Assistant Professor, English R0149472

Assistant Professor, English (Literary Nonfiction)

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a full‑time, nine‑month, tenure‑track position in the Department of English beginning fall 2026. The incumbent will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in creative writing and literary nonfiction, advise graduate students, and serve on departmental committees.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in creative writing and literary nonfiction.
• Advise graduate students on thesis manuscripts and translation projects.
• Serve on departmental committees.
• Contribute to the Literary Nonfiction program of the M.F.A. and Ph.D. in English with creative dissertation.

• M.F.A., Ph.D. in English with a concentration in Literary Nonfiction, or equivalent credential from an accredited institution.
• Significant publication record with at least one book of Literary Nonfiction in print or in press by a nationally recognized publisher at the time of hire.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Experience in literary translation.

The successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment in alignment with UNLV’s campus values.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts for UNLV students and for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles.

Please submit a CV (with references), a 5,000‑word writing sample in PDF format, a cover letter, and a teaching philosophy that demonstrates the ability to teach a multiethnic student body. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday; emailed materials will not be accepted.

• Curriculum vitae with references.
• 5,000‑word writing sample (PDF).
• Cover letter.
• Teaching philosophy.

12/31/2026

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, religion, or other protected classes. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.