Lecturer in Creative Writing

The Department of English Literature at the University of Reading is seeking to appoint a 0.5 FTE Lecturer in Creative Writing.  You will join a committed creative writing team.  The successful candidate will be a published writer with an international profile as a practitioner and/or researcher in Creative Writing.  We have a preference for candidates with expertise in prose writing and/or writing for the stage or screen, but all writing specialisms will be considered. You will have:

• PhD or equivalent professional qualification/experience in Creative Writing, English, or a related field
• Publishing profile in creative writing
• Teaching specialism in creative writing at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Closing date: 21/04/2023
Interview date: 17/05/2023

Informal contact details:
Contact role: Head of Department -  Professor Michelle O'Callaghan
Contact email address:  m.f.ocallaghan@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details:
Contact role: Head of School - Professor Gail Marshall
Contact email address: g.marshall@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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