The Department of English at Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Instructor/ Artist-In-Residence in Creative Writing (Nonfiction), with experience in an additional genre—fiction, poetry, or hybrid—preferred. This opening is for the 2024-2025 academic year and is a temporary instructor, one-year appointment. The candidate would be expected to teach 9 credits per semester (3/3 course load), including creative writing courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels and other courses... more details
Artist-in-Residence
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Candidates must apply on-line and upload the following:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Professional References
Diversity Statement
Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA+, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans.
Optional Documents:
Three Letters of Recommendation
Other: Any additional evidence the candidate wishes to include, such as teaching effectiveness and student mentoring
Transcripts and letters of recommendation can be directed to: Search Committee, Department of English, Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Requisition Number
F745P
Job Position Title
Artist-in-Residence
Department
English
Immediate Supervisor Title
Chair
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
None
Union
FAMCO
Status
Full-time
Total Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week
Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year
44
Advertised Rate of Pay
Discussed during interview
Position Summary
The Department of English at Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Instructor/Artist-In-Residence in Creative Writing (Nonfiction), with experience in an additional genre—fiction, poetry, or hybrid—preferred. This opening is for the 2024-2025 academic year and is a temporary instructor, one-year appointment.
The candidate would be expected to teach 9 credits per semester (3/3 course load), including creative writing courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels and other courses in the major and general education program (e.g. literature); serve as a first or second reader for MA/MFA manuscripts; and deliver a public reading and offer a craft workshop as part of Monmouth’s Visiting Writers Series.
The Department of English offers a vibrant environment for its faculty and students. We have undergraduate concentrations in literature and creative writing, a three-year MA/MFA program in creative writing, and MA concentrations in literature, creative writing, and rhetoric. Faculty participate in campus events such as the Visiting Writers Series and work with members of the community on a wide range of creative and scholarly projects.
This is an in-person, on campus, non remote position.
For additional information about the English department, please visit: https://www.monmouth.edu/department-of-english/
Applications received on or before July 19 will receive fullest consideration; however, this position will remain open until filled.
Enrichment Statement
Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Candidates must apply on-line and upload the following:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Professional References
Diversity Statement
Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA+, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans.
Optional Documents:
Three Letters of Recommendation
Other: Any additional evidence the candidate wishes to include, such as teaching effectiveness and student mentoring
Transcripts and letters of recommendation can be directed to: Search Committee, Department of English, Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.
Required Skills or Software
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Required Years of Experience
Required Degree, Licenses or Certifications
Master's degree
Other Requirements
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or Literature
At least one book published by, or under contract with, a nationally-recognized press
Preferred Qualifications
College-level and/or graduate-level teaching experience is desired
Posting Date
07/03/2024
Closing Date
Job Duties
Job Duties
Duty
Teach 9 credits per semester (3/3 course load), including creative writing courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels and other courses in the major and general education program (e.g. literature);
Regular or Occasional
Regular
Duty
Serve as a first or second reader for MA/MFA manuscripts;
Regular or Occasional
Regular
Duty
Deliver a public reading and offer a craft workshop as part of Monmouth’s Visiting Writers Series.
Regular or Occasional
Occasional
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or Literature?
Yes
No
* Would you have at least one book published by, or under contract with, a nationally-recognized press?
Yes
No
* Do you have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills?
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