Associate Professor w/ tenure

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Associate Professor position in screenwriting to begin August 25, 2027. This university-year appointment offers tenure and the possibility of hybrid or remote work as determined by the department.

The successful candidate will teach upper-level screenwriting courses, direct the Screenwriting Program, maintain an active record of writing and production, and contribute to department governance.

Qualifications

• Requires MFA or equivalent.
• Strong record of produced and optioned work.
• Extensive teaching experience at a major university.
• Evidence of leadership experience and program-building/fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Teach upper-level screenwriting courses and electives.
• Direct the Screenwriting Program.
• Maintain an active record of writing and production.
• Contribute to the self-governance of the Department and College.

Skills

Leadership experience

Fundraising experience

University teaching

Producing/optioned work

Education

MFA or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

The Department of Film, Television, and Media offers a variety of courses in screenwriting and television writing that build on the University of Michigan's long and distinguished dramatic writing tradition. With a team of talented and produced screenwriters as lecturers and a variety of unique resources (including a vast library of scripts in the Donald Hall Collection, the James Gindin Visiting Artist Series, and the Peter and Barbara Benedek Artist in Residence Program), the Screenwriting sub major at Michigan provides students with a unique opportunity to learn from accomplished teachers and an array of A-List Hollywood and Independent artists.

Job Summary

The Department of Film, Television, and Media at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position to teach in the screenwriting field to begin August 25, 2027. This is a university year appointment and will be at the level of Associate Professor, with tenure.

Responsibilities*

The successful candidate will teach upper-level screenwriting courses and electives, direct the Screenwriting Program, maintain an active record of writing and production, and contribute to the self-governance of the Department and the College.

Required Qualifications*

• MFA or equivalent
• Strong record of produced and optioned work
• Extensive teaching experience at a major university
• Evidence of leadership experience
• Demonstrated commitment to program building/fundraising

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Additional Information

and must meet all degree requirements prior to the start date of the position. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Review of dossiers will begin on November 1, 2026; applications received after October 30, 2026 may not receive full consideration.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.