Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing and Latinx​/e Literature

Assistant Professor of English – Creative Writing and Latinx/e Literature (26/27)

Job no: 552462
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

The English Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full‑time, academic‑year, tenure‑track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Specialization in Creative Writing (Nonfiction) and Latinx/e American literature. We welcome applicants with secondary specialties in Afro‑Latinx/e literature, Latinx/e avant‑garde/experimental writing, migration studies, border studies, hybrid forms, translingualism, documentary literature, or a secondary genre.

Ph.D. in Creative Writing, English, or related field required.

Salary:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $90,276–$98,244/year, $7,523–$8,187/month (Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)

Teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development. The department emphasizes a balance of teaching, research, student supervision, and service activities at the department, college, and university level.

• Ph.D. in Creative Writing, English, or related field required. If ABD, Ph.D. must be conferred before August 2026.
• Specialization in Creative Writing (Nonfiction) and Latinx/e Literature.
• Demonstrated university teaching experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language required.

• Secondary specialties in Afro‑Latinx/e literature, Latinx/e avant‑garde/experimental writing, migration studies, border studies, hybrid forms, translingualism, documentary literature, or a secondary genre.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

Cal Poly’s ability to sponsor employment‑based visas will depend on institutional priorities, budget availability, and current federal regulations. Cal Poly does not commit to providing visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants should not expect that such sponsorship will be offered.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art.

I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.

Projected

Start Date:

August 17, 2026
Review Begin Date:
December 2, 2025
Your application must be submitted online via (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). as part of the electronic application. Please upload the following required materials:

Please provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Final date to receive applications is open until filled. Applications received after the Review Begin Date will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

For questions about the position please contact Dr. Dustin Stegner via email at pstegner.