Steven Fisher Professorship in Creative Writing (Fiction)

Penn State; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for the Steven Fisher Professorship in Creative Writing (Fiction). This tenure-track position may be filled at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels to begin August 2027, with flexibility. Secondary expertise in Creative Nonfiction is desirable.

Two courses per semester will be taught to undergraduates and BA/MA students, onsite. Applicants must hold a terminal degree in creative writing by start date and demonstrate a strong

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MFA/PhD) in creative writing or related field in hand by start date.
• Record of publications in prominent venues; at least one book of fiction in print or under contract.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester for undergraduates and BA/MA students.
• Contribute to teaching, research, and service; engage in mentoring students and program development.
• Occasional online instruction in addition to onsite teaching.

Skills

Publication record

Teaching experience

External funding

Education

MFA or PhD in Creative Writing

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for the Steven Fisher Professorship in Creative Writing (Fiction). This tenure-track position may be filled at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels to begin August 2027, with flexibility. Secondary expertise in Creative Nonfiction is desirable.

Two courses per semester will be taught to undergraduates and BA/MA students, onsite. Applicants must hold a terminal degree in creative writing by start date and demonstrate a strong