Professor of English - Fiction (Open Rank)

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Irvine's Department of English and Programs in Writing seeks a faculty member at assistant, associate, or full professor level specializing in creative writing (fiction). Candidates should have a strong publication record and a commitment to teaching in the studio arts model. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, contributing to the Writing programs, and mentoring students.

MFA and/or Ph.D. are required for application.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching both graduate and undergraduate students in creative writing.
• Significant publication record in fiction.
• Commitment to teaching in studio arts model and to mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in creative writing (fiction).
• Maintain an active publication record in the field.
• Mentor students in research and writing projects and participate in program activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Graduate/undergrad teaching

Publication record

Education

MFA or Ph.D.

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.

Application Window

Open date: August 12, 2026

Next review date: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Department of English and the Programs in Writing at the University of California, Irvine, is conducting a search for an assistant, associate, or full professor specializing in creative writing (fiction). Candidates are expected to have a significant publication record. Candidates need to have a strong commitment to and preferably experience teaching in the studio arts model. Candidate will be expected to teach both graduate and undergraduate level courses.

Requirements: Candidates must hold an MFA, and/or Ph.D.

Teaching Statement Should

Indicate the candidate’s teaching experiences to date, including experience with teaching undergraduates/graduate students, or other populations, as well as their areas of interest. This should also include mentorship that they have given to others in the line of research or outreach activities.

Detail the candidate’s teaching approaches and philosophies, as to how they will engage in effective teaching strategies. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Pace at [e-mail]

Program

https://www.humanities.uci.edu/mfawriting

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

MFA and/or Ph.D. in relevant field.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. with a full list of publications.
• List of References
• Reflective Teaching and Mentoring Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement .
• Published work of fiction - Submit a published work of fiction (either a novel or collection of short stories).

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirrative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA