Postdoc Research Associate - Applied Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Position Title:

Postdoc Research Associate - Applied Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of English at Iowa State University seeks applicants for a position as a postdoctoral scholar with cross-disciplinary skills and interests in applied linguistics and artificial intelligence (AI), with an emphasis on language-related generative AI capabilities and uses. Examples include the uses of generative AI that replace human-human interaction for seeking advice and learning, and that augment displays of human communication, compassion, reasoning, and professional judgment. This is a twelve-month appointment, renewable once depending on availability of funds. The position has a negotiable start date of August 16, 2025. In addition to assisting with research on the use of generative AI, the successful applicant will support professional development activities (e.g., conferences, workshops, and publication) targeting increased understanding of generative AI in applied linguistics and the humanities.

Questions and inquiries may be directed to Professor Volker Hegelheimer (volkerh@iastate.edu).

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. and Demonstrated experience in artificial intelligence (AI) in applied linguistics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with artificial intelligence

• Experience in editing and publication processes

• Demonstrated successful online learning and teaching

• Demonstrated knowledge of qualitative and quantitative applied linguistics research skills

• Demonstrated experience collaborating with a variety of scholars or teachers

This position offers an annual salary plus benefits and a research fund. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2025. Applications will still be accepted until the position is filled.

Proposed Start Date:

August 18, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

August 17, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

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

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:

May 21, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R17095