Assistant Professor of Poetry

Category: Faculty

Department: Department of English, Harpur College

Locations: Binghamton, NY

Posted: Sep 15, 2025

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Full‑time

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Binghamton University's Department of English, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, seeks to hire a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Poetry, starting September 1, 2026. Competitive candidates will have significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press, successful teaching experience, and an MFA or PhD by August 16, 2026. The ability to teach in other genres is welcome.

The successful candidate will typically teach a 2/2 load of undergraduate and graduate courses, including poetry workshops at all levels and other courses of their own design. They will also mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including supervising graduate field exams, theses, and dissertations.

The new hire will join a vibrant Creative Writing Program within the English Department; the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the shared governance and intellectual life of the Creative Writing Program, the English Department, and Binghamton University through meaningful service, including leadership roles, committee participation, student mentorship, and program development.

We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities, and who are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment and supporting the diverse student population served by Binghamton University and the SUNY system.

Required Qualifications:

• MFA in Creative Writing or a PhD in English (or a closely related discipline) by August 16, 2026
• Significant publications, including at least one book of poetry published by a nationally recognized press
• Teaching experience in creative writing or literature at the college level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach in additional genres
• Engagement with the literary traditions of historically marginalized or underrepresented communities
• Demonstrable commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment

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