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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Creative Writing Professor who can help students develop their literary skills and provide instruction across various genres of creative writing. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge in literature, poetry, short stories, drama, and other forms of creative expression. Experience in teaching at the university or higher education level is essential, along with active participation in research.
The primary goal of this position is to foster creative thinking and writing abilities in students. The professor will be responsible for curriculum development, teaching, assessment, and conducting research. Additionally, they will participate in organizing seminars, workshops, and literary events.
An ideal candidate is someone with a literary vision, analytical thinking, and a passion for innovative teaching methods. They should be able to inspire students to write and encourage original thought.
Fluency in Bengali is required for this role, and experience in writing in English will be considered an added advantage.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and update creative writing curriculum
- Teach and mentor students in classroom settings
- Lead discussions on literary works and writing techniques
- Conduct and publish research
- Organize literary workshops and seminars
- Evaluate student writing and provide feedback
- Participate in departmental and university activities
- Research new methods and techniques in creative writing
- Provide academic advising and mentoring
- Lead literary competitions and publication initiatives
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s degree or equivalent in Literature
- Published works in creative writing
- Experience teaching at the university level
- Proficiency in Bengali and experience writing in English
- Strong research interest and publication record
- Effective communication skills with students
- Interest in innovative teaching strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Time management abilities
- In-depth knowledge of literature and culture
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What are your published works in creative writing?
- How do you engage students in writing?
- What is your favorite literary genre and why?
- How do you design your curriculum?
- What is your primary area of research?
- How do you evaluate student writing?
- Have you organized any literary events?
- Describe your teaching methodology.
- How do you use technology in teaching?
- How do you encourage original thinking in students?
