Binghamton University, State University of New York
Assistant Professor of Poetry
Binghamton University, State University of New York, Binghamton, New York, United States
Job Details
Category: Faculty
Department: Department of English, Harpur College
Locations: Binghamton, NY
Posted: Sep 15, 2025
Closes: Open Until Filled
Type: Full-time
Ref. No.: 4692
Position ID: 192862
Overview Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the SUNY system. Our mission emphasizes excellence in education, research, and civic engagement within a diverse, inclusive community. We seek to hire a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Poetry to join the Creative Writing Program in the English Department, starting September 1, 2026.
Job Description The Department of English seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Poetry. Competitive candidates will have significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press, successful teaching experience, and an MFA or PhD by August 16, 2026. The ability to teach in other genres is welcome.
The successful candidate will typically teach a 2/2 load of undergraduate and graduate courses, including poetry workshops at all levels and other courses of their own design. They will also mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including supervising graduate field exams, theses, and dissertations. The hire will contribute to the Creative Writing Program, the English Department, and university life through service, including leadership roles, committee participation, student mentorship, and program development.
We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities, and who are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment and supporting the diverse student population served by Binghamton University and the SUNY system.
Responsibilities The typical teaching responsibilities include maintaining a 2/2 load, teaching poetry workshops at various levels, and developing courses. The faculty member will mentor students and participate in program development and governance within the Creative Writing Program and the English Department.
Requirements Required Qualifications:
MFA in Creative Writing or a PhD in English (or a closely related discipline) by August 16, 2026
Significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press
Teaching experience in creative writing or literature at the college level
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to teach in additional genres
Engagement with the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities
Demonstrable commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment
Additional Information Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the following Request Form.
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception. As required by Title IX, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex in educational programs and activities, including employment and admission.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no state entity may ask for current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment with compensation is extended.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Application Instructions All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=192862
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025 and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Cover letter
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Name and contact information for three professional references
A poetry sample of approximately 20 pages
Initial interviews will be conducted by Zoom. Books, letters of reference, and sample syllabi will be requested later in the search process.
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Overview Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the SUNY system. Our mission emphasizes excellence in education, research, and civic engagement within a diverse, inclusive community. We seek to hire a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Poetry to join the Creative Writing Program in the English Department, starting September 1, 2026.
Job Description The Department of English seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Poetry. Competitive candidates will have significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press, successful teaching experience, and an MFA or PhD by August 16, 2026. The ability to teach in other genres is welcome.
The successful candidate will typically teach a 2/2 load of undergraduate and graduate courses, including poetry workshops at all levels and other courses of their own design. They will also mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including supervising graduate field exams, theses, and dissertations. The hire will contribute to the Creative Writing Program, the English Department, and university life through service, including leadership roles, committee participation, student mentorship, and program development.
We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities, and who are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment and supporting the diverse student population served by Binghamton University and the SUNY system.
Responsibilities The typical teaching responsibilities include maintaining a 2/2 load, teaching poetry workshops at various levels, and developing courses. The faculty member will mentor students and participate in program development and governance within the Creative Writing Program and the English Department.
Requirements Required Qualifications:
MFA in Creative Writing or a PhD in English (or a closely related discipline) by August 16, 2026
Significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press
Teaching experience in creative writing or literature at the college level
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to teach in additional genres
Engagement with the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities
Demonstrable commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment
Additional Information Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the following Request Form.
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception. As required by Title IX, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex in educational programs and activities, including employment and admission.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no state entity may ask for current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment with compensation is extended.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Application Instructions All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=192862
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025 and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Cover letter
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Name and contact information for three professional references
A poetry sample of approximately 20 pages
Initial interviews will be conducted by Zoom. Books, letters of reference, and sample syllabi will be requested later in the search process.
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