Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of English – University of Montana

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of English – University of Montana

• Institution: University of Montana

• College: College of Humanities and Social Sciences

• Department: Department of English

• Position: Assistant Professor of English – Fiction

• Interfolio ID: 195398

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Appointment Period: Academic Year

• Specialization: Creative Writing – Fiction

• Location: Missoula, Montana, United States

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 61.60 lakh – INR 71.08 lakh annually

• Open Date: October 9, 2026

• Application Deadline / Priority Date: November 15, 2026

• Expected Start Date: August 2027

Overview of the Role

The Department of English at the University of Montana invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Fiction position beginning in August 2027.

The department seeks a writer and educator with a distinguished record in fiction writing and successful college-level teaching to contribute to its Creative Writing Program.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach four courses per year at undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Supervise graduate theses.

• Advise and mentor students.

• Maintain an active programme of creative publication.

• Contribute to departmental and university service.

• Serve on university committees.

• Participate in the academic and creative life of the English Department.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• An MFA or Ph.D. in Creative Writing.

• At least one book-length work of fiction published by a reputable literary press.

• Significant publications in literary journals and magazines.

• Evidence of successful college-level teaching.

• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality.

Teaching & Creative Profile

The position is particularly suited to candidates with expertise in:

• Fiction Writing

• Creative Writing

• Graduate Writing Instruction

• Undergraduate Creative Writing

• Literary Publishing

• Thesis Supervision

• Student Mentoring

Teaching responsibilities may include required and elective courses within the Department of English and Creative Writing Program.

Salary / Remuneration

The advertised annual salary range is:

USD 65,000 – USD 75,000

Approximately:

INR 61.60 lakh – INR 71.08 lakh annually

Final salary will depend on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

The position includes benefits such as:

• Medical insurance

• Mandatory retirement contribution

• Professional development support

• Partial tuition waiver

• Wellness programme

Application Checklist

Applicants must submit:

1. Letter of Interest

   • Address qualifications and relevant experience

2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae

3. Three Professional References

   • Names

   • Contact information

Nature of Appointment

• Assistant Professor

• Full-Time

• Tenure-Track

• Academic-Year Appointment

• Teaching, Creative Scholarship, and Service responsibilities

Important Dates

• Open Date: October 9, 2026

• Priority Application Date: November 15, 2026

• Interfolio Deadline: November 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: August 2027

Complete applications received by the priority date are guaranteed consideration.

Employment Eligibility

New employees must provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.

The University notes that its ability to provide new H-1B sponsorship may be limited, and it is currently unable to sponsor new H-1B petitions requiring the additional fee introduced under the referenced Presidential Proclamation.

A background check is required before employment.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through Interfolio Faculty Search.

Application Link:
https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/195398

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