University of Calgary
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Three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor – Division of Linguistics, Faculty of Arts
Job ID: 34760
Location: Main Campus
Updated May 08, 2025
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Description
3-year Limited Term Assistant Professor – Division of Linguistics, Faculty of Arts
The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Calgary is seeking to fill a three-year Limited Term Assistant Professor position in the Division of Linguistics beginning on July 1, 2025. Applicants should have a specialization in generative syntax, with expertise in experimental syntax, psycholinguistics and/or neurolinguistics and an ability to teach senior level courses in their area(s) of research.
Teaching duties will consist of two courses per semester for two semesters per year and may include the following undergraduate courses in the first year: introduction to linguistics, syntax I, psycholinguistics, as well as a combined graduate and undergraduate seminar in their area of research expertise, and other option courses. There will also be a service load and opportunities to work with graduate students who are writing MA theses and Ph.D. candidacy papers and dissertations. The University of Calgary is a research-intensive institution, and the successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to continue their research program while meeting the responsibilities of the position.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Linguistics or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience and expertise in teaching, and a record of research excellence.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via the ‘Apply Now’ link on our UCalgary Careers Webpage:
https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/16095374-three-year-limited-term-assistant-professor-position-in-the-division-of-linguistics
Please be aware that the application allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents):
• A letter of interest that details how you meet the requirements of the position
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae
• Two samples of scholarly writing
• A statement of teaching philosophy and a teaching dossier, which must include, at minimum, two sample syllabi and summaries of the quantitative and qualitative results of two sets of course evaluations, if available
• An equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) statement outlining your contributions or potential contributions to advancing a culture of equity and inclusion and your ability to work with a culturally diverse and international student body.
• Names and contact information for three referees
We will begin reviewing applications immediately after the posting closes, but applications for the position will remain open until filled.
For questions about the posting, please direct your inquiries to:
Dr. Stephen Winters, Chair
Division of Linguistics
School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures
Faculty of Arts
[email protected]
About Linguistics at the University of Calgary
The Division of Linguistics is housed within the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Calgary. We offer high-quality programs in linguistics at the BA, MA, and PhD levels. Our commitment to teaching excellence and student-centred research has helped us maintain consistent growth in our undergraduate enrolments over the last ten years while our MA and PhD programs have remained stable. We expect this growth to continue in the coming years as we focus on developing our research strengths in theoretically-informed experimental linguistics.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Arts, click here.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
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