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California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) · 2 months ago

Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing and Latinx/e Literature (26/27)

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$90K/yr - $98K/yr

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Creative Writing and Latinx/e Literature. The role involves balancing teaching with an active program of research and professional development, alongside student supervision and advising.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Demonstrated university teaching experience

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required

Balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level

Qualification

Ph.D. in Creative WritingCreative Writing (Nonfiction)Latinx/e LiteratureUniversity teaching experienceWrittenOral English proficiencyStudent-centered learningDiverse populationsCollaborative work

Required

Ph.D. in Creative Writing, English, or related field required. If ABD, Ph.D. must be conferred before August 2026

Specialization in Creative Writing (Nonfiction) and Latinx/e Literature

Demonstrated university teaching experience

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required

Preferred

Secondary specialties in Afro-Latinx/e literature, Latinx/e avant-gardes/experimental writing, migration studies, border studies, hybrid forms, translingualism, documentary literature, or a secondary genre

Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching

Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings

Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment

Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities

Company

California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)

Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university, with approximately 17,500 undergraduate, 120 post-baccalaureate, and 900 graduate students.

Founded in 1901