Salary range is $50,000-$115,000
ROGER F. MURRAY CHAIR IN CREATIVE WRITING
Phillips Academy seeks a writer-in-residence to fill the Roger F. Murray Chair in Creative Writing. This is a two-year appointment to begin in September of 2027 with a possibility of renewal for up to two more years. Responsibilities include teaching two seminar classes in creative writing per term. We seek dynamic candidates who will be active participants in the academic and residential programs. Minimum requirements include at least one published book and demonstrated success in the teaching of creative writing at the university or secondary level.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please visit our application portal to submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references.
The Phillips Academy community is defined by our motto, non sibi, which means "not for self." With this guiding principle, students engage in outstanding academic, student life and co-curricular programs. The Phillips Academy Constitution charges the faculty to teach "youth from every quarter" to aspire equally to knowledge and goodness. The ideal candidate supports this commitment. In your cover letter, please address directly your experience and interest in working in such a school community. Letters should be written to the attention of Ben Temple, Dean of Faculty, Phillips Academy.
