Job Opening: Assistant Professor of Creative Nonfiction Writing

Queens College, City University of New York
English, 65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing New York 11367

Assistant Professor of Creative Nonfiction Writing

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The Department of English at Queens College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Creative Nonfiction Writing. MFA, or PhD in Creative Writing, English or a related field. Also required are a record or clear promise of publication, a record of strong teaching, and a demonstrated commitment to departmental and institutional service. All candidates with publication and teaching expertise in creative nonfiction writing will be considered, but we are especially interested in applications from scholars with experience teaching in an MFA program and with a broad range of publication across the genres of nonfiction writing.

Queens College is an urban school with a faculty and student body that reflects the diversity of New York City. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

CUNY requires that applicants apply online. Upload a cover letter describing related qualifications and experience, CV, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references at www.cuny.edu: click “Employment,” then “Search job listings,” then “More options to search for CUNY jobs,” then search by Job Opening ID Number (17394), click on “Apply Now” and follow the instructions.

It is essential that candidates submit the requested items to CUNYFirst for a valid application.

In addition, applicants must also submit a full dossier including cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to Glenn Burger, Chair: by email to englishadmin@qc.cuny.edu. Include “Asst. Prof. Nonfiction Position” in the subject line.