Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Linguistics, Instructional Limited Term Appointment, Gene

Brock University

Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Linguistics, Instructional Limited Term Appointment, General Linguistics
About Brock University
The Brock University experience is second to none in Canada. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city, with beautiful natural surroundings. With over 18,000 students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences.
Our Geography
Brock University’s main campus is situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country. The Niagara region is dotted with landmarks that recognize our nation’s history and features breathtaking natural beauty and world-famous attractions. St. Catharines is home to vibrant arts and entertainment venues, and is a short drive from Toronto, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo, New York. With one of the warmest climates in Canada, clean, safe communities, and surprisingly affordable real estate, Niagara is an exceptional location to call home.
What we Offer
Brock University offers competitive salary and benefits and ample support for research and sabbaticals. Research resources include; conference support, start-up funding, subscriptions to major databases and access to various research funding vehicles. For candidates considering relocation, moving expenses will be administered according to the Faculty Association Collective Agreement.
About the position
The Department of Applied Linguistics invites applicants for a 12-month Instructional Limited Term Faculty Appointment (LTA) at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence September 1, 2025. This is a full-time teaching intensive position. The successful candidate will be expected to teach eight courses in areas related to general linguistics during the period of appointment. While these courses will primarily be at the undergraduate level, there may be a possibility of also teaching a graduate level course.
Our department offers programs of study leading to Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in Applied Linguistics/Teaching English as a Second Language, and Speech Language and Hearing Sciences, as well as an MA in Applied Linguistics/TESL. All students are required to take introductory and junior level courses in core areas of traditional linguistics.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have completed a PhD (ABD may be considered) in Linguistics or a related discipline. Applicants are expected to have a record of successful teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: General Linguistics, Phonology, Phonetics, Syntax, Morphology, Neurolinguistics and/or Psycholinguistics.
Application Process:
Candidates must submit a letter of application, a statement of disciplinary interests, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of successful high-quality teaching, and a curriculum vitae, as part of their application. All documents must be submitted in electronic format (a single well-organized PDF document is preferred) via the online application system on the Brock Careers website Workday link. (Note: file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload). Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of academic reference to be sent electronically to applied.linguistics@brocku.ca.
Hiring decisions will be made on the basis of excellence in teaching and meeting current departmental needs. The closing date for applications is June 17th, 2025 at 12:01am. The final business day to apply is June 16, 2025. Inquiries should be directed to Ron Thomson, Professor and Chair, Department of Applied Linguistics, ron.thomson@brocku.ca.
This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
Applications can be submitted at the following link: https://brocku.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/brocku_careers/job/St-Catharines-Main-Campus/Assistant-Professor--Department-of-Applied-Linguistics--Instructional-Limited-Term-Appointment--General-Linguistics_JR-1020832
Our Commitment
Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) peoples, Black people, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, and Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional sexually and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) persons are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self-Identification Form and include the completed form with their application.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf. Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca