Part-Time Faculty: ENG 304 & 401 (Spring 2026)

Syracuse; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,800; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty member to teach ENG 304 Writing Poetry and ENG 401 Advanced Writing Workshop Poetry on campus for Spring 2026. In-person instruction begins January 2026 with the first class on January 12, 2026.

The appointment is an 8.5-month, on-site adjunct role with pay by credit hour and priority given to internal candidates. Responsibilities include syllabus development, material selection, delivering lectures, maintaining office hours, and timely grading.

Qualifications

• MFA in Creative Writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Order the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Prepare lectures, projects, and other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meet all designated class periods and reschedule in case of illness or emergency when possible.
• Provide final grades according to University regulations and timelines.

Skills

MFA in Creative Writing

Job description

Part-Time Faculty: ENG 304 & 401 (Spring 2026)

Job Title Part-Time Faculty: ENG 304 & 401 (Spring 2026)

Location

Campus

Commitment to On-Campus Experience

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range

Pay Range $1,400 - $1,800 per credit hour

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Hours

As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.

Job Type

Job Type Part-time

Rank

Rank PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code UA

Job Description

Teach one course each of ENG 304 Writing Poetry 3 credits and ENG 401 Advanced Writing Workshop Poetry for 3 credit hours in the Spring 2026 semester in-person on the SU campus. Start date for this position is 1/05/2026, with first day of class being 1/12/2026. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department.

ENG 304

Creative and critical engagement with the practices of reading and writing poetry. Emphasis on both analytical and creative work.

ENG 401

Extensive practice in writing poetry.

All course offerings are subject to funding availability and enrollment. Current internal applicants will receive priority consideration.

Qualifications

Not Applicable

Job Specific Qualifications

• MFA in Creative Writing.

Responsibilities

Part-time Instructor duties will include the following:

• Develop and/or updating a class syllabus.


• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.


• Preparing lectures, projects of other student assignments.


• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.


• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.


• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.


• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.


• Submitting completed final grades according to University regulations.


• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.


• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.


• Completing all other course-related duties as outlined by your department’s policies for part-time instructors.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

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