Career Opportunities Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a detailed letter of application, C.V. emphasizing publications and relevant teaching experience, sample syllabi and a writing sample of no more than 15 pages. These documents should be uploaded
in the “Applicant Documents” section of the candidate’s application.Additionally, three confidential letters of reference are required [the required information input in the reference contact information section of your application will be utilized to send a system-derived email requesting a recommendation letter from each reference].Applications should be received by October 16, 2026; review will continue until the
position is filled. Questions about the position can be directed to Professor Caroline Breashears, Search Chair at cbreashears@stlawu.edu.All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check. Posting Details Position Information Position Title Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing FLSA Exempt Primary Responsibilities Creative writers
with significant publications and teaching experience are invited to apply for the position of Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing for the academic years 2027-2028 through 2028-2029. Publications and teaching experience in creative nonfiction and another genre are preferable. The individual hired will teach two genre-specific courses each semester at the beginning or advanced level and be an active
participant in the English Department. Departmental activities will include the following in each year of the appointment: giving a reading as part of the St. Lawrence University Writers Series, possibly serving as a reader on a senior honors thesis or directing a senior independent project, and leading occasional workshops for senior writing majors and/or giving a craft talk on writing. Evidence will be sought of a
proven record of innovative pedagogy in creative writing and an enthusiasm for teaching. The successful candidate will join a department with a curricular commitment to teaching the mutuality of the study of literature and the practice of creative expression.A fully furnished house is provided as part of the compensation package. Minimum Qualifications M.F.A. or Ph.D. with creative dissertation, at least two books
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