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... Nature Conservancy's mission and strategic goals. The Writer/Editor collaborates with program and ... Experience writing, editing and proofreading messages for targeted audiences. * Experience ...

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They travel locally for stories as appropriate, and write for both the website and print magazine ... Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set ...

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New York, NY · On-site +1

... Nature Conservancy's mission and strategic goals. The Writer/Editor collaborates with program and ... Experience writing, editing and proofreading messages for targeted audiences. * Experience ...

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A Nature Writing job involves creating written content that explores the natural world, environmental issues, wildlife, and outdoor experiences. Writers in this field often produce articles, essays, books, or blogs that inspire appreciation for nature and promote conservation efforts. These roles can be found in journalism, publishing, nonprofits, or freelance writing, requiring strong research skills and a deep understanding of ecological topics.

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To thrive as a Nature Writer, you need exceptional writing, research, and observational skills, often backed by a background in journalism, environmental science, or English. Familiarity with digital content platforms, social media management tools, and sometimes photography or audio recording equipment is common. Curiosity, creativity, and a passion for the outdoors are vital soft skills that set excellent nature writers apart. These abilities are essential for producing compelling, accurate, and insightful content that resonates with readers and promotes appreciation of the natural world.

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Assistant Professor of English

Davidson, NC • On-site

Davidson College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Posted 2 days ago

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Creative Nonfiction and Literature of the Sciences

The Department of English at Davidson College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Creative Nonfiction and the Literature of the Sciences at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2027. An M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing is expected by the date of appointment, along with a strong record of publication in creative nonfiction. Undergraduate teaching experience is preferred. Davidson is particularly interested in candidates dedicated to undergraduate teaching and to a sustained creative practice.

The teaching load is five courses per year (four in the first year): two sections of Introductory Creative Nonfiction, one section of Advanced Creative Nonfiction, and two courses in the Literature of the Sciences: courses in which students read and write about the sciences from a literary perspective, in the area of the professor's expertise. Recent and possible offerings include Nature Writing, Illness Narratives, Science and Scandal, Writing Biology, and The Literature of Scientific Discoveries. Such courses may be cross-listed or affiliated with programs including Biology, Environmental Studies, Public Health, and History, depending on the candidate's interests. Interest in teaching podcasting or other new-media nonfiction forms is welcome.

Applications must be submitted online at https://employment.davidson.edu by October 15, 2026, and must include a cover letter addressing professional interests and aspirations pertaining to teaching and research, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement that demonstrates a commitment to teaching students from a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, and (unofficial) graduate transcripts. Candidates advancing to interviews will be asked to submit a writing sample and letters of recommendation.

Davidson is a highly selective, nationally ranked, residential liberal arts college located in Davidson, North Carolina, near Charlotte. We seek to hire talented faculty and staff who are committed to achieving excellence within an inclusive community where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. 

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