University or Organization: University of Delaware
Department: Linguistics and Cognitive Science
Job Location: Delaware, USA
Web Address: https://www.lingcogsci.udel.edu
Job Title: Temporary Assistant Professor
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Psycholinguistics

Description:

Temporary Assistant Professor, Linguistics & Cognitive Science, College of Arts and Sciences

The Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at the University of Delaware invites applications for a temporary assistant professor, to support the Department's teaching and advising needs. The appointment is expected to begin on August 16, 2024, and will run until August 31, 2025, with the possibility of renewal for up to a maximum of three years. We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Department’s programs in Cognitive Science and Linguistics. Expertise in language acquisition and/or cognitive science is desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a subset of the following courses: Introduction to Cognitive Science; Introduction to Linguistics; First Language Development; Topics in Cognitive Science; Psycholinguistics. Also desirable are Second Language Acquisition and Bilingualism; Structure of English; Sociolinguistics; Languages of the World. The successful candidate is also expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the department and the university.

Applicants for this position should have a PhD in linguistics, cognitive science, or a related field.

TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a CV, a short cover letter, and a teaching statement outlining their teaching experience and potential for teaching excellence. Course evaluations and sample materials (e.g., syllabi), if available, may be appended to the teaching statement. Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted through UD’s online job application system. All materials should be submitted at http://www.udel.edu/careers. For additional information, please contact Benjamin Bruening, Chair of Search Committee, [email protected].

Mailing Address for Applications:

Web Address for Applications: https://careers.udel.edu/cw/en-us/job/500904/assistant-professor-department-of-linguistics-and-cognitive-science
Contact Information:
Professor Benjamin Bruening
Email: [email protected]