Assistant Professor
University of South Carolina

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Assistant Professor

Columbia

College of Arts and Sciences

CAS Linguistics Program

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Columbia, SC

Full Time

40

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

9 months

Richland

Tenure-Track/Tenured

Faculty

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

The Linguistics Program at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for two full time, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2024.

As an independent, interdepartmental unit of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Linguistics Program has core and affiliated faculty with tenure in Anthropology, English Language & Literature, Languages, Literatures & Cultures, Philosophy, and Psychology; it has affiliated faculty in the English Programs for Internationals, Communication Sciences & Disorders, and Education. At the graduate level, the Linguistics Program offers an MA and PhD in Linguistics, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Undergraduate students may pursue the new Linguistics concentration in the Languages, Literatures & Cultures BA. For more information, please visit: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/linguistics/index.php.

Candidates must have a PhD in Linguistics or closely related field by the start of the appointment and a demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching and research.

The program particularly encourages applicants with a primary or secondary specialization in computational linguistics, English historical linguistics, linguistic anthropology, psycholinguistics, or sociolinguistics. Outstanding applicants in other subfields will also be considered.

08/16/2024

10/11/2023

Yes

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/154691.Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. Review of applications will commence on December 1, 2023. Position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr. Elaine Chun (ChunE@mailbox.sc.edu).

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/154691

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