Linguistics Department: Lecturer Pool

University of California - Santa Cruz; Windsor; On-site; USD 8,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a passionate Linguistics Pre-six Lecturer to join their academic team. This role involves teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses, including core subjects like phonetics and syntax, as well as elective topics such as linguistic typology and computational linguistics. The position offers a unique opportunity to engage with students and contribute to the development of the linguistics curriculum. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. in linguistics and have significant teaching experience. Join a forward-thinking department that values diversity and academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Linguistics or a related field is required.
• At least two years of university teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Linguistics.
• Develop and deliver core and elective course materials.

Skills

University Teaching Experience

Phonetics

Phonology

Psycholinguistics

Semantics

Syntax

Computational Linguistics

Education

Ph.D. in Linguistics or Related Field

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Linguistics Pre-six Lecturer

Salary range: An estimated $8,531-$24,005 (based on salary points 1-36) for a standard five-credit course. Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary.

Percent time: Variable, based on the course load assigned.

Anticipated start: Appointments depend on the hiring unit's instructional needs and funding availability. This recruitment is valid for initial appointments from fall quarter 2024 through fall quarter 2025. Appointments outside this period require an alternative open recruitment.

Position duration: Typically during one or more quarters of the academic year (fall, winter, spring), or during Summer Session.

Application Window

• Open date: June 15, 2024
• Most recent review date: July 15, 2024, at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed if the position remains unfilled.
• Final date: June 14, 2025, at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Applications after this date will only be considered if the position is still open.

Position description

The Department of Linguistics at UC Santa Cruz invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including core courses in phonetics, phonology, psycholinguistics, semantics, and syntax, as well as elective topics such as linguistic typology, language and social identity, methodology, morphology, pragmatics, or computational linguistics.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration.

More information about the department can be found at http://ling.ucsc.edu

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at application submission):

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in linguistics or related field.
• At least two years of university teaching experience.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (most recent)
• Cover Letter outlining qualifications and interest, including courses interested in teaching
• Course evaluations from college or university courses (optional)

References: 2-4 contacts, with confidential letters requested later if shortlisted. References will submit letters directly to the UC Recruit System. All letters are confidential per UC policy.

Apply link:

https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01721

Help contact:

[e-mail]

About UC Santa Cruz

Finalists will need to disclose any misconduct findings within the last seven years. UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and nondiscrimination. Accommodations are available for disabilities. The campus complies with the Clery Act and is smoke & tobacco-free. The university supports work/life balance and is part of the NorCal HERC. All employees must adhere to university policies and applicable laws.