Tenure-Track Creative Writing (Fiction) Assistant Professor

Global Launch; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences in English seeks an Assistant Professor (tenure track) specializing in Creative Writing (Fiction) to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will publish strongly and teach undergraduate courses in fiction at multiple levels, including short fiction courses and workshops.

A secondary specialization in creative nonfiction or another creative genre is desirable.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Creative Writing (MFA or PhD) required.
• Strong publication record, including at least one book.
• Excellent undergraduate teaching ability in fiction.

Responsibilities

• Teach fiction courses and workshops at multiple levels.
• Mentor students and curate events.
• Contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Help sustain and develop a top-ranked writing program.

Skills

Creative Writing

Publication record

Undergraduate teaching

Education

MFA or PhD in Creative Writing

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences in English seeks an Assistant Professor (tenure track) specializing in Creative Writing (Fiction) to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will publish strongly and teach undergraduate courses in fiction at multiple levels, including short fiction courses and workshops.

A secondary specialization in creative nonfiction or another creative genre is desirable.