CRWROPPS Post: one year, Creative Nonfiction, Warren Wilson

Visiting Faculty, Creative Writing, Creative Nonfiction

Institution:
Location:
Asheville, NC
Category:
Faculty - Liberal Arts - English and Literature
Posted:
04/17/2021
Type:
Full-Time

The creative writing department of Warren Wilson College seeks a one-year visiting faculty member in creative nonfiction, with a start date of August 2021. The ideal candidate will have a second specialization in poetry, as well as experience with literary magazines. This is a full-time, ten month visiting position from August 2021 through May 2022 with a 3-3 load. Faculty in this position will teach introductory and advanced courses in creative nonfiction (and possibly poetry) that seek to expose students to the breadth of the genre, to a diverse group of writers and styles of texts, and to key issues and critiques in the field.

Minimum Qualifications

  • M.F.A. in English/Creative Writing and/or Ph.D. in English/Creative Writing (in hand by August 2021, ABD acceptable)
  • Relevant publications in creative nonfiction
  • At least one year's experience teaching undergraduates
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Secondary specialization in poetry
  • Experience with literary magazine editing and production
  • Demonstrated interest in anti-racist and accessible pedagogy in creative writing

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Electronic submission is required. Candidates who apply by May 7, 2021 will be given first consideration.

Warren Wilson College is an independent liberal arts college located on a beautiful 1135-acre campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the edge of Asheville, North Carolina. The college's educational model integrates academics, campus work, and community engagement for a rich, challenging student experience. Current campus-wide initiatives emphasize diversity and social identity, sustainability, deliberative dialogue, and interdisciplinary teaching. We seek individuals with a genuine interest in our unique approach to education, and a willingness to participate in the life of the college.

Warren Wilson College is committed to a culture of educational access and ensuring that students and employees from a diverse range of identities and experiences will thrive in this community. Warren Wilson College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Contact:
Human Resources
Warren Wilson College

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