Assistant Professor in Applied Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University in Ames Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). We seek a faculty member who specializes in at least one of the following areas: the use of AI and language-generating technologies in first- and second- language learning teaching or assessment; linguistics-based qualitative and quantitative research on the humanlike language generated by AI; the study of generative AI in human-computer language interaction; or the role of language in the subjective experience of generative AI users. The ideal applicant will have an established or emerging research agenda focusing on AI with expertise relevant to natural language processing (NLP) generative AI applied linguistics or a related area. We are especially interested in scholars who are using AI in innovative ways in applied linguistics.

At the undergraduate level the faculty member will teach general courses in linguistics and applied linguistics courses that serve as electives in the universitys minor in Applied Artificial Intelligence and new course offerings that integrate AI technologies into linguistics. At the graduate level the faculty member will have the opportunity to teach courses in applied linguistics and technology and may contribute to interdisciplinary programs such as Human Computer Interaction depending on area of specialization. Potential graduate courses include seminars on AI-assisted technologies and generative AI for language learning and assessment language-based analytics automated dialogue systems and speech-driven user interfaces as well as courses on programming for NLP computational and/or corpus-based text analysis statistical analysis of language or other areas related to the candidates expertise.

The successful candidate will join a community of faculty in applied linguistics who are exploring the uses and implications of AI in the field. This faculty member will strengthen cross-disciplinary efforts in an area of excellence in the Department of Englishthe use of technology for teaching assessing and researching addition the faculty member will have opportunities to forge connections with faculty from other department programs specializing in AI as well contribute to campus-wide strategic initiatives related to trusted innovation and artificial intelligence.

The position begins August 16 2027.

All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within the program the department college and university activities and collegial interactions and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

• PhD in applied linguistics linguistics natural language processing computational linguistics or a related field conferred by time of appointment.

• Established or emerging applied linguistic research agenda in the development and/or use of artificial intelligence applications;

• Demonstrated ability or potential to apply AI in innovative ways for the teaching assessment and/or analysis of language;

• Potential to contribute to the teaching needs of the undergraduate and graduate programs in linguistics and applied linguistics;

• Experience in teaching and/or assessing language/communication at the college level;

• Existing record of and/or substantive potential for interdisciplinary collaboration;

• Demonstrated ability or potential to develop a high-impact externally funded research program

The Department of English at Iowa State University offers a PhD program in Applied Linguistics and Technology an MA program in Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics and a BA in Linguistics. As leaders in the advanced study of technology use in language learning and assessment the Applied Linguistics and Technology program is the ideal context for developing expertise in the development and use of language-related AI applications.

In addition to applied linguistics the Department of English administers graduate and undergraduate programs in English literature English Education Rhetoric and Professional Communication Technical Communication and Creative Writing. The Department is a growing locus of AI-related expertise and this position is part of a strategic initiative to further build Iowa States research strength and degree programs in key areas.

The Department of English is committed to its faculty staff and students that enrich University objectives in the areas of research teaching and service. For more information see is responsive to the needs of dual career couples is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of application/cover Letter that addresses the required and preferred qualifications

3) Please attached the following required materials as one document/PDF

• A research statement (maximum 2 pages) that provides a summary of accomplishments and interests in AI for applied linguistics

• A teaching statement (maximum 2 pages) that discusses specific undergraduate and graduate courses the candidate would like to teach (existing ISU courses and potential new courses)

4) Contact information for three references

5) Research-based writing sample (for co-authored writing samples please include a brief description of the candidates contributions to the manuscript)

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For guaranteed consideration applications should be received by August 16 2026 but will be accepted until the position is filled.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

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