DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH — EMERGING WRITER LECTURER

One-year appointment, beginning August 2008, for a creative writer who plans a career that involves college-level teaching, to teach three courses per semester, including Introduction to Creative Writing and an advanced course in the writer’s genre, as well as assist with departmental writing activities. Mentorship for teaching and assistance in professional development provided. M.A., with a concentration in creative writing, M.F.A., or Ph.D. with creative dissertation, required. Teaching experience and literary magazine publications are
essential. Competitive salary. To apply, send letter of application, c.v., the names of three references, and a 5-10 page writing sample to Prof. Fred Leebron, Department of English, Box 397, Gettysburg College, 300 N. Washington St., Gettysburg, PA 17325, postmarked by January 26, 2008.

Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Washington/Baltimore metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of over 2,600 students. Gettysburg College celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from members of any group that has been historically underrepresented in the American academy. The College assures equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, and disability.

Application Information
Postal Address:
Prof. Fred Leebron
Department of English
Gettysburg College
300 North Washington Street
Box 397
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone:
(717) 337-6750

Fax:
(717) 337-8551
TDD:
(717) 337-6833