Postdoctoral Associate in Applied Linguistics, Department of Linguistics

Description

The Department of Linguistics at Georgetown University invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral associate in Applied Linguistics to begin on January 1, 2026.

 

We seek an applied linguist with expertise in second language learning, teaching, assessment, or technology-based instruction, along with the use of quantitative or mixed methodological approaches. The successful candidate should have strong evidence or promise of research and publication and a record of successful teaching. Duties include teaching one course in Spring 2026 and one course in Fall 2026, some mentoring of students, and serving on one departmental committee. Salary is competitive.

 

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment.  Candidates must show strong promise of excellence in teaching as well as research.

 

Only applications received by October 31, 2025 will be considered. We welcome the interest of qualified scholars with a variety of perspectives and experiences.

 

Application Instructions:

Click on Apply Now to submit the following required materials:

1. Cover Letter

2. CV

3. The names and emails of 3 academic references

 

Applications are due by October 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

 

For questions related to this position, please contact:

 

Francesca Di Silvio

Department Administrator

disilvif@georgetown.edu

 

The projected salary range for this position is $55,000 to 60,000, which represents the full range of anticipated compensation for this position. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.