"Assistant Professor in Screenwriting and Adaptation (2-year Limited Term Appointment)"

The Department of English and Film Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a two-year Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Screenwriting and Adaptation beginning July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval.

Anticipated Salary Range: $90K to $110K. Actual salary to be commensurate with experience.

The successful candidate will have expertise and publications in Screenwriting, Intermedial Adaptation, and/or Creative Writing, with a PhD in Film Studies, English, Creative Writing (or related field). University teaching experience is required.

We are seeking a writer with an active record of publications and teaching experience who operates at the intersections of filmic and literary studies, and can contribute to our department’s thriving undergraduate programs. The successful candidate will be expected to teach five one-term courses per year, to maintain a robust research agenda, and to engage in academic service. The Department currently offers a variety of courses in screenwriting, literary and film adaptation, creative writing, graphic novels, and popular culture. We would also encourage the candidate to develop new courses or special topics to complement departmental strengths. The department’s MA and PhD programs offer additional teaching opportunities for candidates with PhDs.

Aligned with Laurier’s Action Plan for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Indigeneity, the Department of English and Film Studies is strongly committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in our hiring process and consideration of candidates with lived experience. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from diverse and equity-deserving groups to apply.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and a dossier that may include creative work and summaries of course evaluations and course outlines. Applicants should also provide contact information for three referees. Application materials should be addressed to:

Dr. Markus Poetzsch, Chair
Department of English and Film Studies

Electronic submission of applications will be accepted until Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:59pm.