Three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor - Division of Linguistics, Faculty of Arts

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Calgary is seeking a three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor in the Division of Linguistics. The role involves teaching senior-level courses and supervising graduate students, with a focus on generative syntax and related fields. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. and have teaching experience. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with demonstrated teaching experience.
• Research excellence is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester for two semesters per year.
• Supervise graduate students and engage in research.

Skills

Generative Syntax

Experimental Syntax

Psycholinguistics

Neurolinguistics

Education

Ph.D. in Linguistics

Job description

Three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor - Division of Linguistics, Faculty of Arts

The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Calgary is seeking to fill a three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor position in the Division of Linguistics beginning on July 1, 2025. Applicants should have a specialization in generative syntax, with expertise in experimental syntax, psycholinguistics and/or neurolinguistics and an ability to teach senior level courses in their area(s) of research.

Teaching duties will include two courses per semester for two semesters per year, potentially including undergraduate courses such as introduction to linguistics, syntax I, psycholinguistics, and a graduate/undergraduate seminar in their research area. There will also be opportunities for graduate student supervision and research.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Linguistics or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated teaching experience and research excellence.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via the 'Apply Now' link. Applications should include:

• A letter of interest
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae
• Two samples of scholarly writing
• A teaching philosophy statement and sample syllabi, along with course evaluation summaries if available
• An equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) statement
• Contact information for three referees

Review of applications will begin immediately after the posting closes and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions, contact: Dr. Stephen Winters, Chair at [e-mail].

The Division of Linguistics offers programs at BA, MA, and PhD levels, with a focus on research in experimental linguistics. The university is committed to Indigenous engagement and diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, especially from underrepresented groups.