Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Creative Writing, Nonfiction

School of Writing, Literature, and Film, Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University’s School of Writing, Literature, and Film invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE) Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Creative Writing (Nonfiction). This tenure-stream position delivers undergraduate and graduate instruction, maintains a robust portfolio of creative activity, and serves the School, College, and University.

The appointment includes teaching five courses per year across fall, winter, and spring terms, mentoring graduate and undergraduate

Qualifications

• Terminal degree by start date in creative writing or related field.
• Commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engagement with mentoring and advising of theses or capstone projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in creative writing (nonfiction).
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students and theses.
• Engage in research/creative activity and service to the School, College, and University.
• Contribute to equity, inclusion, and scholarly community initiatives.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Mentoring Students

Educational Equity

Inclusive Instruction

Education

Terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in creative writing or related field

Job description

The School of Writing, Literature, and Film at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE) Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Creative Writing (Nonfiction). This tenure-stream position is responsible for delivering high-quality and innovative instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level; maintaining a robust portfolio of creative activity; and providing service to the School, College, and University.

The School of Writing, Literature, and Film offers a BA major and minor in Creative Writing, both on campus and online. Our MFA program enjoys a long tradition of excellence, distinguished faculty, successful alumni, and a vibrant community. Located in Corvallis, Oregon, consistently ranked among the top 10 college towns in the nation, Oregon State University is a dynamic R1 institution committed to its land-grant mission of educational access, research discovery, and public impact.

The position consists of teaching (45%), research (45%), and service (10%). The teaching load is five courses over three quarters annually (fall, winter, and spring terms). Teaching responsibilities involve lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses, including general education courses, and/or graduate seminars in relevant literary traditions, including topics of the candidate's design. Mentoring of students, including advising of theses, is expected at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Service includes committee-work for the School, College, and University. The position includes support for advancing one's scholarship and faculty mentorship.

All candidates must have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in creative writing or related field in hand by the starting date, as well as an evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity.

Oregon State University is a public R1 land-grant institution committed to public outreach and engagement and motivated by educational equity, inclusion, and diversity. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to these core values.