CRWROPPS Post: fiction position: Bryant University

Full-time

Bryant University

Assistant Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction)

Full-Time

 

Position Summary

The Department of English and Cultural Studies at Bryant University seeks a Creative Writer with a specialty in fiction and an additional writing discipline for appointment as a tenure-track Assistant Professor. The position begins August 2020. This position offers a competitive salary with full benefits.

 

Bryant University is a selective, four year, residential university that has academic programs that are distinguished by an integration of the arts and sciences with business. Our innovative academic programs are attuned to the needs of industry and society. We have 3,459 undergraduate students who hail from 36 states and over 50 countries. We also have 211 full- and part-time graduate students. Bryant is located in Smithfield, RI, and is 15 minutes northwest of Providence, RI, and one hour south of Boston, MA.

 

Principal Accountabilities

The Assistant Professor of Creative Writing will have a standard course load of three courses per semester, including an introduction to college writing course or introduction to literary studies course, as well as upper-level writing workshops. Participation in the production of the Bryant Literary Review, Bryant's nationally recognized annual literary journal, is expected. This position will play a leadership role in curriculum development in writing and creative writing programs. In addition, the appointment will include contributing to student growth and development through active involvement in student related activities (e.g., research mentorship, event planning, departmental advising). Service to the department and the university is also required.

 

Qualifications

Terminal degree in field with a Ph.D. preferred. Specialty in fiction with the ability to teach in another writing discipline, such as screenwriting, creative nonfiction, drama, etc. Candidate should demonstrate an ability to both critically and creatively engage with texts. Strong record of publication in creative field. Evidence of experience in innovative teaching. Connections to local and regional arts communities are a plus. Candidates with specializations in one or more of the following areas especially encouraged to apply: environmental humanities, gender and sexuality studies, ethnic/critical race studies, cultural studies.

 

Certain requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities.

 

Applicant Special Instructions

Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a 15-25 page sample of creative work, and a statement of teaching philosophy. In addition, applicants must submit the names and email addresses of three professional references. At least one reference should be able to speak to the applicant's teaching effectiveness. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2019.

 

Women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, and other individuals from under-represented groups within the profession are encouraged to apply. Bryant University recognizes that its position as a leader in higher education is greatly determined both by the diversity of its campus community and its intellectual endeavors. Its commitment to link academic and social diversity for the benefit of the learning and living environment reflects its belief that excellence and diversity are mutually reinforcing objectives. Learn more about our ongoing commitment to building a community of inclusive excellence.

 

Inquiries may be addressed to Prof. Terri Hasseler at thassele@bryant.edu.

 

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Writing Sample

 

Optional Documents

1. Other Document

 

Interested applicants must apply online at https://employment.bryant.edu/postings/2266