Linguistics – Assistant Professor (Syntax)

Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus)

The Department of Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus) invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position in syntax at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date for this position is on or after July 15, 2024.

Duties
Duties include maintaining an active program of research, teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, supervision of graduate students, participation in the collegial governance of the department and the university and service to the academic community.

Qualifications
A PhD in linguistics or closely related field is required. However, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.

The successful candidate must be a specialist in syntax with additional expertise in experimental approaches to language processing or acquisition, and/or documentation and analysis of Indigenous and underrepresented languages.  We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the existing research strengths in the Department as well as complement those strengths in new ways. They must have demonstrated excellence in research through a proven record of publications, conference presentations and/or other forms of knowledge dissemination.

ccessful candidate must also have demonstrated ability to teach courses in syntax and their specific areas of expertise at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as introductory courses in general linguistics and other courses that intersect with syntax.

Applications
Preference will be given to complete applications received by November 30, 2023, but we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness, research delays due to COVID-19) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community. SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates who belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply; however, only those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered.

The application must include the following:

• Cover letter summarizing the applicant’s experience, qualifications, and interest in the position
• Current CV
• Research statement
• Teaching portfolio

Candidates selected for interviews will be asked to arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent to the Department. Applications should be submitted electronically to lingasst@sfu.ca  in PDF format only as a single file.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is in the top ten research universities in Canada and has ranked first
in Maclean’s Comprehensive category for many years. Located in Metro Vancouver, SFU has three campuses, which are located on the unceded traditional territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxw̱ú7mesh (Squamish), səlidlw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícəy̓ (Katzie), kwikwəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼwa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and scə̓waθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices. Vancouver is consistently rated among the top ten most livable cities in the world.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to the availability of funding. Under the authority of the University Act personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see:

http://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html