Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing)
- Employer
- Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Nov 1, 2024
View more categoriesView less categories
- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, English & Literature
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Job Title
Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing)
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
College Of Liberal Arts
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The English faculty at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professors of English specializing in Creative Writing beginning August 2025. We seek applicants with an emphasis in either Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction.
This year, TAMU-CC's College of Liberal Arts is making efforts to hire in support of cultural studies programming across different disciplines.
- One faculty line is in Creative Writing (fiction or creative
non-fiction) with a background in Black Studies. This line is part
of a Black Studies cluster hire in the College of Liberal Arts, and
the faculty member will have the opportunity to teach courses that
contribute to that program.
- One faculty line is in Creative Writing (fiction or creative
non-fiction) with a background in Mexican American Studies. This
line will be a joint appointment with the Mexican American Studies
program and will have the opportunity to teach courses that
contribute to that program (at least one course per year or
more).
Teaching expectations will include a 3/3 course load comprising upper-division courses in creative writing, first-year writing courses, and other courses in the candidate's specialization. Candidates will also have the opportunity to offer graduate courses and mentor students in the department's English MA program. Candidates should demonstrate experience in onsite and online course delivery. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate through their scholarship, teaching, and/or service that they can contribute to our university's mission as a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution.
Related Information
The Department of English at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers undergraduate English majors a choice in either a Writing or Literary Studies emphasis, minors in Creative Writing, Literary Studies, and Technical and Professional Writing, curricula for secondary English certification, and certificates in Writing for Non-Profits, Social Media, and TESOL. The English MA program provides an interdisciplinary educational experience by requiring advanced study in Writing Studies, Literary Studies, and Applied Linguistics.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and a university beach, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast.
Required qualifications
- MFA or PhD in Creative Writing or a closely related field, such
as English with a Creative Writing emphasis. Advanced ABT/ABD will
be considered; (degree must be conferred at the time of
appointment).
- Demonstrated teaching experience in Fiction or Creative
Non-Fiction as well as Black Studies or Mexican American
Studies.
- Demonstrated scholarly/creative activity in Fiction or Creative
Non-Fiction as well as Black Studies or Mexican American
Studies.
- Demonstrated teaching experience in First-Year writing
courses.
- Demonstrated evidence of an ability to teach in face-to-face
and online modalities.
Preferred qualifications
- Demonstrated evidence of culturally responsive pedagogy,
especially in the context of a regional university designated as a
Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution.
- Experience teaching and advising first-generation students and
historically underserved communities.
- Demonstrated evidence of editorial experience with a literary
journal or press.
Application Procedure
To APPLY: http://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers
All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position.
A completed application will include:
- a letter of interest addressing qualifications listed,
including publication agenda and teaching philosophy
- a current curriculum vitae
- copies of unofficial transcripts for graduate
coursework
- contact information for three references
Please address the application packet to the Search Committee. Please submit the complete application to the TAMU-CC system at http://hr.tamucc.edu/careers/index.html.
For full consideration, applications must be received by December 2, 2024.
Questions or concerns about the application package can be directed to the English Department chair, Dr. Christopher Andrews at christopher.andrews@tamucc.edu. Advancing candidates may be asked to provide additional material, such as a scholarly/creative statement and writing samples.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Assistant-Professor-of-English--Creative-Writing-_R-079002
jeid-1205177a4cf87e4db654875b5b4e2050
You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert