37.2929, Jobs: Computational Linguistics, Philosophy of Language: Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics, University of California, Davis

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Subject: 37.2929, Jobs: Computational Linguistics, Philosophy of Language: Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics, University of California, Davis

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Date: 14-Sep-2026
From: Angus Chang [aychang at ucdavis.edu]
Subject: Computational Linguistics, Philosophy of Language: Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics, University of California, Davis


Job Location: USA
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: A reasonable estimate for this position is $117000

Minimum Education: Ph.D.

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Philosophy of Language

Description:
University of California, Davis
Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics
The Departments of Philosophy and Linguistics at the University of
California, Davis invite applications for a joint tenure-track
position at the rank of Assistant Professor, specializing in research
questions at the intersection of philosophy of language and
theoretical/computational linguistics. A successful candidate is
expected to be active in both departments. The anticipated start date
is July 1, 2027.
We seek a scholar whose research and teaching bridge philosophy,
linguistics, and modern computational methods, including formal
(symbolic) models, neural language models, and other formal or
computational systems. We welcome candidates working on areas such as:
semantics and pragmatics, morphology and syntax of natural languages,
philosophy of linguistics, language evolution and change, AI
interpretability or alignment, and computational models of
communication. We are especially interested in candidates whose work
addresses how meaning, reasoning, linguistic structure, or grammar is
represented and processed in generative AI systems.
The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment in the
Department of Philosophy and the Department of Linguistics and will be
expected to develop a robust, externally fundable research program
alongside a strong record of teaching and mentorship at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will
contribute to core curricula in both departments, and the Cognitive
Science program. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy,
Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, or a closely related
field by the start of the appointment. Candidates should demonstrate
strong potential for excellence in research and teaching at the
intersection of philosophy, linguistics, and computational/AI methods.
Applicants should submit: curriculum vitae, a cover letter that
clearly states reasons for the candidate’s interest in the position,
qualifications, and a summary of academic trajectory; statements of
research and teaching interests, official graduate transcripts, one
writing sample (publication, submitted manuscript, or dissertation
chapter), and three letters of recommendation through the online
application system found at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07874.
This recruitment is conducted at the Assistant rank. The resulting
hire will be at the Assistant rank, regardless of the proposed
appointee’s qualifications. Appointment level and salary are
commensurate with experience. A reasonable estimate for this position
is $117,000 to $143,700. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications received by November 15, 2026 will receive full initial
consideration. The University of California, Davis, is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional
commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and
staff.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07874
Contact Information:
        Angus Chang
        Email: aychang at ucdavis.edu



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