*Applications need to be submitted through Interfolio at this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/171006 

Applicants are asked to submit:

• a letter of application
• curriculum vitae
• a statement of current and future research plans
•  a statement of teaching philosophy and experience
•  teaching evaluations and evidence of teaching excellence
• up to three representative publications or other research writings
• contact information for three recommenders. Recommenders for an initial shortlist of applicants will be contacted later to submit recommendations online
   
   

Review of dossiers is expected to begin on October 8; applications received after October 8 may not receive full consideration. 
 

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for a new full-time, tenure-track position, beginning in August 25, 2026. This is a university year appointment and will be at the level of assistant professor or tenured associate or full professor.

Artificial intelligence developments are upending the scientific landscape and creating unprecedented research opportunities in linguistics. This is a fast growing research area that is leveraging powerful generative AI models to serve as robust artificial model systems for human language and cognition.

The University of Michigan will recruit four researchers in artificial intelligence-related research, as part of a cluster of new AI-related positions in the Departments of Linguistics, Psychology, Philosophy, and Psychiatry.  All four faculty will also have the opportunity to affiliate with the Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science.
 

We seek outstanding applicants with a Ph.D. in Linguistics or a related field whose research engages with artificial intelligence in linguistics and language cognition research. We encourage candidates who apply computational methods to linguistic research and engage with different perspectives on the contributions and implications of artificial intelligence, including generative AI, for linguistics. The rank and specific subfield(s) of specialization in Linguistics are open. Successful applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. degree before the start of the appointment.

Applicants should provide evidence of a productive research record and show potential for external funding of their research program. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to curriculum development in their areas of expertise, and teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in Linguistics.
 

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

More information about the Department of Linguistics can be found on our website: https://lsa.umich.edu/linguistics

The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Employment will require a successful criminal background check and may require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates may be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form, and must meet all degree requirements prior to the start date of the position. 

For any questions about this job or the application, please email lingsearch@umich.edu.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.