Jobs for Writers

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William and Mary

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of English

Williamsburg
VA
posted 
4.23.25

The Department of English at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a non-tenure track, Visiting Teaching Faculty position in Creative Writing that will begin August 10, 2025. The appointment will be issued for a 2-year period, concluding with the 2026-27 academic year.

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Arizona State University: College of Global Futures

Assistant Research Professor, Principled Innovation Infrastructure for Discovery and Engagement

posted 
4.15.25

The College of Global Futures (CGF) at Arizona State University is seeking an Assistant Research Professor to perform research and engagement activities in support of a university-wide initiative to develop Principled Innovation Infrastructure for Discovery and Engagement.

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The Authors Guild

Executive Assistant to CEO

new york
NY
posted 
4.13.25

The primary function of the Executive Assistant is to provide administrative support to the CEO, including scheduling, drafting communications, managing email, organizing meetings, answering phone calls, coordinating travel arrangements, and additional administrative tasks assigned by the CEO as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

General Administrative Support:

o Provide general administrative support to the CEO.

o Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and handle inquiries professionally.

o Assist in managing and organizing electronic files.

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GrubStreet

Executive Director, GrubStreet

posted 
4.11.25

GrubStreet, the nation’s largest creative writing center, seeks a new Executive Director to lead the next chapter of this beloved literary organization that brings people from all backgrounds together over a shared love of writing and a belief in the power of stories to shape our culture. This is a remarkable opportunity to lead one of the nation’s preeminent independent creative writing centers during a vibrant period of accomplishment and opportunity for further growth.

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Colby College

Jennifer Jahrling Forese Writer-in-Residence: Poet or Prose Writer with Editing Experience

Waterville
ME
posted 
3.24.25

For the Jennifer Jahrling Forese Residency for 2025-2026, Colby College’s Creative Writing Program is accepting applications for a writer in any genre with professional experience working with undergraduates managing and editing a literary magazine.

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Writers & Books

Executive Director

Rochester
NY
posted 
3.12.25

The Board of Directors of Writers & Books (WAB), Rochester, NY, seeks an Executive Director to provide energetic leadership in advancing the organization’s mission, values, and goals across a robust program of literary arts activities, outreach, and community service. The ideal candidate is a visionary changemaker; strategic and proven fundraiser; seasoned administrator; and confident community ambassador capable of managing complex operations, fostering collaboration and partnerships, and positioning WAB as a leader in its field.

Primary Responsibilities

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