Assistant Professor, English

The University of Montana, Department of English, within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of fiction to begin August 2027. The department is seeking a writer and educator with a distinguished record in fiction writing and college-level teaching to be a part of their creative writing program.

Responsibilities

Teach four course per year at the graduate and undergraduate levels Supervise graduate theses Advise and mentor students Publish creative work Serve on university committees About the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and Department of English College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department of English Creative Writing Program About the University of Montana UM is the fastest growing flagship university in Montana with over 11,000 students and is a national leader in access, especially for first-generation and low-income students.

Our mission is inclusive prosperity and to transform lives by providing a high-quality and accessible education and by generating world-class research and creative scholarship in an exceptional place. We integrate the liberal arts and sciences into undergraduate, graduate and professional studies to shape global citizens who are creative and agile learners committed to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and to building and sustaining diverse communities.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

About Missoula and Montana Destination Missoula Visit Montana Position Details Tenurable Faculty: Department of English Title: Assistant Professor Schedule: Full time, academic year position Salary: $65,000- $75,000 (salary depends on qualifications and experience) Benefits: Medical Insurance, Mandatory Retirement Contribution, Professional Development, Partial Tuition Waiver, Wellness Program Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service.

Teaching responsibilities may include a combination of required, and elective courses

An MFA or PhD degree in creative writing At least one book-length work of fiction published by a reputable literary press Significant publications in literary journals and magazines Evidence of successful teaching at the college level Demonstrated commitment to collegiality

Priority Application Date: November 15, 2026 09:59pm mountain time Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. Required Application Materials: Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications and experience Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) Three (3) professional references: names and contact information