FT Faculty Linguistics, may be under-filled with visitor - 130386

Job Title:  FT Faculty Linguistics, may be under-filled with visitor

Job Classification:  CFS Professorial

Posting close date: August 31, 2024

Start date of this position:  August 1, 2025

The Department of Linguistics at Brigham Young University is pleased to advertise a full-time faculty position in the field of linguistics for those at any career stage.  This Continuing Faculty Status-track (similar to tenure-track) position entails teaching courses, conducting research and mentoring students at the BA and MA levels.  We seek student-focused candidates who are capable of teaching courses in core areas of linguistics.  While not necessary, a background in semantics and/or pragmatics that would allow for teaching at higher levels in these areas would be valuable. 

Candidates will be expected to enthusiastically and vigorously contribute to the teaching and mentoring of students in our department's undergraduate majors in Linguistics and Applied English Linguistics, as well as our MA in Linguistics.  Ability to contribute to our other programs, including an MA in TESOL, BA in Editing and Publishing and a minor in linguistic computing is also desirable.  In the BYU Department of Linguistics, we pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration and mutual support, which upholds superior teaching and fosters the flourishing of faculty research in a spectrum of exciting areas.  

Required Degree:  Ph.D. in Linguistics or related field.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:   

All candidates must have:

--Proficiency to teach courses in core areas of linguistics.  See course listings in associated programs: catalog.byuedu/programs/34637 ; catalog.byu.edu/programs/34636 ; gradstudies.byu.edu/linguistics-ma .

--Dedication to innovative teaching focused on student growth and lifelong learning.

--Commitment to mentoring students effectively in and out of class.  Ability to contribute to linguistics thesis committees as a reader and/or as a chair.

--Willingness to support student faith through obvious commitment to the religious expectations of the sponsoring institution, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

--Evident potential for or substantiated record of scholarly research and/or a well-defined research agenda.

Ideal candidates would have some of the following:

--Keenness to collaborate with students on diverse research projects, both faculty-led and student-driven.

--Ability to bridge personal scholarship with other programs in the department.

--Mission-aligned scholarship that can be readily connected with BYU emphases on multilingualism, family, religion, human flourishing, and constitutional government.

Duties/Expectations: Under a 10-month contract, primary responsibilities will encompass:

--Teaching six courses annually, predominantly within the Linguistics BA, Applied English Linguistics BA and Linguistics MA, but also possibly in other department programs (ling.byu.edu/all-programs )

--Continually updating and refining teaching and mentoring techniques with a commitment to engaging and educating learners effectively.

--Conducting original research and disseminating that research in reputable peer-reviewed journals, books, or other scholarly outlets.

--Mentoring students in linguistic research, research presentations, peer-reviewed article publication, and applying for funding.

--Contributing to other departmental or college duties, including student advising, thesis chairing, program coordination, committee service, and shared governance. 

Consider these compelling reasons to apply for a position at BYU in the Linguistics Department:

--Faith-based Faculty Experience:  Connect your commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ with academic pursuits.  Support the spiritual growth of students through weekly campus-wide devotionals and the intertwining of faith and academic excellence in class. 

--Family-friendly Environment:  Be part of a community that values family and work-life balance.

--Generous Faculty Benefits:  Beyond academia, enjoy perks like spouse and family tuition reductions, along with discounts on memberships, goods, and off-campus services.  Also get exceptional health care and retirement benefits including 401K employer matching, in addition to typically qualifying for parental leave.  

--Linguistics Department Support:  Benefit from department resources.  Faculty typically receive substantial annual travel funding to present at conferences to showcase research globally in preparation for dissemination through publication.  

--Stimulating Research Groups:  Engage in existing well-funded disciplinary and interdisciplinary research groups and propose your own in order to support your research agenda.

--College-provided Research Opportunities:  Access generous research funding through BYU's College of Humanities (e.g., grants for research assistant wages, student and faculty travel expenses, and vital materials and software for scholarly endeavors).

--Picturesque Utah Valley and Recreational Opportunities:  Immerse yourself in Utah Valley's captivating landscape.  Explore outdoor pursuits like hiking, skiing, and camping, striking a balance between work and leisure.

--Nurturing Excellence and Community:  Thrive in a community dedicated to excellence, innovation, collaboration, and belonging.  Connect with colleagues who share your educational and scholarly passion.  

Starting rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Information required at the time of application - Please list the individual contact information for each of your three recommenders on the faculty application. At some point during the selection process, they may be contacted to submit their letters of reference electronically

Document(s) required at the time of application - Please attach your Mission Alignment Statement, updated Curriculum Vitae, and cover letter to the faculty application.

Mission Alignment Statement: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it ¿bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel¿ (Spencer W. Kimball). 

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education (https://aims.byu.edu/).

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Equal Opportunity Employer: m/f/Vets/Disability

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer.  All faculty are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.