Assistant Professor of English – Davidson College

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of English – Davidson College

• Institution: Davidson College

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of English

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: 1040

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Creative Nonfiction and Literature of the Sciences

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified in the job posting

• Location: Davidson, North Carolina, United States

• Posting Date: September 12, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

• Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of English at Davidson College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in Creative Nonfiction and the Literature of the Sciences.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching in creative nonfiction and literature-based approaches to science while maintaining an active creative and scholarly practice.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach five courses per academic year, with four courses in the first year.

• Teach two sections of Introductory Creative Nonfiction.

• Teach one section of Advanced Creative Nonfiction.

• Teach two courses in the Literature of the Sciences.

• Develop courses connecting literary study and writing with scientific topics.

• Potential course areas include:

  • Nature Writing

  • Illness Narratives

  • Science and Scandal

  • Writing Biology

  • Literature of Scientific Discoveries

• Contribute to interdisciplinary programs such as Biology, Environmental Studies, Public Health, and History where appropriate.

• Candidates with interest in podcasting or other new-media nonfiction forms are encouraged.

• Maintain a sustained record of creative and scholarly work.

• Contribute to the academic and intellectual life of Davidson College.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing completed by the date of appointment.

• Strong record of publication in Creative Nonfiction.

• Undergraduate teaching experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching.

• Evidence of an active and sustained creative practice.

• Ability to teach both introductory and advanced creative nonfiction.

• Interest in interdisciplinary teaching connecting literature and the sciences is highly valued.

• Commitment to teaching students from a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary information is not specified in the official job posting.

• Faculty benefits are available in accordance with Davidson College policies.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter addressing professional interests and aspirations related to teaching and research

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Statement demonstrating commitment to teaching students from diverse backgrounds and perspectives

4. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

Candidates advancing to the interview stage will also be asked to provide:

• Writing Sample

• Letters of Recommendation

Application Process

• Application Link: https://employment.davidson.edu

• Application Mode: Online

• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

• Applications must be submitted through Davidson College’s online employment portal.

Official Website: https://www.davidson.edu/