Visiting Fiction Writing Professor - Workshops & Theses

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

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.