This fixed-term research fellow post sits within the Surrey Morphology Group at the University of Surrey, on a UKRI-funded predictability project, running for up to two years from January 2027. The holder leads the macro-variation strand, managing and analysing language data and coordinating targeted studies on a strategic language sample. The post calls for a morphological typology specialist with expert knowledge of one language or family, and Romance diachrony is an advantage.
What the job involves
- Lead the macro-variation work package
- Define a strategic sample of languages as the empirical basis of the project
- Coordinate a series of targeted studies on the selected language sample
- Manage and analyse language data for the project
- Generate novel knowledge for the project
- Contribute to the comparative study of macro-variation in predictability
- Write papers and presentations with the project team
- Disseminate project findings through papers and presentations
- Take the initiative in formulating the research agenda
- Collaborate closely with the rest of the team
Qualifications
- PhD in linguistics or a related field, with expertise in morphology and typology
Experience
- Past postdoctoral experience
- Experience of linguistic data management and creation, including lexical resources
Skills & knowledge
- Specialist knowledge of morphological typology
- Expert knowledge of the morphology of a specific language or language family
- Curiosity about other morphological systems
Other
- CV
- Three relevant research works, with DOI or URL links where possible
- One-page research statement on research interests, experience and suitability for the post
- Application written without AI assistance
Nice to have
- Experience in Romance linguistics
- Knowledge of Romance diachrony, to support the project's PhD student
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
