Assistant Professor of Computational Linguistics

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025. We seek a candidate with a documented record of research in computational linguistics that engages with theoretical and methodological questions relevant to general linguistics (e.g., in the areas of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics). Special consideration will be given to applicants whose work focuses on low resource languages and the application of natural language processing technology for the documentation and analysis of understudied languages. Teaching duties will include the development of new courses (in-person and/or online) in computational linguistics and natural language processing at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The teaching load is four courses per year. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Linguistics or in a related discipline in hand at the time of appointment. This position affords the possibility of collaboration with the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and the School of Computing. The Department of Linguistics and the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences are committed to multidisciplinary research, collaboration, and academic innovation. 

To apply, please visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/396665 and submit the following documents:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• research statement (max. 1 page)
• teaching statement (max. 1 page)
• representative writing sample
• unofficial transcripts of graduate coursework

You will also be asked to supply the names and e-mail addresses of three references. Reference providers will be sent an email through the UGAJobs system with instructions on how to submit their letters of recommendation. Questions related to this position may be directed to Dr. Chad Howe, Search Committee Chair, at chowe@uga.edu. To assure full consideration, application materials should be received by November 1, 2024.

 The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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