Assistant Professor in Poetry and Poetics

The Department of English and the Ph. D. Program in Creative Writing and Literature at the University of Southern California invite applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor in Poetry and Poetics, with an emphasis in Twentieth Century and Contemporary Poetry. We are looking for candidates with at least one published book of poetry from a nationally recognized press. Applicants must have a commitment to effective teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. An MFA or PhD in creative writing is required.

In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the "Apply" link at the top or bottom of this page.  Applications should include a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a one-page statement of artistic purpose; a one-page statement on your teaching philosophy; a writing sample (no more than 25 pages); and three to four letters of recommendation. Applications, addressed to Dana Johnson as the chair of the English Department, must be received by October 18, 2024. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $106,400 - $127,680. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The university particularly encourages members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting uschr@usc.edu.