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Creative Writing Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
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Creative Writing Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement | Posted Jan 8, 2026
Full‑time, Negotiable, Entry (0‑2 yrs)
Position Details Announcement Number: FAC‑VA‑26098
Contact: 406‑994‑3768 / english@montana.edu
Classification Title: Instructor
Working Title: Creative Writing Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Department: English, Division: College of Letters & Science, Appointment Type: Non‑Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Type: LOA; FTE varies; Salary dependent on number of courses taught.
Union Affiliation: May be a union position. (See Special Requirements below.)
General Statement Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis and will be maintained in the pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re‑submit materials for continued consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities Typically, instructors teach CRWR 240RA: Introduction to Creative Writing, CRWR 310: Intermediate Fiction Workshop, CRWR 311: Intermediate Poetry Workshop, OR CRWR 312: Intermediate Creative Nonfiction Workshop.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
A master’s degree in English or a closely‑related field.
Successful experience teaching college writing or literature courses.
Demonstrated commitment to the practice of creative writing.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
M.F.A. or Ph.D. in creative writing.
Experience teaching creative writing courses.
Record of publishing creative works.
The Successful Candidate Will
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching toward program‑wide student learning outcomes applicable to the courses they are assigned to teach.
Be willing to participate in faculty development activities.
Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Be willing and able to help students from all backgrounds succeed.
Position Special Requirements / Additional Information
Non‑Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU.
Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
About the Program Students in English are expected to become skilled readers and writers through the study of language and literature. The program encourages students in the pleasures of rigorous, thoughtful reading, writing, and thinking. Students will gain knowledge of literature from various cultures and eras, especially British and American literature, both canonical and emergent; demonstrate an understanding of critical approaches to the study of literature; and become aware of the relationship between culture and literary studies.
The College The College of Letters & Science is the largest center for learning, teaching and research at Montana State University, offering students an excellent liberal arts and sciences education in nearly 50 majors, 25 minors, and over 25 graduate degrees.
Posting Detail Information Number Of Vacancies: Multiple Positions Desired. Start Date: Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Position end date varies.
Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Determination FLSA Status: Exempt.
Applicant Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter addressing each of the Required and Preferred Qualifications
Optional Documents are available upon request.
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Full‑time, Negotiable, Entry (0‑2 yrs)
Position Details Announcement Number: FAC‑VA‑26098
Contact: 406‑994‑3768 / english@montana.edu
Classification Title: Instructor
Working Title: Creative Writing Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Department: English, Division: College of Letters & Science, Appointment Type: Non‑Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Type: LOA; FTE varies; Salary dependent on number of courses taught.
Union Affiliation: May be a union position. (See Special Requirements below.)
General Statement Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis and will be maintained in the pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re‑submit materials for continued consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities Typically, instructors teach CRWR 240RA: Introduction to Creative Writing, CRWR 310: Intermediate Fiction Workshop, CRWR 311: Intermediate Poetry Workshop, OR CRWR 312: Intermediate Creative Nonfiction Workshop.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
A master’s degree in English or a closely‑related field.
Successful experience teaching college writing or literature courses.
Demonstrated commitment to the practice of creative writing.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
M.F.A. or Ph.D. in creative writing.
Experience teaching creative writing courses.
Record of publishing creative works.
The Successful Candidate Will
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching toward program‑wide student learning outcomes applicable to the courses they are assigned to teach.
Be willing to participate in faculty development activities.
Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Be willing and able to help students from all backgrounds succeed.
Position Special Requirements / Additional Information
Non‑Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU.
Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
About the Program Students in English are expected to become skilled readers and writers through the study of language and literature. The program encourages students in the pleasures of rigorous, thoughtful reading, writing, and thinking. Students will gain knowledge of literature from various cultures and eras, especially British and American literature, both canonical and emergent; demonstrate an understanding of critical approaches to the study of literature; and become aware of the relationship between culture and literary studies.
The College The College of Letters & Science is the largest center for learning, teaching and research at Montana State University, offering students an excellent liberal arts and sciences education in nearly 50 majors, 25 minors, and over 25 graduate degrees.
Posting Detail Information Number Of Vacancies: Multiple Positions Desired. Start Date: Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Position end date varies.
Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Determination FLSA Status: Exempt.
Applicant Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter addressing each of the Required and Preferred Qualifications
Optional Documents are available upon request.
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