Steven Fisher Professorship in Creative Writing

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

42d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of English at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, Pennsylvania, USA, invites applications for the Steven Fisher Professorship in Creative Writing. This is a tenure-track position (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) in Creative Writing (Fiction) to begin August 2027, with flexibility. Secondary expertise in Creative Nonfiction is also desirable. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, to both undergraduates and those enrolled in the bachelor/masters (BA/MA) graduate program. The BA/MA program offers an integrated undergraduate/graduate degree in English with a creative writing concentration in poetry or prose. Students complete the program in two years—their senior undergraduate year and an additional M.A. year. This position will include resident and online instruction and normal university service. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in creative writing or related field in hand by the starting date.
• A record of publications in prominent venues.
• At least one book of fiction in print or under contract.
• For Professor: outstanding publication record, commitment to securing external funding, and a track record of excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• For Associate Professor: significant publication record, commitment to securing external funding, and a track record of excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• For Assistant Professor: promising publication record, commitment to securing external funding, and a track record in teaching and mentoring students.

Nice To Haves

• Secondary expertise in Creative Nonfiction is also desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teaching two courses per semester, to both undergraduates and those enrolled in the bachelor/masters (BA/MA) graduate program.
• Resident and online instruction.
• Normal university service.
• Teaching, research, and service, based on the candidate’s qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level