Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language

CMU group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language, starting August 1, 2027. The role emphasizes graduate instruction, student advising, and participation in MA program development within CMU's Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics.

The candidate should hold a PhD in a related field (ABD considered) and demonstrate experience in English as a second language instruction and language

Qualifications

• PhD in Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, TESOL, or a related field.
• ABD considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise graduate students in MA programs in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition.
• Maintain a 3+3 teaching load and contribute to recruitment and program development.
• Support language and culture courses in undergraduate programs when possible.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Advising

Curriculum design

Education

PhD in Applied Linguistics

Second Language Acquisition

TESOL

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University: Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences: Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Open Date

Oct 09, 2026

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language, beginning August 1, 2027. This is a three-year position and may be renewable pending performance review. Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in English. A PhD in Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, TESOL, or a related field is required; ABD considered.

The successful applicant will be able to make substantive contributions to teaching and advising graduate students in our MA programs in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition . Of particular interest are candidates whose research, teaching, and professional experiences focus on second language development in instructional contexts, including the teaching of culture. Demonstrated experience in language teacher education/training is highly desirable. Candidates who cannot provide evidence of experience in English as a second language instruction will not be considered. Preference may be given to applicants who also have a demonstrated ability to teach language and culture courses in one or more of our undergraduate programs , especially in one of our growth areas (e.g., Korean Studies, Global Cultures and Emerging Technologies).

Teaching load is 3+3, complemented by an expectation to engage in student recruitment, advising, and other activities to help develop the MA programs in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition at CMU, as the department seeks to expand them. Course releases may be negotiated with the Department Head, depending on staffing needs, program administration and advising duties.

Qualifications

PhD in Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, TESOL, or a related field. ABD considered

Carnegie Mellon Universityis an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.