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Lecturer - Department of Linguistics

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $68,247 - $70,295

Application Window

Open date: February 7, 2025

Most recent review date: Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Linguistics at the University of California at Davis invites applications for one or more temporary teaching positions in Linguistics for the 2024-25 academic year. Availability of this position depends upon final administrative approval and the teaching needs of the department. The Department seeks applicants with demonstrated research and teaching expertise. A completed Ph.D. degree in Linguistics or related field is required. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Unit. A reasonable estimate for this position at 100% is $68,247 - $70,295.

The candidate should have a strong background in general linguistics, and should be able to teach lower division courses in either general linguistics or sociolinguistics. Experience working with teaching assistants is preferred. Practical knowledge of Canvas, a class management system, is a plus. Appointments will be on a quarter by quarter basis depending on need.

Compensation is commensurate with ability and experience. Candidates should electronically submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability, and list of references to: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF06978. To ensure review of your application, please submit all materials by February 15, 2025, but materials will be accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Ph.D. in Linguistics or related field is required

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Demonstrated teaching expertise

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

The candidate should have a strong background in general linguistics, and should be able to teach lower division courses in either general linguistics or sociolinguistics. Experience working with teaching assistants is preferred. Practical knowledge of Canvas, a class management system, is a plus.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Letter of Application

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Evidence of Teaching Ability - Teaching evaluations, course materials, etc.

  • Additional Information (Optional)

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.

  • Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements
  • 1-3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06978

Help contact: aychang@ucdavis.edu

About UC Davis

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration.

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Job location

Davis, CA