Assistant Professor of Creative Writing - Department of English 26-11

Assistant Professor of Creative Writing - Department of English
26-11

Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement

Department: English

Faculty Hire Number: #26-11

Rank: Assistant Professor

Effective Date of Appointment: August 19, 2026 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)

Anticipated Salary Range: Up to $84,000 annually (Dependent upon qualifications)

The Department of English at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Creative Writing, with a specialization in narrative, at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of a thriving Creative Writing Option at both undergraduate and graduate levels; teach upper division and graduate courses in fiction, creative nonfiction, and other emerging prose forms; regularly teach a multi-genre GE introduction to creative writing that covers poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and drama; and continue to develop as an active artist and scholar.

Required Qualifications:

• M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or related field, with a specialization in narrative from an accredited institution, awarded by the time of campus visits.
• Evidence of effective in-person College or University-level teaching experience
• Evidence of published creative work and potential for continuing development as a writer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Creative Writing or related field preferred from an accredited institution
• Evidence of effective engagement OR potential to engage with a diverse student body
• Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students
• Experience creating a student-centered learning environment
• Experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring
• Experience teaching creative writing courses

Application Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on December 12, 2025, with priority given to applications received by that date, but the position will remain open until filled.