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Classification Minimum Requirements: Candidates must hold a PhD in linguistics, completed by August 15, 2026 and have experience teaching undergraduate Linguistics courses. Ability to teach and develop a variety of general linguistics courses.
Job No: 537100 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Humanities Department: 16300000 - LS-LINGUISTICS
Classification Title: Lecturer
The University of Florida invites applications for an instructional faculty member in general linguistics at the rank of Lecturer, beginning August 16, 2026. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-accruing position, annually renewable and eligible for promotion.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will contribute to the development and teaching of general linguistics courses which may include introductory linguistics, phonology, syntax, morphology, and other general linguistics courses at the graduate and undergraduate level. It may also include developing new or existing courses to be offered in person or online. The successful candidate will be expected to teach three courses per semester, work with the undergraduate coordinator and other faculty to further strengthen and grow the program in linguistics, and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.
Expected Salary: $62,000 to $68,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation includes a full benefits package.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.
Retirement Options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: Generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick‑leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated success teaching general linguistics topics such as introductory linguistics, phonology, syntax, and morphology at multiple levels.
Evidence of effective curriculum development and assessment for both in person and online modalities.
Proven ability to manage a three course per semester load while maintaining high quality instruction and timely student support.
Experience working collaboratively with program leadership and faculty to improve student outcomes and enrollment.
Record of meaningful service and engagement with the broader linguistics community.
Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting. A complete application includes: (1) a brief cover letter, (2) a statement of teaching philosophy and goals, (3) a CV, (4) a sample set of student evaluations, (5) a teaching portfolio with original syllabus(es) and lesson plans/teaching material, (6) the names and email addresses for three references.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 7, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S.
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LECTURER
role at
Inside Higher Ed .
Classification Minimum Requirements: Candidates must hold a PhD in linguistics, completed by August 15, 2026 and have experience teaching undergraduate Linguistics courses. Ability to teach and develop a variety of general linguistics courses.
Job No: 537100 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Humanities Department: 16300000 - LS-LINGUISTICS
Classification Title: Lecturer
The University of Florida invites applications for an instructional faculty member in general linguistics at the rank of Lecturer, beginning August 16, 2026. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-accruing position, annually renewable and eligible for promotion.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will contribute to the development and teaching of general linguistics courses which may include introductory linguistics, phonology, syntax, morphology, and other general linguistics courses at the graduate and undergraduate level. It may also include developing new or existing courses to be offered in person or online. The successful candidate will be expected to teach three courses per semester, work with the undergraduate coordinator and other faculty to further strengthen and grow the program in linguistics, and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.
Expected Salary: $62,000 to $68,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation includes a full benefits package.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.
Retirement Options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: Generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick‑leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated success teaching general linguistics topics such as introductory linguistics, phonology, syntax, and morphology at multiple levels.
Evidence of effective curriculum development and assessment for both in person and online modalities.
Proven ability to manage a three course per semester load while maintaining high quality instruction and timely student support.
Experience working collaboratively with program leadership and faculty to improve student outcomes and enrollment.
Record of meaningful service and engagement with the broader linguistics community.
Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting. A complete application includes: (1) a brief cover letter, (2) a statement of teaching philosophy and goals, (3) a CV, (4) a sample set of student evaluations, (5) a teaching portfolio with original syllabus(es) and lesson plans/teaching material, (6) the names and email addresses for three references.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 7, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S.
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