37.3464, Jobs: Phonology: Assistant Professor in Phonology - Tenure Track, University of Washington

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Subject: 37.3464, Jobs: Phonology: Assistant Professor in Phonology - Tenure Track, University of Washington

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Date: 21-Oct-2026
From: Barbara Citko [bcitko at uw.edu]
Subject: Phonology: Assistant Professor in Phonology - Tenure Track, University of Washington


Job Location: WA, USA
Web Address: https://linguistics.washington.edu/
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Phonology - Tenure Track
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $7,079 - $10,600 per month

Minimum Education: PhD

Specialty Areas: Phonology

Description:
The Department of Linguistics at the University of Washington invites
applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in
Phonology, with an anticipated start date of September 2027.  We seek
applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research,
teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.
The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis
for a nine-month academic appointment with a three-year renewable
term.
The base salary range for this position will be $7,079 - $10,600 per
month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated
by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The Linguistics Department hosts a vibrant community of scholars
dedicated to the study of language as a natural phenomenon. The
Department has 19 faculty members, 142 undergraduate majors, 25 PhD
students, 87 MS students and a sizable number of ASL and Linguistics
minors. All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in
teaching, research, and service.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applications are
encouraged from scholars specializing in phonology whose research
complements and builds on the existing strengths of our department. We
especially encourage applications from scholars who work on languages
other than English (including signed languages, endangered or
under-studied languages, and stigmatized linguistic varieties), employ
laboratory-based approaches, and/or conduct fieldwork. Successful
candidates will be expected to teach at undergraduate and graduate
levels, conduct independent research, and supervise student research.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree, or foreign equivalent, in
Linguistics or a related field, in hand by the end of July 2027.
Application Instructions:
Priority will be given to applications received by December 15, 2026.
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio:
https://apply.interfolio.com/195419 .The position will remain open
until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
 - Cover letter of no more than 1 page detailing your interest in the
position, relevant qualifications, and experience
 - Curriculum Vitae
 - Research statement of no more than 2 pages
 - Teaching statement of no more than 2 pages
 - Two sample publications
 - Three letters of recommendation
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future
plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense
of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
If you have any questions, please contact Gina-Anne Levow
(levow at uw.edu)
Linguistics Department Phone: 206-543-2046
Application Process:
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this
search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and
can send all application materials, including confidential letters of
recommendation, free of charge.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Equal Opportunity:
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive,
respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity
employer, the University considers applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship,
sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran
status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81
(https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/).
Benefits Information:
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our
faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits
information (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/).
Privacy Notice:
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration
and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services:
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and
reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities,
education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To
request disability accommodation in the application process, contact
the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso at uw.edu.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/195419
Contact Information:
        Gina-Anne Levow
        Email: levow at uw.edu
        Phone: Linguistics Dept: 206-543-2046


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