Lecturer in Writing for Screen
The UBC School of Creative Writing invites applications for a 100% FTE (full-time) Lecturer position in Writing for Screen, with a likely start date of September 1, 2025.
This is a full-time without review (i.e., non-tenure track) position for a term of up to five years, renewable for successive terms, subject to availability of funds and demonstration of excellence in teaching and service, in accordance with the Collective Agreement between UBC and the UBC Faculty Association. This position will entail a probationary first year.
We seek an exceptional teacher of Writing for Screen courses with experience in person and online. Experience in creative writing pedagogy is an asset. The teaching load is 24 credits per year (8 3-credit equivalent courses) and will involve teaching across a number of modalities, including on campus, online, and/or hybrid, depending on the School’s needs in any given term. Experience in a second genre is an asset. The successful candidate will contribute to the School of Creative Writing in an administrative capacity, including participating in program committees related to the area of expertise, and serving on faculty committees charged with evaluating prospective BFA and MFA candidates. A 3-credit teaching reduction may be granted for thesis supervision. In cases where an extraordinary level of additional administrative or service responsibilities are assigned, a 3-credit teaching reduction may be granted. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the creation of one or more non-credit course(s) as part of their duties to the University, for which they may be granted additional teaching release(s).
Applicants are expected to have an MFA in Creative Writing, but in exceptional circumstances, the equivalent combination of education and writing and industry experience will be considered. The successful applicant must have demonstrated expertise (ie. professional experience) including but not limited to writing for screen, television, and/or web series. They must show evidence of successful screenwriting productivity through writing credits on produced screen or television plays, as well as a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
How to Apply
To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit their applications at https://crwr.air.arts.ubc.ca/job-opportunities/lecturer-in-writing-for-screen/ and be prepared to upload the following in the order listed: a letter of application; curriculum vitae that includes the names and contacts of three referees; statement of teaching philosophy; a one-page statement about your experience working with a diverse student body and your contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion; and evidence of teaching effectiveness (course outlines, student evaluations).
Applications and all supporting materials should be received by July 15, 2025. Review of applications will begin soon after this date and will continue until the position is filled.
The expected pay range for this position is $6,867 – $8,583/month. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. For information about the School of Creative Writing, please visit creativewriting.ubc.ca