Visiting Assistant Professor of Linguistics
Haverford College
Haverford, PA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 27, 2024
Haverford College invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in the Tri-College Department of Linguistics for the 2024-2025 academic year, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.
The Tri-College Department of Linguistics at Haverford College seeks to hire a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2024-2025 academic year, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year pending a successful review and departmental staffing needs. (Haverford College Linguistics is part of the Tri-College Department of Linguistics, which also includes Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore Colleges.)
Candidates will be expected to teach five courses a year, including Introduction to Linguistics, Introduction to Syntax, and an introductory course or advanced seminar in their area of expertise. We seek candidates interested in thoughtful, creative, and engaged pedagogical practices. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to creating an inclusive classroom environment where a diverse student body can learn and thrive.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Linguistics. The appointment begins July 1, 2024 and classes begin on September 3. It is expected that the Ph.D. will be completed prior to the start date, but ABD candidates will be considered.
Candidates should submit (i) a cover letter; (ii) a current CV; (iii) a teaching statement (3 pages maximum) which addresses the candidate's teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and teaching interests, including a list of courses the candidate would be interested in teaching; (iv) and arrange for 2 letters of reference to be sent, at least one of which addresses the candidate's teaching skills and/or potential. All materials should be submitted through Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/141809). Review of applications will begin on March 25, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Questions about the position should be sent to Jane Chandlee (jchandlee [at] haverford.edu). For technical questions, please contact Interfolio directly at 877-997-8807 or help [at] interfolio.com. For more information about the College and the Tri-College department of Linguistics, see https://www.haverford.edu/linguistics.
Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply. Haverford College and our consortial partners are located on Lenape lands.
