Assistant Professor of English

George Fox University's Department of English and Languages is seeking a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty member in Creative Writing (open genre) to begin in August 2026. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and creative practice within a vibrant liberal arts context.

George Fox University, a Christ‑centered community dedicated to excellence in liberal arts and professional education, invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track position in Creative Writing (open genre) beginning in Fall 2026. Applicants should hold a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) and demonstrate excellence as artist‑scholars and undergraduate teachers. We seek candidates who value and engage the full spectrum of creative expression‑across commercial and literary forms alike—and who maintain an active record of publication (preferred).

We particularly welcome applicants with a secondary specialization in areas such as popular culture, emerging media forms, genre writing, or global literatures.

• Teaching a 4/4 load (four courses per semester), including courses in creative writing (e.g., fiction, narrative nonfiction, screenwriting, professional writing), core composition and first‑year writing, and upper‑division courses related to the candidate’s specialization (e.g., popular culture literatures, genre studies, publishing).
• Maintaining an active and productive agenda of scholarship and/or creative work that results in peer‑reviewed publications, professional presentations, or publicly available creative works.
• Participating in departmental and university service, including student advising, curriculum development, and committee work.
• Mentoring students interested in careers in writing, publishing, and the creative industries, drawing on experience in public‑facing markets.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. or MFA) in English, Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Composition, or a closely related field (ABD candidates will be considered, with the expectation of completion by August 2026).
• Expertise in creative composition, storytelling methodologies, and popular literature (e.g., genre fiction, young adult literature, graphic narratives, film/media studies).
• Demonstrated experience writing in and navigating public‑facing markets (e.g., journalism, trade publishing, media, professional communication, digital content creation).
• Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching.
• A commitment to the University’s Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

• Experience directing students’ creative projects or advising students whose work has led to publication.
• Background in Old English and Medieval British Literature, epic literature, or historical fantasy.
• A record of interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Administrative or entrepreneurial experience, whether within or outside academia.

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Newberg, Oregon
• Working Conditions:
  
  Those typical of teaching…