Assistant Professor of English-Creative Writing
Assistant Professor of English-Creative Writing
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$ 64066 - 186015
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Working Title:
Assistant Professor of EnglishCreative WritingInstitution:
Winona State UniversityClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
209: Inter Faculty OrganizationCity:
WinonaFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
$64066.00 $186015.00Job Description
- Teach creative writing courses in multiple genres as well as composition and literature courses.
- Instruct courses in varied locations at varied times and via various media commensurate with department and university needs which includes physical presence on campus.
- Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
- Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
- Contribute tostudent growth and development including student advising.
- Provide service to the university and community including the program the department the college the university and the greater community.
- Support Winona State Universitys mission to enhance the intellectual social cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
Minimum Qualifications
- MFA in Creative Writing or related field with focus on fiction and/or poetry.
- College teaching experience
Preferred Qualification
- PhD in English Creative Writing or closely related field.
- Substantive experience concentrated coursework and/or demonstrated expertise in creative writing with a strong preference for experience in multiple genres.
- Experience with and commitment to community engagement such as coordinating and hosting literary reading series on campus.
- Experience/coursework/demonstrated expertise in literature and composition.
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in creative writing courses.
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in composition.
- Strong writing skills as reflected in teaching materials and other application materials.
- Scholarly/creative achievement in area of specialization.
- Evidence of professional activities and service.
- Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
Salary Range: $64066 $186015; commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Other Requirements
A complete online application will include the following:
- A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
- Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
- A list of professional references with contact information
- At least three 3 letters of reference.Please advise persons providing letters of reference of Minnesotas open record law which can make such letters available to applicants upon request.Letters can be sent to
Posting Information:
Application Deadline: Review begins April 21 2025
Appointment Date: August 2025
Primary Location: Winona Minnesota
Type of Appointment: Probationary/TenureTrack
Telework (Yes/No) No
About Winona State University
Founded in 1858 Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River meaning rock climbing paddleboarding hiking and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSUs Rochester campus is located in Minnesotas third largest city a dynamic hub for industry arts and culture and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State Universitys mission is to enhance the intellectual social cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information visit winona.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles $250 $1500 a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pretax medical and dental expense (with rollover option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and wellbeing of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
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Posting Contact Name:
Robin M DelongPosting Contact Email:
Employment Type
Full-Time
