Assistant or Associate Professor - Creative Writing

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Creative Writing with a concentration in fiction, to begin fall 2027. The program supports MFA/PhD degrees and hosts Gulf Coast, a national literary journal.

A strong publishing record and commitment to teaching at multiple levels are expected. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• MFA or equivalent.
• Published at least one book with a nationally recognized press.
• Experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate classes.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate creative writing courses.
• Mentor students and contribute to the writing community.
• Engage in service, collaboration, and program development.

Skills

Fiction writing

Teaching

Curriculum development

Education

MFA or equivalent

Job description

Department:EnglishSalary:Commensurate with experience

Description:

The University of Houston’s internationally acclaimed Creative Writing Program seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Creative Writing with a concentration in fiction, to begin fall 2027.

Our program houses PhD and MFA degrees in Creative Writing and also hosts a sizeable undergraduate concentration, and minor, in Creative Writing. The University of Houston is also home to Gulf Coast, a national literary journal. We wish to hire an excellent, dynamic teacher who is excited about mentoring students and teaching a variety of creative writing courses. We expect at least one book, outstanding teaching, and a history of collaboration and service to one’s writing community.

The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university and the flagship institution of the UH System. With more than 48,000 students, UH is one of the largest research universities in the nation and is consistently recognized for its commitment to academic excellence. Boasting top-tier faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, student success initiatives, and a strong commitment to community engagement, UH prepares students to thrive in a globally interconnected world. The fourth largest city in the United States, Houston has an international population, which is reflected in both the graduate and undergraduate programs in Creative Writing.

The 2-2 teaching load will be split between undergraduate and graduate classes.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum degree required:

MFA or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have published at least one book with a nationally recognized press. Candidates must have experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate classes.

Application must include:

• Cover letter.
• C.V.
• Teaching statement
• 3 letters of reference.
• A digital or physical submission of full book as evidence of publication. If physical and you wish it returned, please include a SASE.

Deadline for application:

December 1, 2026

Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.