Part-Time Assistant Professor, Professional Creative Writing
This position is no longer open.
School of Arts and Sciences

Department: English

Campus: Beirut
Date: Spring/Fall/Summer
Duration of position: One semester and may be renewed on a semester by semester basis.
Position Summary
The Department of English in the School of Arts and Sciences at the Lebanese American University (LAU) invites applicants for a part time position at the Assistant Professor rank. The department is interested in applicants with expertise in professional creative writing.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ph.D. or M.F.A in professional Creative Writing from a recognized university
- Relevant university teaching experience
- Professional experience as a writer is preferred
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate courses such as travel writing, poetry, fiction and playwriting; as well as writing for institutions, speech writing, and grant writing
- Teach courses for students pursuing professional careers
The Department:
The Department of English consists of 32 full-time faculty and a number of part-time faculty. The Department of is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, and is committed to student-centerdness and to serving the community.
The University:
The Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York. Information about the University can be found at http://www.lau.edu.lb.
Application requirements:
Prospective candidates should apply electronically by sending a letter of intent outlining their teaching and/or professional experience, a CV, and a writing sample. The CV should include the names and emails of three references. The application should be sent by email to Dr. Kristiaan Aercke, Chair of the Department of English, on kaercke@lau.edu.lb.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.