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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 two Temporary Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Linguistics & Cognitive Science. The appointment is expected to begin on August 16, 2025, and will run until August 31, 2026, with the possibility of renewal for up to a maximum of three years.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach, advise, and mentor undergraduate students majoring or minoring in Cognitive Science and/or Linguistics, with some possibilities for graduate level teaching and mentoring. Some service may also be required. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, or a related field. They will also demonstrate teaching excellence and a strong commitment to teaching and advising. The candidate is expected to teach a minimum of three courses per semester from the following list: Introduction to Cognitive Science; Introduction to Linguistics; Language, Mind, Society; Science of Language; Topics in Cognitive Science; Psycholinguistics; Neurolinguistics; Structure of English; Second Language Acquisition & Bilingualism. Teaching breadth is desired, although the candidate is not expected to have expertise in all of these areas.

THE DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND COGNITIVE SCIENCE AT UD: The Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at the University of Delaware (https://www.lingcogsci.udel.edu) is within the College of Arts and Sciences. The department runs a Ph.D. program in Linguistics, a Master’s degree in Linguistics and Cognitive Science, a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics. Our largest undergraduate population is in the Cognitive Science major, which houses a concentration in Speech Language Pathology. The department is committed to a climate of mutual respect among all individuals. Faculty in the department have opportunities for teaching growth and development at the Center for Teaching and Assessment of Learning (https://ctal.udel.edu/).

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware offers exceptional educational experiences including integrated instruction, research and public engagement. With 24 academic departments and more than 25 centers, programs and institutes, the College serves close to 7,000 undergraduate students and over 1,000 graduate students with CAS majors, but also every single University student through foundational course work. The College’s 600 faculty members emphasize the enduring value of an arts and science education and share a deep commitment to excellence in scholarship and all forms of creative and intellectual expression. The College has departments in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, and features outstanding research and teaching facilities. Faculty and staff encourage and support innovative interdisciplinary collaborations and students engage local, national and global audiences through research and creative activity. With annual research expenditures of approximately $38 million and growing, the College currently houses several large, interdisciplinary grants with significant funding from the NIH and NSF.

The University of Delaware (www.udel.edu) is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education, combining tradition and innovation. UD provides equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin on July 3, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter which outlines their qualifications for and interest in the position, a statement of teaching that outlines experience/qualifications and approaches to teaching, and supporting materials such as sample syllabi and/or teaching evaluations. The applicant should also provide two letters of recommendation. Application materials should be submitted at http://www.udel.edu/careers. For additional information, please contact Robin Andreasen, Chair of the Search Committee, robina@udel.edu.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation packages are highly competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The UD benefits package is one of the best in the nation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

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