The City University of New York
Assistant Professor of English
The City University of New York, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
The Department of English at The City College of New York (CUNY) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in creative nonfiction, beginning Fall 2026. We seek an accomplished prose writer with a strong record of publication and evidence of effective teaching at the college level. Desirable areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the personal essay and memoir, cultural criticism, science and environment writing, and hybrid forms. Responsibilities
Teach workshops and craft classes at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including General Education courses, introductory creative writing courses, and advanced topics courses in creative nonfiction for undergraduate and graduate MFA students. Maintain an active agenda of publication and participate in student mentoring, departmental and college service activities in a large public university setting, and in the MFA Program. Collaborate with a team of creative writing colleagues as well as composition and literature colleagues in a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in Harlem. Qualifications
MFA or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. Preferred Qualifications
Publication record that includes at least one book of creative nonfiction from a recognized press, or equivalent literary production. Demonstrable experience teaching at the college or university level. Compensation
Salary Range: $82,663 - $94,909. Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication are provided as part of ongoing faculty professional development. Workload
The standard workload for this position is 18 credits per year (3/3 teaching load). How To Apply
Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position. If viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, click "Apply Now" on the bottom of the page and follow the instructions. External applicants should: Go to https://cuny.jobs/ Search for Job Opening ID number 31129 Click the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions. Applications, including the following, must be uploaded to the CUNYfirst job application website as a single PDF document: Cover letter (1-2 pages) discussing writing projects, teaching experience, and interest in the position Curriculum vitae A representative sample of published creative nonfiction (25 pages maximum) A statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) Names and contact information for three recommenders who may be asked to submit a letter in support of the application Closing Date
December 9, 2025 Equal Employment Opportunity
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 31129 Location: City College of New York
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The Department of English at The City College of New York (CUNY) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in creative nonfiction, beginning Fall 2026. We seek an accomplished prose writer with a strong record of publication and evidence of effective teaching at the college level. Desirable areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the personal essay and memoir, cultural criticism, science and environment writing, and hybrid forms. Responsibilities
Teach workshops and craft classes at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including General Education courses, introductory creative writing courses, and advanced topics courses in creative nonfiction for undergraduate and graduate MFA students. Maintain an active agenda of publication and participate in student mentoring, departmental and college service activities in a large public university setting, and in the MFA Program. Collaborate with a team of creative writing colleagues as well as composition and literature colleagues in a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in Harlem. Qualifications
MFA or Ph.D. in Creative Writing or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. Preferred Qualifications
Publication record that includes at least one book of creative nonfiction from a recognized press, or equivalent literary production. Demonstrable experience teaching at the college or university level. Compensation
Salary Range: $82,663 - $94,909. Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication are provided as part of ongoing faculty professional development. Workload
The standard workload for this position is 18 credits per year (3/3 teaching load). How To Apply
Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position. If viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, click "Apply Now" on the bottom of the page and follow the instructions. External applicants should: Go to https://cuny.jobs/ Search for Job Opening ID number 31129 Click the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions. Applications, including the following, must be uploaded to the CUNYfirst job application website as a single PDF document: Cover letter (1-2 pages) discussing writing projects, teaching experience, and interest in the position Curriculum vitae A representative sample of published creative nonfiction (25 pages maximum) A statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) Names and contact information for three recommenders who may be asked to submit a letter in support of the application Closing Date
December 9, 2025 Equal Employment Opportunity
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 31129 Location: City College of New York
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