37.2706, Jobs: Syntax: Assistant Professor in Syntax, The University of Chicago

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LINGUIST List: Vol-37-2706. Wed Aug 19 2026. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 37.2706, Jobs: Syntax: Assistant Professor in Syntax, The University of Chicago

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Date: 18-Aug-2026
From: Tracy L. Davis [tracyd at uchicago.edu]
Subject: Syntax: Assistant Professor in Syntax, The University of Chicago

Job Location: IL, USA
Web Address: https://linguistics.uchicago.edu/
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Syntax
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $90,000-$120,000

Minimum Education: PhD in a relevant field must be completed prior to
the start of the appointment.

Specialty Areas: Syntax

Description:
The Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in
Syntax, with an expected start date of July 1, 2027, or as soon as
possible thereafter.
The selected candidate will pursue their own research agenda,
collaborate with faculty in the Department of Linguistics and other
areas of the Division of the Arts & Humanities and University, and
teach in both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. The teaching
load for tenure-track positions is typically four courses per year on
the quarter system. Additional responsibilities include advising at
all levels of the program, and service on departmental and university
committees.
Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Assistant Professor: $90,000-$120,000; 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 will have an active research agenda resulting
in publication in leading venues in their field or the potential to
develop such a publication record, as well as the ability or potential
to be an excellent teacher and mentor at the undergraduate and
graduate levels. Applicants must specialize in syntax, broadly
construed, but will ideally have wide intellectual engagement in
linguistics. The department welcomes additional research interests,
skills, or secondary expertise in an area that complements or enhances
existing strengths in the department. Applicants must be able to teach
in the University’s core curriculum, as well as general linguistics
courses and courses at all levels in syntax, including seminars, and
provide research mentoring.
All requirements for receipt of a PhD in a relevant field must be
completed prior to the start of the appointment.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of
Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/191616 by 10:59
PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on October 18, 2026:
 - CV
 - Cover letter
 - Research statement
 - Teaching statement
 - Two publications or writing samples representative of work in your
area(s) of expertise
 - The names and contact information of three recommenders who may be
asked to provide letters on behalf of the applicant
Applicants will be asked to provide a teaching statement and other
additional materials following the initial review of applications.
Questions may be directed to Tracy L. Davis at tracyd at uchicago.edu.
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: 18-Oct-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        USA
Web Address for Applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/191616
Contact Information:
        Tracy L Davis
        Email: tracyd at uchicago.edu
        Phone: 7737028522

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