Part-Time Lecturer: Small Press Editing & Publishing

CSU; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks a Lecturer in the English Department to teach the Zaum class (English 368) and to participate in editing and publishing a student literary journal, with coordination of campus publicity and events.

The role requires an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing, prior editorial experience, and teaching in higher education. Salary is commensurate with degree and experience; the appointment is full-time with a 15‑unit workload per semester.

Qualifications

• MFA or PhD in Creative Writing is required.
• Editorial/leadership experience in publishing a literary journal is required or strongly preferred.
• Teaching experience in higher education is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach the 4‑unit English 368 Zaum class, including editing and publishing a student literary journal and coordinating with a national journal.
• Coordinate with campus printing, events, and student promotions for Zaum; supervise students in publication processes.
• Follow university syllabus policies and maintain regular office hours (about 1 hour per 3‑unit course).
• Support continued instruction for Fall and Spring semesters and plan for potential continuation in Spring 2027.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Publication in journals

Teaching experience

Education

MFA or PhD in Creative Writing

Job description

Sonoma State University seeks a Lecturer in the English Department to teach the Zaum class (English 368) and to participate in editing and publishing a student literary journal, with coordination of campus publicity and events.

The role requires an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing, prior editorial experience, and teaching in higher education. Salary is commensurate with degree and experience; the appointment is full-time with a 15‑unit workload per semester.