Monday Morning Markets/Jobs/Opportunities

Real Simple has announced its third annual Life Lessons Essay Contest. Entrants (who must be legal residents of the U.S. age 19 or older) should complete the sentence "I never thought I would...." Prize includes round-trip tickets for two to New York City, hotel accommodations for two nights, tickets to a Broadway play, lunch with Real Simple editors, $3,000, and publication in the magazine." Deadline: September 24, 2010. No entry fee.
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Oregon Humanities is "seeking submissions for the fall 2010 issue on the theme 'Ha!' which will explore humor, happiness, and joy, especially as they pertain to American history, culture, values, and identity. We are especially interested in submissions that consider what it means to pursue happiness in America and how this pursuit shapes our culture and identities. We welcome all forms of nonfiction writing, including scholarly essays, personal essays, and journalistic articles." Proposals/drafts should be submitted by July 12, 2010. For pay rates and additional guidelines, visit the site. (NB: "At this time, we almost exclusively publish work by Oregon artists and writers.")
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Bowling Green State University (Ohio) is looking for an Assistant Professor in Poetry Writing and Literature. "The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate poetry workshops and literature courses, work with students on BFA and MFA theses, and advise BFA and MFA majors. He/she will be expected to engage in creative/scholarly writing and publishing, to serve on program and department committees, to serve as program director on a rotating basis with the other program faculty, and to participate actively in the life and governance of the program including its efforts to recruit, advise, and retain students. Qualifications: PhD in English or MFA in Creative Writing by start date of employment; Specialization in poetry writing; Strong record of publication of poetry, including at least one book of poetry; Strong commitment to excellence in both undergraduate and graduate teaching, including the teaching of literature. Desirable attributes: secondary specialization in creative nonfiction; experience editing a national literary journal; and interest in form/theory of poetry."
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National Public Radio (Washington, D.C.) is looking for a Books Producer to build up Books coverage on NPR.org.
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Harvard University's Nieman Journalism Lab (Mass.) is looking for an Assistant Editor: "The Nieman Journalism Lab (www.niemanlab.org) is dedicated to identifying and encouraging changes that can improve the production of quality journalism in America. We do so by identifying best practices, examining new business models, tracking innovation in journalistic craft, and trying to be a forward-looking voice in figuring out the future of journalism. The assistant editor of the Lab will work with existing staff to achieve this goal. Duties will include: original reporting and blogging on changes in the news industry, in both the mainstream media organizations and the new generation of startups and Internet companies; active use of social media platforms, especially Twitter; producing video and audio content; interacting with our readers; assisting in planning the future of the Lab; and working with partners around Harvard and around the journalism world. Think of us as a cross between a think tank and a newsroom, covering the beat of the future of journalism. The job may also entail other related duties within the Nieman Foundation for Journalism."
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From Seattle: "Writers in the Schools (WITS), a program of Seattle Arts & Lectures, is looking for creative writers who are passionate about teaching the power and pleasure of writing to young people and who are excited to collaborate with public school teachers. Employment is part-time. Residency contracts vary, but typically extend for nine months from October to June. A yearlong commitment is typically required." Application deadline: August 2, 2010.
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Normally, I limit residency announcements to programs that don't charge application fees, but I make an exception for the Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts, in Nebraska City, Neb., where I spent two wonderful weeks way back in 2003. (That's where I began working on "Matrilineal Descent," a story that ultimately appeared in TriQuarterly and will reappear in my forthcoming collection, Quiet Americans.) The KHN Center offers 2- to 8-week residencies year-round for writers, visual artists, and music composers. Housing, studio space, and $100/week stipend are provided. There are two deadlines each year: March 1 for the following July through mid-December, and September 1 for the following January through mid-June. There's a $25 application fee (sorry!).