Position Title:

Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing) Department of Media, Design, and Communication

Job Description:

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, the School of Global and Cultural Studies at Marian University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English (Creative Writing) to join the Department of Media, Design and Communication. The ideal candidate will be able to teach first-year writing in the general education program, teach introductory and advanced creative writing courses, advise English majors, and guide student publications that support department-wide themes such as social justice activism, global and cultural competency, and community writing. Additionally, we are looking for a candidate eager to develop our undergraduate creative writing curriculum and contribute to various media production and development initiatives in the department (print, digital, social, visual, oral, etc.).

Area of specialization is open (poetry, fiction, nonfiction, playwriting, screenwriting, graphic novels, etc.), though the ability to teach multiple genres, traditions (particularly global approaches), and/or medias is desired. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience supporting and/or editing literary journals, have experience working in multi/interdisciplinary departments, and have demonstrated active engagement with diverse media production.

The successful candidate will support Marian University’s Catholic mission and identity by fostering student learning through innovative pedagogy, inclusive practices, and impactful research projects across the curriculum. The School of Global and Cultural Studies at Marian University is a collaborative and growing academic community committed to fostering student engagement, experiential learning, and market-ready graduates trained in the Liberal Arts. Marian University believes that recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty is essential for building an inclusive community. We therefore welcome and encourage applications across intersections of diverse races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, political perspectives, cultures, and national origins.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity in diversity, and integrating the Catholic Franciscan intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services.
• Teaching Load: 18 – 24 credits per academic year.
• Organize an annual visiting writers’ series.
• Maintain an active research and publishing agenda.
• Advise English majors and Creative Writing minors.
• Mentor student research, internships, and publications.
• Participate in department, school, and university-wide activities, projects, and recruitment programs.
• Participate in the life of the campus and university service, including participation in faculty governance and co-curricular programs.
• Contribute to a campus culture committed to professionalism, collegiality, and confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a university level, especially first-year and creative writing courses.
• Evidence of ability to work with diverse students in an interdisciplinary, collaborative, culturally sustaining, and inclusive academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and able to collaborate with colleagues throughout the university and in the community.
• Potential for ongoing research, publication, and activity in professional associations.
• Prior editorial experience with a literary or academic journal, including student-led publications, is strongly desired.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University.

Review of applications will begin October 19, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of intent, a current CV, a teaching philosophy, a diversity statement, complete course evaluations for at least two recently taught classes, three recommendation letters, and a 15-20 page portfolio of their creative work. For any questions, candidates may contact Dr. Rachel Linnea Brown, search committee and department chair, at rbrown@marian.edu.

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Posting Number:

P081F

Number of Vacancies:

1

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:
https://www.marian.edu/faith

Advertising Summary:

Founded in 1937 by the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, Indiana, Marian University is the only Catholic university in Indianapolis and central Indiana. In 2019, Marian served more than 2,400 undergraduate and 1,160 graduate students earning degrees in the arts, business, education, engineering, math, medicine, nursing, ministry, and the natural and physical sciences. The university’s high-impact, experiential curriculum is designed to provide hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities for students from 45 states and 23 nations. Marian climbed in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Midwest rankings, being named the #3 Most Innovative Regional University, #5 Best Value University, and #28 Best Regional University. Marian University opened its College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013, making it the first new school of medicine in the state of Indiana in 110 years. Marian’s national champion varsity athletic programs include the 2012 and 2015 NAIA Football National Championship, the 2016 and 2017 NAIA Women’s Basketball Championship, 2019 NAIA Volleyball National Championship, and more than 40 USA Cycling national championships.Marian University is a Catholic, comprehensive, regional institution of higher education dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions and offers a multitude of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Marian University has been experiencing significant growth over the last decade and is expanding its academic offerings in many areas. Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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