36.2904, Jobs: English; Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor - English Linguistics, Louisiana State University

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Subject: 36.2904, Jobs: English; Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor - English Linguistics, Louisiana State University

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Date: 26-Sep-2025
From: Brannon Costello [english at lsu.edu]
Subject: English; Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor - English Linguistics, Louisiana State University


Job Location: Baton Rouge, Lousiana, USA
Web Address: https://lsu.edu/hss/english/
Job Title: Assistant Professor - English Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics

Specialty Language(s): English (eng)

Description:
The Department of English at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Linguistics,
beginning in August of 2026.
Located in Baton Rouge, LSU is the flagship land-grant institution in
Louisiana and a Research 1 (R1) University. We support research and
teaching in a broad range of fields and many interdisciplinary
programs.
Requirements: Ph.D.in Linguistics, or in related field by the time the
position begins; record of publication or strong promise of future
scholarly achievement. Preference will be given to candidates who can
teach and direct research in sociolinguistics or language acquisition.
We especially welcome applicants who bring creative and
forward-looking approaches to the study of language in society (i.e.,
innovative methodologies, digital technologies), or who can contribute
to Departmental strengths in regional studies (the U.S. South,
Mississippi Delta, the Caribbeans, the Gulf). Qualifications: at least
an M.A. in English as a Second Language and/or Linguistics, evidence
of outstanding teaching in ESL, familiarity with OPI (oral proficiency
interview) technique. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Prior
experience teaching ESL in higher education, ITA (international
teaching assistant) training, experience teaching English Composition
at the university level.
Teaching Expectations: The teaching load is 2/2 and consists mostly of
undergraduate courses (e.g., Descriptive English Grammar, Dialects of
English, Introduction to Linguistics, Topics in Language Studies) and
graduate seminars in the area of faculty specialization. The new hire
will have the opportunity to design new courses of their interest and
collaborate with existing interdisciplinary programs and initiatives.
Research Expectations: Competitive candidates should maintain an
active scholarly profile on par with the expectations of an R1
institution. The College provides support for research and faculty
development.
Application Deadline: November 10, 2025.
Application Process: All materials should be submitted electronically
at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU; you can also find a copy of
the ad there.
Application Materials:
1. Letter of application (2 pages)
2. Current CV
3. Research statement describing the current research program (2-3
pages)
4. A representative research writing sample (30 pages max)
5. Names (with contact information) of three referees from whom we may
request confidential letters of recommendation.
Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your
application. Attachments are limited to five.
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted on Zoom in mid-December 2025.
Questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or
salary ranges may be addressed to the English Department
administrator, Mr. Richard Landry, at rland26 at lsu.edu
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 10, 2025
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a
satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and
their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance;
flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options;
paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified
positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts;
and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be
employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource
Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not
limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered
benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will
not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with
attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or
reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources
Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR at lsu.edu.  For questions
or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges,
please contact the department using the information provided in the
Special Instructions section of this job posting.

Application Deadline: 10-Nov-2025
Mailing Address for Applications:
        USA
Web Address for Applications:
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/0244C-OK-Allen-Hall/Assistant-Professor---English-Linguistics_R00109804
Contact Information:
        Richard Landry
        Email: rland26 at lsu.edu



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