An ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University.
Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
An ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
A Ph.D. in English or Creative Writing is required. Candidates who are ABD in the required discipline will be considered.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching and a strong record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level in higher education.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.
Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise in Creative Nonfiction.

Responsibilities

Complete 24 workload hours, or the equivalent, per academic year.
Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects.
Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.
Participate in department, college, and university committee work.
Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
Advise students in course selection and degree completion.
Participate in a local church and engage with the broader community.
Abide by all relevant university, college, and department procedures and policies.
Manage the online grading system.
Submit book orders in a timely manner.
Maintain regular office hours.