Director, MFA in Creative Writing & English Professor

Ashland University Bookstore; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashland University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of English, Non-Tenure Track, and Director of the MFA in Creative Writing. The role directs the MFA program and the Ashland Poetry Press, under a 9-month contract with a summer residency stipend.

The candidate will teach undergraduate creative writing, graduate courses, and contribute to the life of Ashland University through leadership and service.

Qualifications

• MFA or Ph.D. in English (or related field) required.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate education.
• Director of an MFA program experience and active publications in creative writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in creative writing and graduate courses as needed.
• Direct the MFA in Creative Writing and oversee the Ashland Poetry Press.
• Coordinate with admissions, marketing, and advising; manage budgeting and enrollment for the program.

Education

MFA or PhD in English

Job description

Ashland University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of English, Non-Tenure Track, and Director of the MFA in Creative Writing. The role directs the MFA program and the Ashland Poetry Press, under a 9-month contract with a summer residency stipend.

The candidate will teach undergraduate creative writing, graduate courses, and contribute to the life of Ashland University through leadership and service.