NC State University
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom.Posting InformationPosting NumberPosting Number
PG193430EPInternal RecruitmentInternal Recruitment
NoWorking TitleWorking Title
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)Anticipated Hiring RangeAnticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with experience and credentialsWork ScheduleWork Schedule
Varies according to needJob LocationDepartmentAbout the DepartmentThe largest among 10 departments in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, English offers a range of undergraduate majors and concentrations, minors, three masters programs (MA,
MFA , and
MSTC ), as well as one joint PhD in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media ( CRDM ). We also offer many courses of interest to the University community as a whole, and we work with other units across campus — such as World Languages and Cultures, Africana Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Communication, and the College of Education — to furnish multidisciplinary opportunities for NC State students. Located in the Research Triangle Area in Raleigh, North Carolina, the English department consists of a large, diverse faculty, staff, and student body that prepares graduates for a variety of careers.The English Department at NC State University is seeking applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (poetry focus). The applicant hired for this position will contribute to our nationally-recognized
MFA
program in creative writing as well as to our popular, growing creative writing concentration in the English major. Courses that will be taught by this hire include Intermediate and Advanced Poetry Writing, Studies in Poetry, the graduate Workshop in Poetry, and
ENG
590, a craft seminar offered to graduate
MFA
and MA students.The new hire will also develop and maintain relationships with writers who contribute to our visiting writers program; will attract and recruit candidates into our
MFA
program; will direct poetry theses and serve on thesis committees; will mentor
MFA
students in writing and teaching; and will teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate levels.Other ResponsibilitiesOther duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum Education and ExperiencePh.D. in English, or
MFA
in Creative Writing, or equivalent degree in a related field.Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will have a strong publication record and literary reputation, including at least one published book, and successful university teaching experience.Preferred Qualifications
Additional publications or teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas would be a plus: creative nonfiction, African American literature, Latinx literature, Native American literature, Asian American literature, environmental writing, and/or hybrid literature and writing.An
MFA
in creative writing is preferred.Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/AValid NC Driver's License requiredValid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License requiredCommercial Driver's License required
NoRecruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open DateJob Open Date
05/31/2024Anticipated Close DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom.Position NumberPosition Number
00100601Position TypeFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0AppointmentAppointment
9 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency EventsMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment IDAA/EEONC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu
.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU websiteCraigslistIndeed.comCarolina Job Finder/Employment GuideNC WorksDress for SuccessTechnical/Trade School ProgramJob Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)OtherMonster.comOther online job boardNCSU employee referralSocial Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Curriculum VitaeCover LetterShort Writing SampleContact Information for ReferencesOptional DocumentsNC STATE UNIVERSITYRALEIGH, NC 27695PHONE: (919) 515-2011
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom.Posting InformationPosting NumberPosting Number
PG193430EPInternal RecruitmentInternal Recruitment
NoWorking TitleWorking Title
Assistant Professor of English in Creative Writing (Poetry)Anticipated Hiring RangeAnticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with experience and credentialsWork ScheduleWork Schedule
Varies according to needJob LocationDepartmentAbout the DepartmentThe largest among 10 departments in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, English offers a range of undergraduate majors and concentrations, minors, three masters programs (MA,
MFA , and
MSTC ), as well as one joint PhD in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media ( CRDM ). We also offer many courses of interest to the University community as a whole, and we work with other units across campus — such as World Languages and Cultures, Africana Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Communication, and the College of Education — to furnish multidisciplinary opportunities for NC State students. Located in the Research Triangle Area in Raleigh, North Carolina, the English department consists of a large, diverse faculty, staff, and student body that prepares graduates for a variety of careers.The English Department at NC State University is seeking applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (poetry focus). The applicant hired for this position will contribute to our nationally-recognized
MFA
program in creative writing as well as to our popular, growing creative writing concentration in the English major. Courses that will be taught by this hire include Intermediate and Advanced Poetry Writing, Studies in Poetry, the graduate Workshop in Poetry, and
ENG
590, a craft seminar offered to graduate
MFA
and MA students.The new hire will also develop and maintain relationships with writers who contribute to our visiting writers program; will attract and recruit candidates into our
MFA
program; will direct poetry theses and serve on thesis committees; will mentor
MFA
students in writing and teaching; and will teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate levels.Other ResponsibilitiesOther duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum Education and ExperiencePh.D. in English, or
MFA
in Creative Writing, or equivalent degree in a related field.Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will have a strong publication record and literary reputation, including at least one published book, and successful university teaching experience.Preferred Qualifications
Additional publications or teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas would be a plus: creative nonfiction, African American literature, Latinx literature, Native American literature, Asian American literature, environmental writing, and/or hybrid literature and writing.An
MFA
in creative writing is preferred.Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/AValid NC Driver's License requiredValid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License requiredCommercial Driver's License required
NoRecruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open DateJob Open Date
05/31/2024Anticipated Close DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, a writing sample of 10 pages, and contact information for 3 professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom.Position NumberPosition Number
00100601Position TypeFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0AppointmentAppointment
9 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency EventsMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment IDAA/EEONC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu
.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU websiteCraigslistIndeed.comCarolina Job Finder/Employment GuideNC WorksDress for SuccessTechnical/Trade School ProgramJob Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)OtherMonster.comOther online job boardNCSU employee referralSocial Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Curriculum VitaeCover LetterShort Writing SampleContact Information for ReferencesOptional DocumentsNC STATE UNIVERSITYRALEIGH, NC 27695PHONE: (919) 515-2011
#J-18808-Ljbffr