Visiting Assistant Professor, Fiction Writing

Williams College English; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College's English Department invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in fiction writing, starting Fall 2027, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.

Candidates should hold a graduate degree or demonstrate a strong publication record and show excellence and innovation in teaching fiction. The successful candidate will teach two courses per term, direct student theses in creative writing, and participate in running the reading series.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or strong publication record in fiction.
• Evidence of excellence and innovation in teaching fiction.
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced fiction workshops.
• Experience supervising student theses in creative writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per term, including introductory and advanced fiction workshops.
• Direct student theses in creative writing and mentor emerging writers.
• Contribute to running the reading series and program activities.
• Engage in departmental service and curriculum development.

Skills

Fiction writing

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student mentorship

Education

Graduate degree (MFA/PhD)

Job description

The English Department at Williams College invites applications for a one year Visiting Assistant Professor position in fiction writing, to begin Fall 2027, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year. Candidates should have a graduate degree or a strong publication record, and should demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching fiction. Williams College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We strongly encourage candidates from under-represented identities and others who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives to apply.

Teaching responsibilities include two courses per term. The successful candidate must be prepared to teach introductory and advanced fiction workshops and courses on literature, direct student theses in creative writing, and participate in running the reading series.