The Department of Literature at Claremont McKenna College (CMC) invites applications for a tenure-track position, at the assistant or associate professor level for a novelist or short story writer, with at least one published book. A secondary interest in creative nonfiction is welcome. The position will begin on July 1, 2025.

The successful applicant will teach undergraduate fiction workshops and seminars in addition to the first-year writing seminar. The teaching load is two courses per semester. The candidate must have a strong record of publication and the highest standards of excellence in teaching. Also, an interest in program development and leadership of the creative writing program are required.

Anticipated annual salary range:

$90,000 - $125,000

Given the Colleges commitment to cultivating an inclusive educational environment, we seek candidates who are eager to teach, mentor, and inspire students representing a broad range of socioeconomic backgrounds, political opinions, genders, races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, and religions. Moreover, as part of its commitment to The Open Academy, the College values freedom of expression, viewpoint diversity, and constructive dialogue.

Applications should include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; artistic statement; teaching statement that addresses the candidates ability to teach, mentor, and inspire students representing a broad range of backgrounds; evidence of teaching effectiveness; and a writing sample. Applicants must also submit names and email addresses of three referees; an email will be automatically sent to them with a link to upload their confidential recommendation letter.

Complete applications, including letters of recommendation, will be reviewed beginning September 30, 2024. Review of complete applications will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews may/will be conducted via Zoom.

Claremont McKenna College is a highly selective undergraduate institution ranked among the top liberal arts colleges nationally. It is part of The Claremont Colleges, which also include Pomona College, Scripps College, Harvey Mudd College, Pitzer College, Claremont Graduate University, and Keck Graduate Institute. The Claremont Colleges consortium constitutes an academic community of more than 9,000 students. Claremont is located 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.

Claremont McKenna College is an equal opportunity employer. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the College actively encourages applications from members of historically under-represented groups in higher education.