"Assistant Professor, English"

Job Description

ROLE of the POSITION

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor, English [R0149472].

The Department of English is searching for a writer of Literary Nonfiction with an MFA or PhD and at least one published book of Literary Nonfiction. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position beginning in fall 2026. Duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate students in creative writing and forms course, as well as advising graduate students on thesis manuscripts and translation projects and serving on departmental committees.

The successful candidate’s writing and teaching will demonstrate the literary excellence and social engagement to which our program is committed, while helping to lead the Literary Nonfiction program of the M.F.A. and Ph.D.in English with creative dissertation.

Profile of English Department

The Department of English is committed to promoting literacy and the study of literary expression through effective teaching and mentoring; internationally recognized scholarly research and creative activity; community and professional engagement; and a dedication to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should consider the Creative Writing mission statement carefully while completing their applications: Here in Las Vegas, a world center of the hyperreal surrounded by the real of the Southwestern desert, we nurture writers committed to literary excellence. Writing for a sustainable planet requires a sustainable writing life; our fully funded program empowers students with one-on-one mentorship, global engagement through travel and translation, and the skills to navigate the publishing landscape. Cognizant that all language engages the circuits of power, our writers make a living art through the rhythms of language and resistance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must possess an M.F.A., Ph.D. in English with a concentration in Literary Nonfiction, or equivalent credential, from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and demonstrate a significant publication record with at least one book of Literary Nonfiction in print or in press by a nationally recognized publisher at the time of hire.

We will consider ABD candidates.

Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in literary translation

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a CV that includes references, a 5000-word writing sample (must be in PDF format), a cover letter, and a teaching philosophy that demonstrates an ability to teach to the multiethnic demographic that comprises the student body at UNLV.

References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on November 15, and best consideration will be given to materials submitted prior to that date.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number R0149472, in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu