Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States
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21 days ago
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Villanova University
Assistant Professor of Poetry (Creative Writing)
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| Posting Number: | 20251276F |
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| Position Title: | Assistant Professor of Poetry (Creative Writing) |
| Position Type: | Faculty |
| Location: | Villanova, PA |
| Recruitment Type: | Internal/External Applicants |
| Work Schedule: | full-time/9-months |
| Department: | 135-English |
| Position Summary: | The Department of English at Villanova University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with a specialization in poetry. The appointment will begin in Fall 2026. We seek a practicing poet with an M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or English in hand by August 1, 2026 who can demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate level teaching. Villanova's Creative Writing Program is housed within a dynamic English Department committed to comprehensive approaches to literary study. The successful candidate will join an accomplished community of writers, scholars, and educators who value a wide range of voices and experiences. We welcome applicants who demonstrate commitment to inclusive teaching practices. Located twelve miles west of Philadelphia and an hour-and-a-half by train to New York City, Villanova offers access to two of the nation's vital literary and cultural hubs. The successful candidate should have an accomplished record of publication, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press, and an ongoing commitment to publication in their field. While we are open to candidates with a wide range of subfields, we would especially welcome expertise in African American or Middle Eastern studies, ecopoetics, playwriting, screenwriting, and/or new media. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. |
| Duties and Responsibilities: | Teaching responsibilities include a 3/2 course load, primarily within the undergraduate Creative Writing Program, with opportunities to teach literature courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional responsibilities include mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, helping to host the Villanova Literary Festival, and contributing to the creative and intellectual life of the department and university. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or English in hand by August 1, 2026 An accomplished record of publication, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press, and an ongoing commitment to publication in their field |
| Preferred Qualifications: | While we are open to candidates with a wide range of subfields, we would especially welcome expertise in African American or Middle Eastern studies, ecopoetics, playwriting, screenwriting, and/or new media. |
| Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: | |
| Special Message to Applicants: | All applicants must submit the following:
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| Posting Date: | 09/30/2025 |
| Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | |
| Salary Posting Information: | Competitive. |
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| Job Classification: | exempt |
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