36.6, Jobs: English; Language Acquisition; Phonology: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Phonological Development, University of Delaware

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Date: 06-Jan-2025
From: Arild Hestvik [hestvik at udel.edu]
Subject: Jobs: English; Language Acquisition; Phonology: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Phonological Development, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, USA


Job Location: Newark, Delaware, USA
Web Address: https://lingcogsci.udel.edu
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Phonological
Development
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Description:
The Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science in the College of
Arts and Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor,
Tenure-track, in phonological development. The position is expected to
begin on August 16, 2025. Applicants for this position should have a
Ph.D. in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Psychology or a related
field. The Ph.D. must be in hand prior to the start of the
appointment. We seek individuals who demonstrate the drive and vision
to develop an innovative, cutting edge and internationally recognized
research program in phonological development.  The successful
candidate is expected to teach graduate level language acquisition and
phonology courses, as well as undergraduate courses on first language
development. The candidate is expected to teach a subset of the
following courses: Introduction to Linguistics, Science of Language,
Introduction to Phonology, First Language Acquisition, Second Language
Acquisition, graduate level phonology, and Acquisition of Phonology.
They will also be expected to offer graduate seminars in areas of
their specialization. Other duties include supervision of graduate
students, undergraduate advising, involvement in curricular
development, and performance of service at departmental, college and
university levels. The candidate will be leading the Phonology
Laboratory. It is desirable that applicants will be likely to attract
significant external grants to fund their research.
QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  We are seeking an exceptional
candidate in Phonological Development. The successful candidate should
have a Ph.D. in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, or a related field,
have a strong research program in Phonological Development, and
demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching. Candidates must be
able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in phonology,
language acquisition, and general linguistics.
Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at UD:  The Department
of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at the University of Delaware is
within the College Arts and Sciences. The department runs an
internationally renowned Ph.D. program in Linguistics, a Master’s
degree program in Linguistics and Cognitive Science, a Bachelor of
Science degree in Cognitive Science, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Linguistics. The department also offers, via a university-wide
Cognitive Science Committee, an interdisciplinary certificate in
Cognitive Science as part of graduate degrees across schools and
departments. The department is part of a university-wide Cognitive
Science community and participates in a new Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Program in Neuroscience which the candidate can engage in. The
department also has ties to the Department of Communication Sciences
and Disorders. Research can also be conducted at the University of
Delaware  Center for Biomedical and Brain Imaging, an 11,600 square
foot research facility houses a Siemens 3T Magnetom Prisma scanner,
equipped with state-of-the-art MR-compatible visual and auditory
stimulation equipment, eye-tracking, response devices, and
physiological measurement hardware.
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 30 centers, programs and institutes, the College serves over
7,000 undergraduate students and 1,000 graduate students with CAS
majors, but also every single University student through foundational
course work. The College’s 580 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
$30 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. The university recognizes and values the importance of
diversity and inclusion in enriching the experience of its employees
and in supporting its academic mission.  We are committed to
attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and
backgrounds, and we strongly encourage applications from educators
from under-represented groups. UD provides equal access to and
opportunity in 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 January 24, 2025.
Applicants should upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae,
and contact information for three references.  Letters of
recommendation will be requested at time of application submission.
For additional information, please contact Professor Arild Hestvik,
hestvik at 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
Notice of Non-Discrimination, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status,
disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs
and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs
as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University
of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual
harassment and sexual violence.
Applications close: Open until filled

Application Deadline: 24-Jan-2025
Mailing Address for Applications:
        USA
Email Address for Applications: udtalentlink at udel.edu
Web Address for Applications:
https://careers.udel.edu/cw/en-us/job/501533/assistant-professor-tenure-track-department-of-linguistics-and-cognitive-science
Contact Information:
        Professor Arild Hestvik
        Email: hestvik at udel.edu



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