Assistant Professor of Linguistics

Lsadc; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University's Department of Linguistics invites applications for a full-time tenure-eligible Assistant Professor position to begin September 1, 2027. We seek candidates who pursue an integrated approach to language using experimental, computational, or data-intensive methods to inform theory and applications.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary community in Evanston, IL, and will develop an innovative, externally fundable research program while delivering

Qualifications

• PhD must be completed by start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in linguistics and related areas.
• Develop an externally funded research program and pursue grant opportunities.

Education

Ph.D. in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology (or related field)

Job description

Assistant Professor of Linguistics Northwestern University’s Department of Linguistics seeks to fill a full-time tenure-eligible position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a start date of September 1, 2027. We are looking for candidates who pursue an integrated approach to the scientific study of language, utilizing experimental, computational, and/or data-intensive approaches to inform linguistic theory and its applications. The candidate will join a vibrant interdisciplinary community including researchers from cognitive neuroscience, computer science, philosophy, psychology, and speech science. We seek candidates with a forward-looking research program that holds the promise of future external funding.

Position: Assistant Professor of Linguistics

Organization: Northwestern University

Location: Evanston, IL
United States

Salary: $95,000 - $125,000

Posting Start Date: 8/15/2026

Date Posted: 8/12/2026

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology (or a related field) by the start date.

Email:
[e-mail]