What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linguistics - Introductory Linguistics Adjunct Faculty (110, 201, and 223) position at Brigham Young University?
Job Summary
Job Title: Linguistics - Introductory Linguistics Adjunct Faculty (110, 201, and 223)
Posting Close Date: April 26, 2025 at 12:00am (MDT)
*NOTE: Last day to apply is Friday, April 25, 2025
Position Start Date: June 23, 2025
Required Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Linguistics or related field required. Master’s Degree in Linguistics or related field preferred.
The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience: Teaching experience preferred. Must demonstrate knowledge of core linguistic concepts (sounds, structure, meaning), as well as understanding of social, biological and psychological aspects of language. See course descriptions and learning outcomes of each intro course on https://catalog.byu.edu/
Duties/Expectations: The Instructor will teach the following linguistic classes:
- LING 110, Introduction to Human Languages
- LING 201, Introduction to Linguistics (Modern)
- ELING 223, Introduction to English Language
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
Documents required at the time of application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae and cover letter to the faculty application.
Refer to the Job Description for any additional required documents.
BYU Mission Alignment
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. It is anticipated that BYU faculty members will: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).
Employment Requirements
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
