[Histling-l] Lecturer position in historical linguistics

[Claire Bowern]

https://apply.interfolio.com/177395

The Department of Linguistics at Yale University is looking to hire a
Lecturer in Historical Linguistics, with a 3-year appointment, beginning
July 1, 2026. The Lecturer will offer introductory and advanced courses and
advise student research in historical linguistics/language change at the
undergraduate and graduate levels.
The teaching expectation is normally 4 courses per academic year, plus
advising responsibilities. The focus of the courses would be historical
linguistics/language change, but the Lecturer will also offer other courses
that help us meet the needs of our curriculum, which will be determined
based on their areas of expertise.
The position is open as to specialization within historical linguistics. We
particularly welcome applications from people whose work focuses on sound
change, Indigenous or endangered languages, and/or quantitative approaches
to language change.
Qualifications

The appointee must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree or have completed
all requirements
for the Ph.D. by the time this appointment starts.
Application Instructions

Applicants should submit an application through Interfolio at this link:
https://apply.interfolio.com/177395
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Applications should include the following materials:
1. a cover letter
2. a current CV
3. a teaching statement
4. a research statement
5. three representative pieces of research
6. the names and email addresses of three referees
7. evidence of teaching and advising excellence, such as syllabi or course
evaluations

Timeline: To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by
December 20, 2025. Review of applications will begin shortly thereafter.
Later applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Contact information:
• for information about the position: Claire Bowern <claire.bowern at yale.edu>,
Search Committee Chair
• for application assistance: Julie Kinsella <julie.kinsella at yale.edu>, Sr
Administrative Assistant
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