Professor of Creative Writing (Fiction)

The Department of English at The University of Texas at Austin, in conjunction with the New Writers Project and the Michener Center for Writers, seeks to hire a tenured fiction writer with a distinguished publishing record at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Job duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, directing honors theses and MFA reports, mentoring talented student writers, providing service to the department, college, the New Writers Project, the Michener Center, and the university, and maintaining a high level of publishing productivity. We seek candidates with a record meriting a Professorship or Distinguished Chair in Creative Writing (Fiction). The position begins Fall of the 2026-27 academic year.

An MFA, PhD degree or equivalent, as determined through demonstration of an outstanding publishing career, is required. A minimum of two published books of fiction and substantial teaching experience are required. Preferred qualifications include a substantial and high-quality publication record, a national reputation, and an excellent teaching record.

Applicants must upload a letter of interest (1-2 pages), CV, names and contact details for three references, teaching statement (1 page), and two published books of fiction. Additional materials may be requested after initial review of applications.

The committee will begin reviewing applications on November 10, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position funding is subject to budget availability.

For further information, please contact:
Oscar Casares, Chair of Search Committee
oscar.casares@austin.utexas.edu

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.