Graduate Institute of Linguistics, NCCU

The Graduate Institute of Linguistics at National Chengchi University is inviting applications for a faculty position (Assistant Professor) in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, provisionally starting on August 1, 2027.

Job description

We are looking for a motivated faculty member with a Ph.D. in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics who can contribute to our international research profile and provide cutting-edge teaching in a cross-disciplinary environment.

The position offered is equivalent to a tenure-track appointment. Salaries are based on official salary scales and will be commensurate to rank and experience. The appointee will have access to Taiwan’s comprehensive health insurance system and civil servant retirement package.

Selection criteria

Required

1. Ph.D. degree in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree completed before the start date of the appointment.
2. Demonstrated experience in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics.
3. Ability to teach graduate-level and undergraduate-level courses in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics.
4. Ability to teach general education courses related to one’s specialty in an interdisciplinary context.
5. Ability to supervise graduate students and participate in administrative tasks.
6. Ability to conduct competitive interdisciplinary research in national and international contexts.

Desired

1. Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants.
2. Capability of handling administrative duties in Mandarin Chinese.

Applicants of all nationalities are welcome. National Chengchi University commits itself to offering equal employment opportunities to all applicants, independent of their social background, age, race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.

Application procedures

Application documents

Please submit an application package consisting of the following documents:

1. Cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Copy of diploma and/or proof of previous academic employment.
4. Graduate transcripts.
5. Copy of Ph.D. dissertation.
6. Copy of two to three representative publications from the last five years.
7. Samples of two graduate-level course syllabi.
8. Three letters of recommendation sent directly to nccu555@nccu.edu.tw by November 30, 2026.

For official documents in a language other than English or Chinese, a certified translation in English must be provided. Before finalizing any appointment, original copies of academic documents must be provided for inspection.

Submission

Applications should be submitted by email to nccu555@nccu.edu.tw.

Deadline

To receive full consideration, application materials must be received no later than November 30, 2026.

Further information

For further information regarding this application, please contact Ms. Huiling Tzeng at +886-2-2939-3091 ext. 67246 or send an e-mail to nccu555@nccu.edu.tw.