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Assistant Professor ofEnglish

South Hadley, MA · On-site

$90K/yr

Assistant Professor ofEnglish Work Type: Faculty Full time In-Person Start Date: 07/01/2027 The ... Poetry Competition, as well as through thesis advising and mentoring of student literary projects.

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for poetry professor in the United States is $81,447.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Poetry Professor, you generally need advanced knowledge of poetry, strong analytical skills, and a graduate degree (often a Ph.D.) in English, literature, or a closely related field. Familiarity with digital classroom platforms, academic publishing tools, and citation management systems is often necessary. Exceptional communication, mentorship abilities, and a passion for fostering creativity help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are critical for effectively teaching students, advancing research, and contributing to the literary community within an academic institution.

What is a Poetry Professor job?

A Poetry Professor is an academic professional who teaches poetry at the college or university level. They educate students on poetic forms, techniques, history, and analysis while also guiding creative writing practices. Many Poetry Professors conduct research, publish their own poetry, and contribute to literary scholarship. Their responsibilities may include designing courses, grading student work, and mentoring aspiring poets.

What does a typical week look like for a Poetry Professor?

A typical week for a Poetry Professor involves preparing lectures, leading classroom discussions, grading assignments, and providing feedback on student work. Professors also spend time conducting their own research or creative writing, attending departmental meetings, and mentoring students one-on-one or in groups. Additionally, many Poetry Professors contribute to university events, such as poetry readings, workshops, or literary conferences. This variety ensures a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment, with opportunities to influence both student growth and the broader academic community.

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Infographic showing various Poetry Professor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 82% In-person, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,447 per year, or $39.2 per hour.
Associate Professor or Full Professor, Poetry

Associate Professor or Full Professor, Poetry

Stanford Energy

Stanford, CA

$128K - $159K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

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Associate Professor or Full Professor, Poetry

Apply now Work type: University Tenure Line
Location: Stanford University
Categories: School of Humanities & Sciences

Department of English/Creative Writing Program, Associate Professor or Full Professor, Poetry 

The Department of English and the Creative Writing Program at Stanford University seek applicants for a senior appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor specializing in Poetry. Candidates are expected to have a record of distinguished publication, including two published books of original poetry. All applicants should hold an MFA or its equivalent.

Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and be prepared to take an active part in Stanford's vibrant academic and creative writing communities. This position requires teaching courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels within both the English Department and the Creative Writing Program. A particular emphasis of the position is the mentoring and advising of students at all levels.  The term of appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2027. 


Candidates should submit the following:

  a cover letter.

  a curriculum vitae with a full list of publications including any publications in genres other than poetry.

  a teaching statement. This should include examples of how the candidate has applied their approach in the classroom. 

  contact information for three references. 

Further materials may be requested later.


All application materials must be submitted online.

For full consideration, materials must be received by September 15, 2026 at 11:55pm PST. 

The salary range for this position for the academic year 2026-2027 is: 

Associate Professor: $128,992 - $159,907
Professor: $149,247 - $255,852

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

Inquiries may be directed to Christina Ablaza, Administrative Director of Creative Writing, cablaza@stanford.edu. Further information about Stanford's Department of English and Creative Writing Program can be found at https://english.stanford.edu and https://creativewriting.stanford.edu/.

Review of applications will begin on September 16, 2026.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions. 

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.

Advertised: 15 Jul 2026 3:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Sep 2026 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time

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