Rice University · 1 day ago
Post-MFA Fellow
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$70K/yr - $70K/yrRice University is a prestigious institution located in Houston, Texas, and is seeking a Post-MFA Fellow in Creative Writing. The successful candidate will conduct research related to the Sawyer Seminar, mentor students, and develop creative projects that align with the seminar's theme.
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Responsibilities
Participating in meetings and activities related to the Sawyer Seminar, including planning meetings, lectures, and other events
Conducting research related to the Sawyer Seminar, including leading research groups
Mentoring, overseeing, and/or training junior research team members (graduate and undergraduate students)
Supporting project management
Developing creative projects related to the Seminar
Participating and presenting own research in the HRC’s “Fellows Fridays,” an interdisciplinary working group with other emerging and established scholars
Participating in HRC programming
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
MFA or PhD in Creative Writing in hand by June 30, 2026
Received MFA or PhD no earlier than January 1, 2021
Proven track record in creative and public writing
Experience and enthusiasm regarding collaborative research and teaching at the undergraduate level
Excellent communication and time-management skills
Company
Rice University
Rice University is a private research university that focuses on providing undergraduate education services.
Founded in 1912
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.9MKey Investors
National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUS Department of Energy
2024-09-19Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $18M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Medlock
James A Baker III and Susan G Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics
Kyle Judah
Executive Director, Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Lilie)
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