"Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Creative Nonfiction"

Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Creative Nonfiction

Susquehanna University

Job Type: Faculty - Full-Time Benefits Eligible

FLSA: Exempt

Hours per week: Variable

Number of months: 9

Location: Selinsgrove, PA

Closing Date: Continuous

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Job Summary

The Writers Institute at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position in Creative Writing, with a specialty in Creative Nonfiction, to start in August 2026.

Specific Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities include several levels of creative nonfiction writing workshops, as well as introductory literature or genre surveys, in Susquehanna University's undergraduate Creative Writing major. The standard teaching load is 3/3.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess either an MFA or a Ph.D. in Creative Writing. The successful candidate will have creative nonfiction publications in nationally reputable literary journals, excel as a teacher, and demonstrate an interest in building and maintaining literary community. Familiarity with liberal arts colleges preferred.

Additional Information for Applicant

The Writers Institute at Susquehanna University hosts the Seavey Reading Series, publishes multiple undergraduate magazines, and offers a supportive collegial environment. Our highly-engaged program is regularly ranked as one of the top-tier undergraduate creative writing majors in North America. www.susqu.edu/writers

By January 5, 2026, please submit online a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a 20-page sample of the applicant's creative writing, and three letters of recommendation online. In the cover letter, please briefly describe the applicant's teaching philosophy. Any inquiries should be sent to the search chair, Dr. Glen Retief, at retief@susqu.edu.

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship are welcome to apply if they are currently authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have current U.S. work authorization.