Assistant Professor -Linguistics - Signed Language Interpreting at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req34205

Working Title:
Assistant Professor -Linguistics - Signed Language Interpreting

Position Summary:
TheDepartment of Linguistics at the University of New Mexico invites applicationsfor a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Linguistics with a specialization inSigned Language Interpreting and a secondary specialization in ASL Linguisticsto begin in August 2026.This is a full-time position. Applicants must have PhD in Linguistics, SignedLanguage Interpreting, Educational Linguistics, Deaf Education, or a closelyrelated field by date of appointment. For best consideration, all applicationmaterials must be received by November 15, 2025.

We seek experienced ASL-Englishinterpreter educators who are pursuing a career in Signed Language Interpretingresearch that is compatible with our commitment to functional, usage-basedapproaches to linguistic explanation. Competitive applicants will haveadditional expertise in ASL Linguistics or other areas that complement thestrengths of the Department.

Asuccessful candidate will have a record of or potential for mentoring studentsand teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, includingSimultaneous Interpreting, Introduction to the Interpreting Profession, and InterpretingResearch. They will also be able to supervise graduate students in Linguistics.

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico, is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution. Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone. Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/. For more information regarding the College of Arts and Science's ambitious hiring plan, including a list of departments that are hiring faculty members with shared interests, please see this page.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
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.

Department:
Linguistics Department (597A)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department:
College of Arts & Sciences

Academic Location:
Linguistics Department (597A)
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.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2025. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience teaching ASL/English interpreting courses, including theory and skills courses, and/or American Sign Language courses
2. National certification in ASL/English interpreting
3. Active research program in signed language interpreting with a secondary specialization in ASL linguistics
4. Research, teaching or practical experience with Trilingual or Indigenous interpreting
5. Research, teaching or practical experience with tactile or Protactile interpreting
6. Documented experience supervising interpreters and/or student interpreters
7. Experience or training with Learning Management System(s) (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.), and multimedia course design
8. Bicultural; accustomed to interacting in deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing communities
9. 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