37.2250, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor, Applied Linguistics/TESOL, University of Memphis

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Subject: 37.2250, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor, Applied Linguistics/TESOL, University of Memphis

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Date: 02-Jul-2026
From: Lyn Wright [Lyn.Wright at memphis.edu]
Subject: Applied Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor, Applied Linguistics/TESOL, University of Memphis


Job Location: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Web Address: https://www.memphis.edu/english/
Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor, Applied Linguistics/TESOL
Job Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor

Minimum Education: Ph.D.

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics

Other Specialties: TESOL
Description:
Job Description:
The Department of English at the University of Memphis seeks
candidates for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Applied
Linguistics and TESOL. The position is non-renewable and contingent
upon funding. It begins Fall 2026 and ends with the conclusion of the
Spring 2027 semester. We welcome applications from applied linguists
who can contribute to our current foci in language teaching and
learning, English language teacher education, critical pedagogy,
language and cognition, and language assessment, among others.
The successful candidate will contribute to the AL/TESOL curriculum
and strengthen interdisciplinary and community ties with the local
TESOL educators.
The department offers degrees in English with concentrations in TESOL
at the undergraduate and Master's level and Applied Linguistics at the
Undergraduate, Master's, and Doctoral level. Students may complete the
M.A or PhD online. The Applied Linguistics Program also offers a
15-credit-hour graduate certificate program in TESOL, conducts a
summer EFL institute in Pilsen, Czech Republic, and works closely with
local school systems. See the department website at
https://www.memphis.edu/english/ for more information.
The teaching load for this full-time position is 3/3. Salary is
competitive and based on experience.
All applications will be managed through the University’s online
application system, WorkForUM, available here. We urge all qualified
applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on
qualifications as they relate to position.
Responsibilities:
The teaching load for this full-time position is 3/3.  The successful
candidate will contribute to the AL/TESOL curriculum and strengthen
interdisciplinary and community ties with the local TESOL educators.
Qualifications:
PhD in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or TESOL and/or related field
(ABD will be considered). Ph.D. preferred by May 2026.
Evidence of teaching excellence
Willingness to follow department-directed course objectives and
outcomes.
Evidence of initial scholarly achievement and a clearly articulated
research agenda pertinent to TESOL/Applied Linguistics.
Special Conditions:
Special preference given to candidates with expertise in one or more
of the following areas: language assessment, phonetics/phonology,
technology and language teaching, and to candidates with research
and/or teaching experience in K-12 ESL settings.
Interest in writing grants, developing international programs, and
conducting classroom-based research.
Required Documents:
 - Curriculum vitae
 - Cover letter
 - Teaching philosophy
 - Unofficial transcript
 - Three recommendation letters
Deadline: Review of applications will begin on July 13, 2026, and
continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
on a full-time basis through May 2027. We are unable to sponsor or
take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications:
https://ibqajb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/577
Application Instructions:
Please apply via the link above.
Required Documents:
 - Curriculum vitae
 - Cover letter
 - Teaching philosophy
 - Unofficial transcript
 - Three recommendation letters
Contact Information:
        Lyn Wright
        Email: Lyn.Wright at memphis.edu



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