Assistant Professor of English
About The Position
The Missouri Southern State University Department of Language and Literature invites applications for an Assistant Professor in creative writing, with the appointment beginning August 1, 2027. Faculty teach twelve credits per semester, with first-year writing comprising half of the teaching load. The remaining load includes creative writing courses covering all four genres, general education literature surveys, and other courses appropriate to the faculty member’s background. Secondary specialties of particular interest include professional and technical writing, world literature, or American literature to 1865. The successful applicant will also serve as faculty advisor to bordertown, MSSU’s student literary journal. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in English or a closely related discipline before August 1, 2027. Application materials include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required 45 days after a contract is issued. Application review begins November 2 and continues until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon a background check.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or a terminal degree in English or a closely related discipline before August 1, 2027.
- Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information for three professional references.
- Provide official transcripts 45 days after a contract is issued.
- Pass a background check as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Secondary specialty in professional and technical writing, world literature, or American literature to 1865.
Responsibilities
- Teach twelve credits per semester, with first-year writing comprising half of the teaching load.
- Teach creative writing courses covering all four genres.
- Teach general education literature surveys and other courses appropriate to the faculty member’s background.
- Serve as faculty advisor to bordertown, MSSU’s student literary journal.
Benefits
- The university describes rewarding career and benefit opportunities.
- Collaborative and diverse workplace.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
