36.2657, Jobs: General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics and AI, University of South Carolina

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Subject: 36.2657, Jobs: General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics and AI, University of South Carolina

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Date: 04-Sep-2025
From: Emily Manetta [emanetta at mailbox.sc.edu]
Subject: General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics and AI, University of South Carolina


Job Location: USA
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics and AI
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Description:

The Linguistics Program in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences
at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for a
9-month, full-time, tenure-track position in Computational Linguistics
and Artificial Intelligence at the rank of Assistant Professor to
begin August 16, 2026. This interdisciplinary joint hire (with the
home department to be determined based on candidate’s specialization)
will be part of a university-wide cluster hire in Data Sciences,
Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Cyber security and aims to support
cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and Linguistics.
We seek applicants who will have a Ph.D. in Linguistics or closely
linked discipline with linguistics training by August 15, 2026. We
particularly welcome applicants whose research agenda in Linguistics
employs computational methods and whose work includes or leverages
Large Language Models (LLMs). Successful candidates may also
specialize in natural language processing (NLP) and/or machine
learning or may investigate other aspects of AI and language science.
The successful candidate must have and maintain an active program of
research and demonstrate the potential for securing extramural funding
as well as excellence in teaching and mentorship. The candidate must
be a dynamic educator willing to teach both undergraduate and graduate
courses serving their area of specialization and Linguistics
generally, with a typical teaching load of two courses per semester.
They will also be expected to mentor graduate students in linguistics
and participate in service to the broader USC community.
The Linguistics Program offers collaborative strength across
phonetics, syntax, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics and language
acquisition, as well as a strong graduate training program, providing
an ideal environment for cross-disciplinary mentorship and research.
The Linguistics Program is highly committed to both undergraduate and
graduate instruction and mentoring, offering an undergraduate
linguistics minor, and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Linguistics.
Information about the Program, its faculty and graduate students, and
its courses and curricula is available here:
https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/linguistics/
Applicants should apply online at USCJobs at
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193754 and must include (1) a cover
letter that discusses research interests and teaching experience, (2)
a Curriculum Vitae, and (3) contact information for three references.
Writing samples from selected applicants will be requested after a
preliminary screening, as will letters of reference and graduate
transcripts for applicants who advance to semi-finalist status. (If a
candidate has not yet defended their dissertation, a letter from their
dissertation director will need to confirm that the PhD will be
granted before the start of employment).
Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025 and continue
until the position is filled. Inquiries about this position may be
directed to the Search Committee Chair, Stanley Dubinsky
dubinsky at sc.edu.
>From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina
system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the
impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the
state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight
institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and
comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate, and Beaufort.
In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union,
Lancaster, and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s
degrees through a combination of in-person, online, or blended
learning. All of our system institutions place a strong emphasis on
service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in
South Carolina and beyond.
The greater Columbia area offers a high quality of life, rich cultural
offerings, and abundant recreational opportunities.
The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University
of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment
opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age,
ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial
status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression,
genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national
origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy,
childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions,
breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming
practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other
bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Mailing Address for Applications:
        1620 College Street
        John Welsh Humanities Building Suite 616
        Columbia SC 29208
        USA
Email Address for Applications: emanetta at mailbox.sc.edu
Web Address for Applications: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193754
Contact Information:
        Stanley Dubinsky
        Email: dubinsky at sc.edu



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