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Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Faculty, School of Liberal Arts (Full-Time Faculty Only)
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of English, Creative Writing (Fiction)
Department/School:
English Department/School of Liberal Arts
Salary/Pay Rate:
$75,000 - $80,000
Job Summary:
The English Department at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position in Creative Writing (Fiction) beginning Fall 2027. A willingness to work with undergraduate majors, minors, and non-majors from across campus is central to this position. We encourage applications from broadly trained candidates who can teach introductory writing courses such as Writing for College and Intro to Creative Writing, as well as advanced undergraduate courses that can complement and expand our existing offerings. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring secondary teaching specializations such as Short Story, Memoir, Multi-Cultural Writing, or Creative Non-Fiction. Publishing industry experience as an editor or writer is preferred. This position requires the ability and willingness to teach classes broadly across the discipline, mentor student projects and organizations, and collaborate with campus partners.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing or English in hand before the start date of the appointment along with evidence of continued creative publications. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level is required. Candidates must have an ongoing record of creative publications.
Essential Functions:
The teaching load will be 3-4, but faculty who achieve and maintain an outstanding record of scholarship may be eligible for a 3-3 teaching load. In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, faculty participate regularly in service activities for our students, Marist University, and the community.
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in hand.
Required Application Documents:
CV, Cover Letter which addresses the applicant’s teaching philosophy and approach to working with undergraduates, and Contact Information of three Professional References.
Benefits:
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Unlimited paid sick time.
- 14+ paid holidays per year.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
- Life insurance.
- Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
- 403(b) defined contribution plan:
- First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
- University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
- Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
- Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
- 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
- Tuition Benefits:
- Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
- University pays 100% tuition only.
- Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
- Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School:
The English Department includes 18 faculty members and offers a BA in English with Concentrations in Writing, Literature, and Theatre and Minors in Professional Writing, Creative Writing, Literature, and Theatre. The department contributes substantially to our First Year Seminar program, as well as our interdisciplinary programs including Africana Studies, American Studies, Global Studies, Latin American & Caribbean Studies, Asian Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. The English Department is housed in the School of Liberal Arts, which includes departments in Political Science, History, World Languages & Cultures, and Philosophy & Religious Studies.
The English Department and the School of Liberal Arts are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.
About Marist University:
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others.
Type of Position:
Full-time
Classification:
Faculty (Full-Time)
Months per Year:
9
Work Schedule:
Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, and other activities as needed. Flexible work schedule, course schedule varies each semester.
Location:
Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:
1
Equal Employment Statement:
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.
Advertised: August 21, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Posting Number: 494062
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Faculty, School of Liberal Arts (Full-Time Faculty Only)
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of English, Creative Writing (Fiction)
Department/School:
English Department/School of Liberal Arts
Salary/Pay Rate:
$75,000 - $80,000
Job Summary:
The English Department at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position in Creative Writing (Fiction) beginning Fall 2027. A willingness to work with undergraduate majors, minors, and non-majors from across campus is central to this position. We encourage applications from broadly trained candidates who can teach introductory writing courses such as Writing for College and Intro to Creative Writing, as well as advanced undergraduate courses that can complement and expand our existing offerings. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring secondary teaching specializations such as Short Story, Memoir, Multi-Cultural Writing, or Creative Non-Fiction. Publishing industry experience as an editor or writer is preferred. This position requires the ability and willingness to teach classes broadly across the discipline, mentor student projects and organizations, and collaborate with campus partners.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have an MFA or PhD in Creative Writing or English in hand before the start date of the appointment along with evidence of continued creative publications. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level is required. Candidates must have an ongoing record of creative publications.
Essential Functions:
The teaching load will be 3-4, but faculty who achieve and maintain an outstanding record of scholarship may be eligible for a 3-3 teaching load. In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, faculty participate regularly in service activities for our students, Marist University, and the community.
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in hand.
