37.3556, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Subject: 37.3556, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Date: 28-Oct-2026
From: Jennifer L Purdy [purdy at mit.edu]
Subject: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology


Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Computational Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics

Description:
The Department of Linguistics and Philosophy together with the
Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC) at the Massachusetts Institute
of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge MA invites applications for a
position in computational linguistics at the level of a tenure-track
Assistant Professor, starting July 1, 2027, or as soon thereafter as
possible.
We seek candidates whose research connects productively with current
issues in core areas of linguistic theory as they interface with core
computational questions. The successful candidate will have a PhD in
Linguistics, Computer Science or a related field, and will be expected
to participate in research, teaching and advising in Linguistics and
in SCC. A PhD is required by the start of employment.
The successful candidate will have a shared appointment in both the
Department of Linguistics and Philosophy and SCC in either the
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) or
the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS), depending on best
fit. Faculty duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate
courses in computational linguistics and related educational programs
of SCC; conducting research; and advising undergraduate and graduate
students. The normal teaching load is three subjects per year.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae,
copies of research papers, evidence of teaching ability, and contact
information for at least three referees. In addition, the application
should include a statement outlining the applicant's research
interests, previous achievements, and plans, as well as the broader
questions that this research promises to engage with.
The pay range for a 9-month academic appointment at the entry-level
Assistant Professor rank (excluding summer salary): $135,000 –
$138,000.
MIT provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what
the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of
posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be
based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and
responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and
education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal
requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not
include any other benefits or compensation.
Please submit online applications to
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/33177.
Review of applications will begin on December 11, 2026. To ensure full
consideration, applications should be complete by this date, but we
will consider all applications submitted until the position is filled.
MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly
encourage applications from individuals from all identities and
backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable
consideration for employment based on their experience and
qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy,
religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or
national or ethnic origin. See MIT's full policy on nondiscrimination:
https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsibilities-within-mit-community/94-nondiscrimination.
Know your rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a
satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of
misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications:
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/33177
Contact Information:
        Shota Momma
        Email: smomma at mit.edu


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