36.3578, Jobs: Cognitive Science: Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Linguistics and Cognitive Science, The University of Chicago

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Subject: 36.3578, Jobs: Cognitive Science: Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Linguistics and Cognitive Science, The University of Chicago

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Date: 20-Nov-2025
From: Tracy L. Davis [tracyd at uchicago.edu]
Subject: Cognitive Science: Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Linguistics and Cognitive Science, The University of Chicago

Job Location: IL, USA
Web Address: https://linguistics.uchicago.edu/
Job Title: Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Linguistics and
Cognitive Science
Job Rank: Other
Salary: $75,676-$98,000

Minimum Education: PhD in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Computer
Science, or a related field

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science

Description:
The Department of Linguistics invites applications for a position as
an Instructional Professor (open rank) in Linguistics and Cognitive
Science with an expected start date of September 1, 2026, or as soon
as possible thereafter. The selected candidate will be appointed at
the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional
Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and
educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 2
years, with longer initial terms possible depending on qualifications
and initial rank. Review and progression schedule are determined by a
collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service
Employees International Union.
Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching
normally consists of 5-6 courses per year on the quarter system.
Possible courses include, but are not limited to, “Cognitive Models,”
“Quantitative Research Methods,” “Psycholinguistics,” “Language
Processing,” “Language and Memory,” “Mind, Brain and Meaning,”
“Contemporary Topics in Cognitive Science,” and “Artificial
Intelligence.” Service duties may include advising undergraduate
theses, teaching independent studies, or other program-specific
duties. Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage
in regular professional development.
Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Assistant Instructional Professor: $75,676-$81,729; Associate
Instructional Professor: $81,730-$88,459; Instructional Professor:
$88,460-$98,000 (academic year 2026-2027). This base pay range is for
a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The
position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a
wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees,
including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the
benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have a PhD in Linguistics, Cognitive
Science, Computer Science, or a related field completed prior to the
start of the appointment, and experience teaching at the university or
post-secondary level. We especially seek applicants with experience
teaching and/or the ability to teach computational cognitive modeling
of language and other cognitive processes.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of
Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/177960 by 10:59
PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on January 5, 2026:
 - CV
 - Cover letter
 - Teaching statement
 - Sample syllabi
 - Contact information for three references
Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the
initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Chris
Kennedy at ck at uchicago.edu.
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered
by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the
Service Employees International Union. This position is contingent
upon budgetary approval.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic
origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a
disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other
protected classes under the law. For additional information please see
the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the
application process should call 773-834-3988 or email
equalopportunity at uchicago.edu with their request.

Application Deadline: 05-Jan-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        USA
Email Address for Applications: ck at uchicago.edu
Web Address for Applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/177960
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of
Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/177960 by 10:59
PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on January 5, 2026:
 - CV
 - Cover letter
 - Teaching statement
 - Sample syllabi
 - Contact information for three references
Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the
initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Chris
Kennedy at ck at uchicago.edu.
Contact Information:
        Chris Kennedy
        Email: ck at uchicago.edu

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