Lecturer in Linguistics (0.3 full-time equivalent) (HU3232-25-216)

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of linguists?

We’re seeking a dynamic Lecturer in Linguistics to join our vibrant, academically rich, and interdisciplinary School of Humanities and Social Science. The post is an exciting opportunity to join a small and highly collaborative team of linguists nestled between the South Downs National Park, and the coast here in Brighton. 

Your expertise in pragmatics and cognitive linguistics will be valued as will be your willingness and ability to contribute to a range of teaching across the core undergraduate curriculum, including modules on Language and Emotion and Approaches to Understanding Meaning. We welcome a strong commitment to pastoral care and support of students’ development and success. The role will require you to supervise final year dissertation students who may be working on topics across linguistic and sociolinguistic topics, providing support for students’ research.

To be successful in this post, you should also:

This is a 0.3 full-time equivalent post for a 22-month fixed term to cover a period of externally funded research leave, based at our Brighton Moulsecoomb campus.

Why Join Us?

The University is committed to an inclusive environment which embraces equality and diversity in our working, learning, research, and teaching environment. We especially welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), and LGBT+ candidates. We are seeking a colleague who has an understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion, and how these principles can be applied in Higher Education. We value self-awareness, in terms of understanding candidates’ own culture, identity, biases, prejudices, power, privilege and stereotypes, as well as a willingness to challenge practices that present barriers to different groups.

At Brighton, you’ll find a supportive and forward-thinking academic community. We offer a generous annual leave package, travel loan schemes and a range of other benefits. 

Informal enquiries are welcome – please contact: Chrystie Myketiak, Subject Lead for Politics and Philosophy c.myketiak@brighton.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Team/Division: Academic

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 pro rata