[CogSci] Tenure-track position in Linguistics and Statistics at UC Davis

[Emily Morgan]

The Departments of Linguistics and Statistics at University of California,
Davis jointly invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor
position in *Linguistics and Statistics* starting Fall 2025. We are
particularly interested in scholars working on the intersection of
linguistics and theoretical foundations of large language models, including
topics related to generalization, compositionality, interpretability,
reliability, and cognitive modeling. Please see the full job ad below, or
at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06756

Best,
Emily Morgan (pronouns: she/her/hers)
Associate Professor
Linguistics, UC Davis

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The Departments of Linguistics and Statistics at University of California,
Davis jointly invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor
position starting in Fall 2025. A successful candidate is expected to be
active in both departments. We are particularly interested in scholars
working on the intersection of linguistics and theoretical foundations of
large language models, including topics related to generalization,
compositionality, interpretability,
reliability, and cognitive modeling.

Desired qualifications include the ability to teach pertinent classes in
both linguistics and statistics. Mentoring of undergraduate students,
supervision of graduate students, involvement in curricular development,
and performance of university service are expected. A Ph.D. in Linguistics,
Statistics, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or a closely related field
must be completed by the beginning of instruction.

Applicants should submit: curriculum vitae, a cover letter that clearly
states reasons for the candidate’s interest in the position,
qualifications, and a summary of academic trajectory; statements of
research and teaching interests, official graduate transcripts, one writing
sample (publication, submitted manuscript, or dissertation chapter), and
three letters of recommendation through the online application system found
at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06756. This recruitment is conducted at
the Assistant rank. The resulting hire will be at the Assistant rank,
regardless of the proposed appointee’s qualifications. Appointment level
and salary are commensurate with experience. A reasonable
estimate for this position is $105,600 to $150,900. The position will
remain open until filled. Applications received by November 15, 2024 will
receive full initial consideration.

The University of California, Davis, is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the
achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.
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