Assistant Professor of Linguistics

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending account

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Childcare benefits

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Linguistics to contribute to the undergraduate major and M.A. concentration. The ideal candidate will provide instruction in foundational and specialty courses, engage in research, and participate in departmental service.

The position requires a PhD in Linguistics by August 2027, with a commitment to high-quality teaching and a record of scholarly publication. Benefits include medical coverage, tuition assistance, and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• PhD in Linguistics by August 2027.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and strong research publication record.
• Experience or commitment to community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Provide undergraduate and graduate instruction in Linguistics.
• Conduct research and publish findings.
• Engage in service to the department and college.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research skills

Community outreach

Education

PhD in Linguistics

Job description

Assistant Professor of Linguistics – Tenure Track

The Department of English at North Carolina State University invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track position in Linguistics. Faculty members contribute to the undergraduate major and M.A. concentration through teaching, research, and service.

Essential Duties

1. Provide undergraduate and graduate instruction in foundational and specialty courses in Linguistics.
2. Conduct research, publish findings, and communicate results. The area of specialization is open; we particularly seek candidates with expertise in either corpus linguistics (focused on syntax, morphology, or the lexicon) or experimental sociolinguistics and/or experimental psycholinguistics.
3. Engage in service to the department, college, and university.

Qualifications

• PhD in Linguistics by August 2027.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong record of research and scholarly publication.
• Commitment to high‑quality undergraduate and graduate instruction and experience conducting data‑informed research.
• PhDs in related disciplines are encouraged if the candidate can teach foundational courses.
• Experience or commitment to community outreach and engagement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement programs
• Disability and life insurance plans
• Accident plan
• Paid time off and other leave programs
• Twelve holidays each year
• Tuition assistance and academic assistance
• Childcare benefits and wellness & recreation membership

Equal Opportunity Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 for assistance. Final candidates are subject to criminal, sex‑offender, credit, and motor‑vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify in compliance with federal law.