Posting Details
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Creative Writing
Location: Syracuse, NY
Campus: Syracuse, NY
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
$85,000 - $100,000
Pay Determination
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Determined by the department chair.
Job Type
Full-time
Rank
Assistant
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Department of English at Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track position for an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction) in our nationally renowned MFA Creative Writing program beginning in the Fall of 2027. Graduate and undergraduate teaching of creative writing workshops and literary seminars courses at the college level is preferred, but commensurate experience in the field will be considered.
Qualifications
MFA or terminal degree required.
Job Specific Qualifications
A strong publication record (including at least one novel or short-story collection in print from a nationally recognized press and significant recognition in the form of fellowships, awards or nominations) is required. We seek a writer with a commitment to excellence in teaching who will participate fully in the MFA program’s vibrant literary community. Graduate and undergraduate teaching of creative writing workshops and literary seminars courses at the college level is preferred, but commensurate experience in the field will be considered.
Responsibilities
The position entails teaching two courses a semester, which may include graduate-level workshops and craft courses, as well as advanced creative writing courses for our undergraduate majors. The teaching load is a 2/2 for the academic year. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in effective, student-centered teaching practices and have a demonstrated record of strong, supportive teaching, as well as experience guiding students with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a cover letter, CV, a brief writing sample (up to 20 pages, uploaded as one PDF), a list of references, a teaching statement, and a personal statement (under the “other” section). An example syllabus will be requested at a later date in the process.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
Job Posting Date: 09/19/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Priority Consideration: 11/15/2026
Job Category: Faculty
