Assistant Professor of Linguistics

Essential Job Duties

The Department of English at North Carolina State University invites applications for one full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Linguistics. As a faculty member, you will contribute to our undergraduate major and M.A. concentration through teaching, research, and service.

The area of specialization is open; however, we are particularly interested in candidates specializing in either:

1. corpus linguistics, with a focus on syntax, morphology, or the lexicon; or
2. experimental sociolinguistics and/or experimental psycholinguistics.

If you are passionate about advancing linguistic research, committed to excellence in teaching and mentorship, and eager to contribute to a collaborative academic community, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Experience/Education

PhD in Linguistics by August 2027

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated excellence in teaching, along with a strong record of research and scholarly publication.

Commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction, as well as experience conducting data-informed research.

Preferred Qualifications

PhDs in related disciplines are encouraged to apply; however, the role includes teaching foundational courses in linguistics.

Experience in, or a commitment to, community outreach and engagement.

Required License or Certification

N/A