Employment Opportunities
Tenure-track Positions
Applications for tenure-track positions are now closed. Please refer back to this page for future openings.
Sessional Instructor Positions
The Department of Linguistics is currently accepting applications for one SI position for Summer 2026.
First Language Acquisition (LING 350 D100)
- Duration: May 8 - August 28, 2026 (subject to change)
- Location: Burnaby
- Job description and application form: Download here
- Deadline: February 16, 2026 at 11:59pm
Teaching Assistant Positions
Applications for TA positions are now closed. Please refer back to this page for future openings.
Policy Documents
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. Do not hesitate to contact lingchr@sfu.ca if you require any assistance or accommodations.
- SI Hiring Policy: Refer to the Sessional Instructor Hiring Priority Policy document for additional information. Please note that Sessional Instructor positions are subject to budgetary approval and contingent on enrollment.
- TA Hiring Policy: Refer to the Linguistics Department Teaching Assistant Priority Policy document for further information.