University of Central Florida
Assistant Professor, Creative Writing
University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
The Opportunity
The College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for 3 tenure-earning, 9-month, assistant professors to teach Creative Writing (CRW) courses in the English Department. Two of these positions are in fiction and 1 is in poetry. These positions will be located on the UCF main campus with an anticipated start date in August 2026.
Creative Writing faculty are expected to publish regularly in their field; teach a 2/3 course load in our undergraduate CRW major (online and in-person) and/or our graduate MFA program based on our current workload policy; direct MFA thesis projects and serve on thesis committees; mentor and advise CRW students; and provide service to the department, university, and community.
Minimum Qualifications
An MFA, doctoral, or other terminal degree in English, Creative Writing, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is required by the time of appointment.
A demonstrated record of achievement in publishing creative writing, teaching creative writing, and service.
A significant record of publication in top-tier journals or by established publishers in their specialty genre(s).
Preferred Qualifications
Secondary publication and teaching record in nonfiction (memoir, personal essay, etc.) for at least 1 of these positions.
Experience teaching in multiple and hybrid genres and/or editing/publishing.
Experience teaching students from various backgrounds.
Additional Application Materials Required UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following:
A curriculum vitae.
A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, such as research agenda and teaching experience/interest. The letter should also specify which position the candidate is applying for (fiction or poetry) as well as addressing the candidate's ability to serve a student body at a large, public university that is also a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).
A writing sample (20 pages double-spaced maximum).
A teaching philosophy statement (1-2 pages).
A syllabus for a creative writing course taught and/or designed.
NOTE Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Special Instructions to the Applicants The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
Review of applications will begin on 12/01/2025.
Job Close Date Open until filled.
Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
Retirement savings options.
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
Education assistance.
Flexible work environment.
And more... For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
Department College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) - English
Work Schedule Varies
Type of Appointment Regular
Expected Salary Negotiable
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.
For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Rochelle Hurt, search committee chair at rochelle.hurt@ucf.edu.
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Creative Writing faculty are expected to publish regularly in their field; teach a 2/3 course load in our undergraduate CRW major (online and in-person) and/or our graduate MFA program based on our current workload policy; direct MFA thesis projects and serve on thesis committees; mentor and advise CRW students; and provide service to the department, university, and community.
Minimum Qualifications
An MFA, doctoral, or other terminal degree in English, Creative Writing, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is required by the time of appointment.
A demonstrated record of achievement in publishing creative writing, teaching creative writing, and service.
A significant record of publication in top-tier journals or by established publishers in their specialty genre(s).
Preferred Qualifications
Secondary publication and teaching record in nonfiction (memoir, personal essay, etc.) for at least 1 of these positions.
Experience teaching in multiple and hybrid genres and/or editing/publishing.
Experience teaching students from various backgrounds.
Additional Application Materials Required UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following:
A curriculum vitae.
A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, such as research agenda and teaching experience/interest. The letter should also specify which position the candidate is applying for (fiction or poetry) as well as addressing the candidate's ability to serve a student body at a large, public university that is also a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).
A writing sample (20 pages double-spaced maximum).
A teaching philosophy statement (1-2 pages).
A syllabus for a creative writing course taught and/or designed.
NOTE Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Special Instructions to the Applicants The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
Review of applications will begin on 12/01/2025.
Job Close Date Open until filled.
Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
Retirement savings options.
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
Education assistance.
Flexible work environment.
And more... For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
Department College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) - English
Work Schedule Varies
Type of Appointment Regular
Expected Salary Negotiable
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.
For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Rochelle Hurt, search committee chair at rochelle.hurt@ucf.edu.
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