Assistant Professor in Applied Linguistics at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Department: World Languages / 0-1241-000

College: College of Arts & Sciences

Salary Plan: Regular

Salary Range: Negotiable

Position Summary:

The Department of World Languages at the University of South Florida invites applications for a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track position in Applied Linguistics at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 7, 2025. Salary is Negotiable.

Duties:

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Mentor graduate students.

Conduct, present, and publish research and engage in other professional activities.

Participate actively in Applied Linguistics B.A., M.A, and PhD program management as well as department, college, and university governance.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, or a closely related field (e.g., Second Language Acquisition or Second Language Studies) by August 7, 2025. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Excellent communication skills in English.

Experience teaching applied linguistics/linguistics courses.

Research experience in quantitative methods, working with big data, and/or corpus linguistics.

Publication record which indicates active research and scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Research interests related to (generative) artificial intelligence or cybersecurity.

Demonstrated success in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate applied linguistics courses.

Experience teaching English and/or another language

Ability to seek external funding for research and/or program development.

USF Tampa

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017")

Job Opening Number: 37962

Posting Date: 09/30/2024

Posting End Date: 11/22/2024

How To Apply

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE COMBINED ATTACHMENT .

You will need:

• a current CV
• cover letter
• evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations)
• a sample publication
• three letters of recommendation (to be sent by the recommenders or through online platforms such as Interfolio to the Department Operations Manager, Ms. Alana Harris, alana18@usf.edu )

Only online applications are accepted for this position. Click here for additional tutorial information.

To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu .

Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For disability accommodations, contact (Alana Harris) at alana18@usf.edu , a minimum of five working days in advance.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator. USF's Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Statement .

Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

Work Location

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About USF

The University of South Florida, a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF serves approximately 50,000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For four consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation's top 50 public universities, including USF's highest ranking ever in 2023 (No. 42). In 2023, USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities, a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through hundreds of millions of dollars in research activity each year and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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