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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor - English Linguistics
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM HSS - Department of English (Brannon W Costello (00004845))
Work Location:
0244C O.K. Allen Hall
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Department of English at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Linguistics, beginning in August of 2026.
Located in Baton Rouge, LSU is the flagship land-grant institution in Louisiana and a Research 1 (R1) University. We support research and teaching in a broad range of fields and many interdisciplinary programs.
Requirements: Ph.D.in Linguistics, or in related field by the time the position begins; record of publication or strong promise of future scholarly achievement. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach and direct research in sociolinguistics or language acquisition. We especially welcome applicants who bring creative and forward-looking approaches to the study of language in society (i.e., innovative methodologies, digital technologies), or who can contribute to Departmental strengths in regional studies (the U.S. South, Mississippi Delta, the Caribbeans, the Gulf).
Teaching Expectations: The teaching load is 2/2 and consists mostly of undergraduate courses (e.g., Descriptive English Grammar, Dialects of English, Introduction to Linguistics, Topics in Language Studies) and graduate seminars in the area of faculty specialization. The new hire will have the opportunity to design new courses of their interest and collaborate with existing interdisciplinary programs and initiatives.
Research Expectations: Competitive candidates should maintain an active scholarly profile on par with the expectations of an R1 institution. The College provides support for research and faculty development.
Application Deadline: November 10, 2025.
Application Process: All materials should be submitted electronically at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU; you can also find a copy of the ad there.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Special Instructions
Application Materials:
1. Letter of application (2 pages)
2. Current CV
3. Research statement describing the current research program (2-3 pages)
4. A representative research writing sample (30 pages max)
5. Names (with contact information) of three referees from whom we may request confidential letters of recommendation.
Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted on Zoom in mid-December 2025.
Questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges may be addressed to the English Department administrator, Mr. Richard Landry, at
[email protected]Posting Date:
November 17, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 19, 2025
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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