Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Creative Writing (Fiction)

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction) in the MFA program beginning Fall 2027. Graduate and undergraduate teaching of creative writing workshops and seminars is preferred, with commensurate experience considered.

The position requires an MFA or terminal degree and a strong publication record; the candidate should contribute to the MFA community and teaching excellence across courses.

Qualifications

• MFA or terminal degree required.
• A strong publication record (including at least one novel or short-story collection in print from a nationally recognized press) is required.
• Graduate and undergraduate teaching of creative writing workshops and literary seminars at the college level is preferred, but commensurate experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester, which may include graduate-level workshops and craft courses, as well as advanced creative writing courses for undergraduate majors.
• The teaching load is a 2/2 for the academic year.
• Demonstrate excellence in student-centered teaching and support a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.

Skills

Publication record

Teaching experience

Fellowships/awards

Education

MFA or terminal degree

Job description

Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction) in the MFA program beginning Fall 2027. Graduate and undergraduate teaching of creative writing workshops and seminars is preferred, with commensurate experience considered.

The position requires an MFA or terminal degree and a strong publication record; the candidate should contribute to the MFA community and teaching excellence across courses.