Lecturer, Literature and Creative Writing Program, English Department
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About The Position
The Literature and Creative Writing program in the Department of English at Baylor University is seeking two full-time lecturers to join their faculty, effective Fall 2025. The successful candidates will be responsible for teaching creative writing and upper-level literature classes, as well as core curriculum classes. This position is designed for collaborative faculty members who demonstrate excellence in college-level teaching and are eager to contribute to the needs of a vibrant and growing program. The specific areas of expertise in creative writing and literature are open, but there is a particular interest in candidates specializing in creative nonfiction, playwriting/dramatic writing, or graphic novels, especially with a focus on ethnic studies or literary editing and publishing. The Literature and Creative Writing program at Baylor University offers opportunities for all faculty, both lecturer-line and tenure-line, to develop and teach classes in their areas of specialization. This appointment is a renewable full-time position that is benefits-eligible, with a clear promotion path: a 6-year promotion path to Senior Lecturer for successful candidates and a 12-year promotion path to Teaching Professor for those who demonstrate exceptional performance. The university is committed to providing a supportive environment for faculty development and teaching excellence. Baylor University, located in Waco, Texas, is the oldest college in Texas and serves a diverse student population of 21,000. It has been recognized as one of the top universities in the nation and has received the R1 classification from the Carnegie Classification. Baylor is also noted for its commitment to creating a positive work environment, as evidenced by its inclusion in the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The university offers competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to thrive in one of the fastest-growing regions of Texas. Baylor's strategic plan, Illuminate, guides its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service, integrating academic excellence with a Christian commitment within a caring community.
