Endowed Poetry Visiting Professor of Creative Writing

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Helen Zell Writers’ Program in the Department of English at the University of Michigan invites applications for the Helen Zell Visiting Professor of Creative Writing, a Lecturer III appointment in poetry with a start date of August 25, 2027. This is a non-tenure track position with a university-year appointment.

The appointment term is three years, with the potential for renewal for an additional two years.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses per semester: one graduate MFA poetry class and two undergraduate courses.
• Advise 2–3 MFA theses and participate in the MFA applications committee.
• Host visiting writers and continue working toward a new book during the appointment.

Job description

The Helen Zell Writers’ Program in the Department of English at the University of Michigan invites applications for the Helen Zell Visiting Professor of Creative Writing, a Lecturer III appointment in poetry with a start date of August 25, 2027. This is a non-tenure track position with a university-year appointment.

The appointment term is three years, with the potential for renewal for an additional two years.