Required Application Documents:
CV, Cover Letter which addresses the applicant’s teaching philosophy and approach to working with undergraduates, and Contact Information of three Professional References.
Benefits:
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Unlimited paid sick time.
- 14+ paid holidays per year.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
- Life insurance.
- Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
- 403(b) defined contribution plan:
- First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
- University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
- Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
- Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
- 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
- Tuition Benefits:
- Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
- University pays 100% tuition only.
- Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
- Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School:
The English Department includes 18 faculty members and offers a BA in English with Concentrations in Writing, Literature, and Theatre and Minors in Professional Writing, Creative Writing, Literature, and Theatre. The department contributes substantially to our First Year Seminar program, as well as our interdisciplinary programs including Africana Studies, American Studies, Global Studies, Latin American & Caribbean Studies, Asian Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. The English Department is housed in the School of Liberal Arts, which includes departments in Political Science, History, World Languages & Cultures, and Philosophy & Religious Studies.
The English Department and the School of Liberal Arts are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.
About Marist University:
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others.
Type of Position:
Full-time
Classification:
Faculty (Full-Time)
Months per Year:
9
Work Schedule:
Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, and other activities as needed. Flexible work schedule, course schedule varies each semester.
Location:
Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:
1
Equal Employment Statement:
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.
Advertised: August 21, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Creative Director
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
TN visa approval hinges on your role qualifying as a specialty occupation. Frame your Creative Director portfolio to demonstrate strategic, degree-dependent work, not just executional output. Reviewers look for evidence that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is genuinely required.
Target employers with established cross-border hiring
Look for companies that already employ Canadian or Mexican professionals in senior creative roles. These employers understand the TN process and are less likely to withdraw an offer when legal steps take longer than expected.
Clarify your SOC code before accepting an offer
Creative Director roles align with specific TN occupational classifications depending on whether your work focuses on digital, advertising, or design. Confirm with your employer which classification category applies to your role before proceeding, since your job duties must match that classification for TN eligibility purposes.
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Prepare a detailed support letter before your border crossing
Canadian citizens can secure TN status at a port of entry, but Creative Director is a nuanced classification. Your employer's support letter must tie your specific duties, your degree, and the specialty occupation standard together explicitly. Vague letters are the most common reason for CBP delays.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline early
Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border. Appointment availability varies significantly by location and time of year, so confirm scheduling timelines with your employer before committing to a start date in your offer letter.
Creative Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Creative Director role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured and documented. TN status requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation tied to a specific bachelor's degree field. A Creative Director overseeing brand strategy with a degree in graphic design, fine arts, or communications can qualify, but the employer's support letter must connect those dots clearly. Roles that blend general management with creative work face more scrutiny.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Creative Director positions?
TN is available year-round with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, while H-1B visa requires registration in a randomized lottery each spring for an October start date. For Mexican citizens, TN has a 5,500-per-year allocation but still avoids the lottery. Both require specialty occupation status, but TN approval at the border can happen the same day for Canadians, making it far faster to activate once you have a job offer.
How can I find Creative Director jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface jobs where employers are open to TN visa sponsorship, including Creative Director roles across industries. Searching a general job board rarely tells you whether a company has cross-border hiring experience or legal infrastructure to support a TN application, so using a platform focused on visa-sponsored roles saves significant time in your search.
Can I switch employers after entering the U.S. on a TN visa as a Creative Director?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your original employer. You cannot start work with a new company until they obtain a new TN approval for you, either through a new border crossing if you're Canadian or through USCIS if you prefer a change of status filing. Working for a new employer before the new TN is approved would violate your status, so coordinate the timing carefully with both employers.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application as a Creative Director?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, a description of duties that maps to a recognized specialty occupation, your start date, and confirmation that the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Supporting materials like an organizational chart showing where Creative Director sits in the company hierarchy can also strengthen the application, particularly for border crossings where CBP officers make real-time decisions.