Postdoctoral Research Associate in Linguistics

Princeton University, United States

Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Princeton, NEW JERSEY
Through the Council of the Humanities, the Program in Linguistics at Princeton University invites applications for one or more Postdoctoral Research Associate (or more senior) research positions in linguistics. 

The ideal candidates will have a strong background in phonology or morphology. Applicants should discuss in their research statement the projects (or types of projects) that they would hope to undertake at Princeton. The position(s) will be supervised by two faculty members, depending on applicants' research focus. 

The successful candidate(s) may be invited to teach one course for Linguistics per semester, pending sufficient enrollments and with the approval of the Office of the Dean of the Faculty, and may engage in a small amount of undergraduate independent work advising. When teaching or advising, the successful candidate(s) will carry a secondary rank of Lecturer. In addition, they will be expected to participate in the intellectual life of the Program in Linguistics.

A PhD in Linguistics or relevant discipline is required. The Term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. The starting date for these positions is expected to be September 1, 2025.

Interested candidates must apply online via the application link https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/position/38201 with:
 - A cover letter,
 - CV,
 - Two scholarly papers,
 - A research statement, and
 - Contact information for three references.

For fullest consideration, please apply by April 11, 2025 11:59 (EST). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a final decision is made. Letters of reference will be solicited as needed.

This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

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