Assistant Professor -Linguistics - Signed Language Interpreting

Assistant Professor - Linguistics - Signed Language Interpreting

The Department of Linguistics at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Linguistics with a specialization in Signed Language Interpreting and a secondary specialization in ASL Linguistics to begin in August 2026. This is a full-time position. Applicants must have PhD in Linguistics, Signed Language Interpreting, Educational Linguistics, Deaf Education, or a closely related field by date of appointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by November 15, 2025. We seek experienced ASL-English interpreter educators who are pursuing a career in Signed Language Interpreting research that is compatible with our commitment to functional, usage-based approaches to linguistic explanation. Competitive applicants will have additional expertise in ASL Linguistics or other areas that complement the strengths of the Department. A successful candidate will have a record of or potential for mentoring students and teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including Simultaneous Interpreting, Introduction to the Interpreting Profession, and Interpreting Research. They will also be able to supervise graduate students in Linguistics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Linguistics, Signed Language Interpreting, Educational Linguistics, Deaf Education or a closely related field by date of appointment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching ASL/English interpreting courses, including theory and skills courses, and/or American Sign Language courses
• National certification in ASL/English interpreting
• Active research program in signed language interpreting with a secondary specialization in ASL linguistics
• Research, teaching or practical experience with Trilingual or Indigenous interpreting
• Research, teaching or practical experience with tactile or Protactile interpreting
• Documented experience supervising interpreters and/or student interpreters
• Experience or training with Learning Management System(s) (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.), and multimedia course design
• Bicultural; accustomed to interacting in deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing communities
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application consists of the following: Cover letter (2 pages max; describe your qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria) Curriculum vitae (most recently updated version, include your email address and phone number, and the names and contact information of your three references) Research statement (2 pages max; include how your research enhances or complements existing research on language at UNM) Teaching statement in American Sign Language (5 minutes max; highlight evidence of success and student engagement in the classroom) Recent student course evaluations (up to 3 courses, if available; alternatively, a sample syllabus or other relevant materials) Two representative writing samples (combined into a single PDF) Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by November 15, 2025. We will only consider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Prof. Barbara Shaffer, bshaffer@unm.edu, and department chair Prof. Jill Morford, morford@unm.edu. Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to the search coordinator, Jessica Slocum, jslocum@unm.edu. The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.