Assistant Professor of Linguistics

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department : English

About the Department: One of ten departments in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, English offers a range of undergraduate majors and concentrations, minors, three masters programs (MA, MFA, and MSTC), as well as one joint PhD in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM). We also offer many courses of interest to the University community as a whole, and we work with other units across campus — such as World Languages and Cultures, Africana Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Communication, and the College of Education — to furnish multidisciplinary opportunities for NC State students. Located in the Research Triangle Area in Raleigh, North Carolina, the English department consists of a large faculty, staff, and student body that prepares graduates for a variety of careers.

Essential Job Duties: The Department of English at North Carolina State University invites applications for one full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Linguistics. As a faculty member, you will contribute to our undergraduate major and M.A. concentration through teaching, research, and service.The area of specialization is open; however, we are particularly interested in candidates specializing in either: 1. corpus linguistics, with a focus on syntax, morphology, or the lexicon; or 2. experimental sociolinguistics and/or experimental psycholinguistics. If you are passionate about advancing linguistic research, committed to excellence in teaching and mentorship, and eager to contribute to a collaborative academic community, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Education and Experience: PhD in Linguistics or closely related field by August 2027

Other Required Qualifications: Demonstrated excellence in teaching, along with a strong record of research and scholarly publication.Commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction, as well as experience conducting data-informed research.

Preferred Qualifications: PhDs in related disciplines are encouraged to apply; however, the role includes teaching foundational courses in linguistics. Experience in, or a commitment to, community outreach and engagement.

Required License(s) or Certification(s): N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required: No

Commercial Driver's License required: No

Job Open Date: 05/22/2026

Anticipated Close Date: Applications should be received by November 1st.

Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants must upload the following to be considered: 1. CV 2. Contact information for at least three professional references 3. Cover letter (addressed to Robin Dodsworth, Search Chair, and referencing the position title Assistant Professor in Linguistics and position number, 00007112.) to be considered. Three letters of recommendation and other supplemental materials will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews, which will be conducted remotely using Zoom. For more information, contact the search committee chair, Robin Dodsworth, at robin_dodsworth@ncsu.edu

Position Number: 00007112

Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.0

Appointment: 9 Month Recurring