Assistant Professor of English, Creative Writing (Fiction)

Posting Number:

494062

Type of Position:

Full-time

Location:

Poughkeepsie, NY

Categories:

Faculty, School of Liberal Arts (Full-Time Faculty Only)

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of English, Creative Writing (Fiction)

Department/School:

English Department/School of Liberal Arts Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $80,000

Job Summary:

The English Department at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position in Creative Writing (Fiction) beginning Fall 2027. A willingness to work with undergraduate majors, minors, and non-majors from across campus is central to this position. We encourage applications from broadly trained candidates who can teach introductory writing courses such as Writing for College and Intro to Creative Writing, as well as advanced undergraduate courses that can complement and expand our existing offerings. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring secondary teaching specializations such as Short Story, Memoir, Multi-Cultural Writing, or Creative Non-Fiction. Publishing industry experience as an editor or writer is preferred. This position requires the ability and willingness to teach classes broadly across the discipline, mentor student projects and organizations, and collaborate with campus partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing or English in hand before the start date of the appointment along with evidence of continued creative publications. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level is required. Candidates must have an on-going record of creative publications.

Essential Functions:

The teaching load will be 3-4, but faculty who achieve and maintain an outstanding record of scholarship may be eligible for a 3-3 teaching load. In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, faculty participate regularly in service activities for our students, Marist University, and the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in hand.

Required Application Documents:

CV, Cover Letter which addresses the applicant's teaching philosophy and approach to working with undergraduates, and Contact Information of three Professional References. The review of applications will begin on October 31st, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package•. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following: Unlimited paid sick time. 14+ paid holidays per year. Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD). Life insurance. Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation. 403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University. 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity - Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.

Tuition Benefits:

Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. •Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may at the discretion of the University. About the

Department/School:

The English Department includes 18 faculty members and offers a BA in English with Concentrations in Writing, Literature, and Theatre and Minors in Professional Writing, Creative Writing, Literature, and Theatre. The department contributes substantially to our First Year Seminar program, as well as our interdisciplinary programs including Africana Studies, American Studies, Global Studies, Latin American & Caribbean Studies, Asian Studies, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. The English Department is housed in the School of Liberal Arts, which includes departments in Political Science, History, World Languages & Cultures, and Philosophy & Religious Studies. The English Department and the School of Liberal Arts are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time) Months per

Year:

9

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, and other activities as needed. Flexible work schedule, course schedule varies each semester.

Location:

Marist University Main Campus Number of Position Openings:

1