Assistant Professor in Signed Language Interpreting - Linguistics

Assistant Professor in Signed Language Interpreting - Linguistics

Posting Number

req37931

Employment Type

Faculty

Faculty Type

Tenure/Tenure-Track

Hiring Department

Linguistics Department (597A)

Academic Location

College of Arts & Sciences

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

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/or ASL Linguistics to begin in August 2027. This is a full-time position. Applicants must have a 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, 2026.

We seek scholars pursuing research in Signed Language Interpreting and/or ASL Linguistics that is compatible with our commitment to functional, usage-based approaches to linguistic explanation. Competitive applicants will have additional expertise in 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 courses in Signed Language Interpreting, ASL, ASL Linguistics, Deaf Culture, and/or Interpreting Research. They will also be able to supervise graduate students in Linguistics.

Qualifications

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 as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• National certification in ASL/English interpreting as evidenced through the submitted CV.
• Active research program in Signed Language Interpreting and/or ASL linguistics as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• Research, teaching or practical experience with Trilingual or Indigenous interpreting as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• Research, teaching or practical experience with DeafBlind/Protactile interpreting as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• Documented experience supervising interpreters and/or student interpreters as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• Bicultural; experience interacting in Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing communities as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating 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 as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and/or through discussions with referees.

Application Instructions

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 three professional 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

For best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

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