37.3428, Jobs: General Linguistics: Professor in Theoretical Linguistics, University of Cambridge

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Subject: 37.3428, Jobs: General Linguistics: Professor in Theoretical Linguistics, University of Cambridge

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Date: 19-Oct-2026
From: Napoleon Katsos [nk248 at cam.ac.uk]
Subject: General Linguistics: Professor in Theoretical Linguistics, University of Cambridge


Job Location: England, United Kingdom
Web Address:
https://www.mmll.cam.ac.uk/subjects/theoretical-and-applied-linguistics
Job Title: Professor in Theoretical Linguistics
Job Rank: Full Professor
Salary: A competitive salary will be offered

Minimum Education: PhD

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Other Specialties: Theoretical Linguistics
Description:
The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Theoretical Linguistics
in the University of Cambridge invite applications for this
Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field
of the Professorship (broadly understood) to take up appointment on 1
October 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international
stature in theoretical linguistics and the vision, leadership,
experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining
and developing a global research presence. They will hold a PhD or
equivalent postgraduate qualification.
Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining,
supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in
Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered.
Visit the following page and click the 'Apply' button to register an
account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and
apply online:
https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/professorship-of-theoretical-linguistics-gn51420
For further information on the application process please contact the
Human Resources, email: professorships at admin.cam.ac.uk.
Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of
current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae and a
publications list, along with details of three referees should be made
online no later than 30 November 2026.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Napoleon Katsos
(Convenor of Board of Electors and Head of Department;
nk248 at cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference GN51420 on your application and in any
correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and
encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are
eligible to live and work in the UK.

Application Deadline: 30-Nov-2026
Web Address for Applications:
https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/professorship-of-theoretical-linguistics-gn51420
Contact Information:
        Napoleon Katsos
        Email: nk248 at cam.ac.uk


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