$110,000 to $125,000 CAD.
The Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics, in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Western University, invites applications for a probationary (tenure-track) Teaching Scholar appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Linguistics, with responsibilities in the Spanish language programme.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in phonetics, phonology and other core areas of linguistics - morphology, syntax, semantics and sociolinguistics - together with Spanish language courses. The position also involves curriculum development, the creation of instructional materials, educational leadership in pedagogical innovation, and fostering inclusive, equitable, accessible and engaging learning environments.
Start date: 1 July 2027, or as negotiated.
- PhD in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Hispanic Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition or a closely related discipline.
- Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.
- An outstanding record of university teaching, with expertise in phonetics and phonology and in core areas of linguistics.
- Experience with curriculum design, the development of instructional materials and graduate supervision.
- Demonstrated commitment to student-centred pedagogy and to inclusive learning.
Applications should be sent to lcl-recruiting@uwo.ca, addressed to Dr. Victoria Wolff, Chair of the Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics.
Submit a single PDF containing the completed Western University Faculty Application Form, a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier, a statement of scholarship activities (maximum two pages), a statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility and decolonization, and the names and contact information of three referees.
Consideration of applications will begin on 5 October 2026 and the position will remain open until filled.