<div dir="ltr"><p>poetry job: University of California, Santa Cruz <br>Posted by: "<a href="mailto:crwropps@aol.com">crwropps@aol.com</a>" <a href="mailto:crwropps@aol.com">crwropps@aol.com</a> aejos <br>Wed Aug 13, 2008 5:59 am (PDT) </p>
<p>UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ</p>
<p>CREATIVE WRITING (POETRY) AND LITERATURE - Assistant or Associate Professor</p>
<p>The Department of Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz, invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Creative Writing-Poetry. The campus is seeking a poet with a broad range of interests. Teaching assignments will include creative writing workshops and courses in literature. The appointee will be expected to teach large undergraduate lecture courses as well as small advanced seminars, participate in running the reading series and work actively with undergraduates, graduate students and faculty to invigorate the poetry program. This position carries a five-course-equivalency workload, which normally means teaching four courses over three quarters and carrying out other academic and service responsibilities. The appointee must be able to work with students and faculty from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their writing, research, teaching, and/or service.</p>
<p>The Department of Literature is in the Division of Humanities, which also includes the Departments of American Studies, Feminist Studies, History, History of Consciousness, Linguistics, Philosophy, and the Programs in Languages and Writing. The Division has a strong tradition of collaborative and interdisciplinary work, and we especially encourage applications from strongly qualified candidates eager to extend their teaching and research activities across departmental and disciplinary boundaries.</p>
<p>RANK: Assistant Professor (tenure-track) OR Associate Professor (tenured)</p>
<p>SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and level of appointment.</p>
<p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: M.F.A. in poetry and/or a significant record of publication in poetry required; creative talent of a high order as testified to in letters of recommendation and as manifest in published and/or unpublished writing required; demonstrated record of successful college level teaching required. Ph.D. desirable. Work in other genres desirable. Ability to work in a language other than English desirable (e.g., translation, knowledge of and ability to teach a non-anglophone literature, etc.).</p>
<p>POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2009</p>
<p>TO APPLY: To be given full consideration, please send an informative letter of application (clearly outlining your educational background, teaching experience, and publication record), vitae, and three current letters of recommendation* (2006 or later). Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement addressing their contributions to diversity through their research, teaching, and/or service. Send all materials to:</p>
<p>Creative Writing Search Committee<br>Department of Literature<br>University of California<br>1156 High Street<br>Santa Cruz, CA 95064</p>
<p>Please refer to Position #509-09 in your reply.</p>
<p>CLOSING DATE: The position will remain open until filled. Screening will begin with applications postmarked by November 1, 2008.</p>
<p>*All letters will be treated as confidential documents; please direct your references to UCSC's confidentiality statement at <a href="http://apo.ucsc.edu/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/confstm.htm">http://apo.ucsc.edu/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/confstm.htm</a></p>
<p>UC Santa Cruz faculty make significant contributions to the body of research that has earned the University of California the ranking as the foremost public higher education institution in the world. In the process, our faculty demonstrate that cutting-edge research, excellent teaching and outstanding service are mutually supportive.</p>
<p>The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through diversity. We strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.</p>
<p>Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.</p>
<p>If you need assistance due to a disability please contact the Academic Personnel Office at 499 Clark Kerr Hall (831) 459-4300. This position description is available in alternate formats, which may be requested from Academic Personnel at (831) 459-4300.<br>
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<p>Application Information</p>
<p>Contact:</p>
<p>Staff Human Resources Office<br>University of California, Santa Cruz</p>
<p>Phone:</p>
<p>831-459-2011</p>
<p>TDD:</p>
<p>831-459-5011</p>
<p>Online App. Form:</p></div>