Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Semantics/Pragmatics

Lsadc; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Semantics/Pragmatics to join their dynamic team. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels while developing a strong research agenda. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or ABD status in Linguistics, showcasing a commitment to teaching excellence and mentorship. With a competitive salary and potential for renewal, this role is perfect for those passionate about linguistics and eager to contribute to an academic community. Join a vibrant department that values innovation and scholarly pursuits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits portfolio

Support for applicants with disabilities

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• PhD in Linguistics or related field required by appointment start.
• Strong commitment to teaching and research in semantics/pragmatics.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in semantics and pragmatics.
• Maintain an active and independent research agenda.

Skills

Research effectiveness in semantics/pragmatics

Teaching experience

Mentorship commitment

Education

PhD in Linguistics or related field

ABD status in Linguistics

Job description

Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Semantics/Pragmatics

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign invites applications for an Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor position in Semantics/Pragmatics. The appointment will be a full-time, nine-month position. Renewal of position is possible and contingent on availability of funding, strong enrollments, and strong performance reviews. The target start date of appointment is August 16, 2025.

Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, offering courses in semantic theory, pragmatics, and general linguistics; and to maintain an active and independent research agenda in semantics/pragmatics. The budgeted salary for this position is $68,000, for a 9-month service basis.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on April 25, 2025. To apply for this position, please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, up to three representative publications or writing samples, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information or Interfolio ID for three professional references, who may be contacted by HR for letters at a later date.

For further information about this specific position, please contact Jonathan MacDonald at [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date.

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [e-mail].

Position Details

Position: Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Semantics/Pragmatics

Organization: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Location: Urbana, IL, United States

Salary: $68,000, for a 9-month service basis.

Posting Start Date: 3/27/2025

Date Posted: 3/27/2025

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in hand or ABD status in Linguistics or a related field, with specialization in semantics/pragmatics by start of appointment. Candidates who are ABD at the time of appointment may be appointed at the rank of Instructor.
• Research effectiveness or potential for research effectiveness in the field of semantics/pragmatics.
• A commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship, including a commitment to teaching semantic theory.
• Teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence, including but not limited to: student evaluations, teaching observations and teaching portfolios.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in hand by the time of appointment.
• Evidence of a strong research program and trajectory, including, but not limited to: publications in highly prestigious peer-reviewed journals, well-placed conference presentations.
• Expertise in areas that complement the existing strengths of the unit, such as experimental or computational approaches to semantics, psycholinguistics, language acquisition, and the syntax-semantics interface.

Contact Information:

Name: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Contact: Natalia Sakhartova (for the posting). For job-related questions Jonathan MacDonald at [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.