"Lecturer in English/Creative Writing"

Department: English

Months per Year: 9 months

Position Summary:

The University of North Carolina Asheville Department of English invites applications for a Lecturer in English/Creative Writing to begin Fall 2026.

The Department of English at University of North Carolina at Asheville is seeking a full-time lecturer with a specialization in Creative Nonfiction. The candidate should hold either an MFA or a PhD in Creative Writing and have experience teaching Creative Writing in more than one genre, as well as First Year Writing. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, considering UNC Asheville's prioritizing of undergraduate education. Academic responsibilities include teaching undergraduate creative writing courses, First Year Writing, and occasional introductory and upper-level literature courses. The teaching load is three 4-hour courses per semester. This position offers a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal. We seek a colleague who is a pedagogical innovator, one who will help our students make connections between creative and scholarly writing. The successful candidate should also be committed to supporting and growing an outward-facing, community-engaged Creative Writing program. Lecturers will prioritize teaching a full load of 12 credit hours per semester, offer service to the department, and take advantage of professional development opportunities. Applications submitted by March 1 will receive full consideration.

Minimum Education/Experience/Skill:

A terminal degree in Creative Writing or a related field is required. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that he or she has the ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students; bring diverse and multidisciplinary perspectives into the classroom; and function professionally in a highly collaborative and increasingly diverse organization.

Applicants should submit the following electronically at https://jobs.unca.edu:

• Cover Letter addressing your interest in this position and why you are a fit for our institution, your teaching philosophy, and a description of your scholarly interests and the ways in which you engage or contribute to the evolution of your discipline.
• Curriculum Vitae
• References: Names and contact information for three references from whom we will request letters of reference to be sent separately; these references should address your written, verbal and interpersonal skills; ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students; and potential to develop and maintain a successful research program.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Gary Ettari, Chair, Department of English, gettari@unca.edu