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NEC Labs

MA - Researcher

San Jose, CA · On-site

Our research areas include autonomous driving, embodied AI, multimodal LLM agents, vision-language models, neural rendering and open-world perception and planning. We have a strong internship program ...

The New York Times

Researcher

Los Angeles, CA

The News Research desk has an opening for a researcher who is adept with public records, archival ... Knowledge of and proficiency working in a language other than English. This position is represented ...

Amadeus Search

Cybersecurity Researcher

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $225K/yr

Primary Language: Python * Focus Areas: Applied research, threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis * Role Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer Culture ...

NEC Labs

DSSS - Researcher

Princeton, NJ

Our research combines both experimental and theoretical approaches, spanning diverse domains in data science and AI, including large language models (LLMs) and foundation models, time series analysis ...

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How much do language researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for language researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Language Researcher position, and why are they important?

A Language Researcher typically needs an advanced degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, or a related field, along with a solid grasp of research methodologies and data analysis. Familiarity with corpus analysis tools, statistical software, and sometimes programming languages such as Python or R is often required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills help set top performers apart. These skills and qualifications enable Language Researchers to accurately analyze language data, produce meaningful insights, and effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

What are some typical projects or daily tasks for a Language Researcher?

Language Researchers often work on projects such as compiling and analyzing language corpora, designing linguistic experiments, or evaluating natural language processing systems. Daily tasks might include collecting and annotating language data, interpreting statistical results, and presenting research findings in reports or team meetings. Collaboration is common—they regularly work alongside computational linguists, software developers, or educators depending on the focus of the project. The work environment can vary from academic labs to technology firms, with opportunities for professional development as you take on more complex research, contribute to publications, or transition into leadership roles.

What is a Language Researcher job?

A Language Researcher studies languages to understand their structure, usage, and evolution. They may work in linguistics, artificial intelligence, translation, or language education, analyzing data and developing language models. Their work often involves researching phonetics, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistics. Language Researchers are commonly employed by universities, tech companies, and research institutions to improve language processing systems and communication tools.

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Assistant Professor of Japanese Language Studies

Indiana University Academic Positions

Bloomington, IN • On-site

$62K - $76K/yr

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Posted 8 days ago

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Title Assistant Professor of Japanese Language Studies Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington East Asian Langs & Cultures Location Bloomington Position Summary
The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Indiana University Bloomington's Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Japanese Language and Linguistics, to begin August 1, 2026. The position is 100% in HLS's renowned multidisciplinary Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures (EALC). The Japanese Language Program is one of three thriving language programs in the EALC. Along with Chinese and Korean, Japanese at IU is a popular and active field of study. Enrollment in undergraduate Japanese language courses averages 350 students per semester and is complemented by a full range of content courses in Japanese linguistics and pedagogy and Japan Studies more broadly. Our MA and PhD programs offer exciting opportunities for cutting-edge research in East Asian languages and linguistics. Along with EALC, the East Asian Studies Center and the 21st Century Japan Politics and Society Initiative contribute to co-curricular programming that helps students connect with Japan and the Japanese language and culture in a variety of ways. Beyond the department and the school, Indiana University itself is home to a large number of language researchers, making IU a vibrant community for linguistic scholarship. The candidate who takes this position will join faculty and students who are committed to excellence in Japanese research and teaching.
The successful candidate will be able to teach Japanese language, linguistics and/or language pedagogy, and contribute to the graduate program in Japanese Language Pedagogy. Possible specializations include, but are not limited to, language pedagogy, second language studies, computational linguistics, and all subfields of linguistics. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Teaching responsibilities will include Japanese language courses and undergraduate and graduate courses in support of the department's curriculum. The candidate will also have the opportunity to offer courses in their specialty.
Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit the following documents: a letter of application describing research and teaching interests, a C.V., contact information for three references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation, up to three writing samples, and a teaching portfolio (e.g., course descriptions, syllabi, teaching evaluations, sample lesson plans, teaching material, assessments such as tests, and, if available, link to a video clip of classroom teaching).
Basic Qualifications
The selected candidate must have a doctoral degree in hand or a clear indication that the degree will be in hand by August 1, 2026, in Japanese language pedagogy, second language studies, computational linguistics, any subfield of linguistics, or a related field. The candidate must be qualified to teach Japanese language at all levels and graduate courses in language pedagogy and/or linguistics. Candidates should have at least two years of experience and demonstrated success in teaching Japanese, along with native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English. Qualified candidates must have an active research record with clear potential for scholarly excellence, as well as a strong commitment to language teaching.
Department Contact for Questions
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received by November 10th, 2025 will be guaranteed full consideration. Inquiries and questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Jae DiBello Takeuchi, jtake@iu.edu. Questions regarding the submission process using the PeopleAdmin application submission interface may be directed to Mr. Zac Muller, HLS Assistant Director of Faculty Relations at zmuller@indiana.edu.
*Note: When uploading writing samples and items constituting the teaching portfolio, if there is not a specifically titled slot for one or more of the components that you are providing that are requested in the "Required Application Materials" section, please utilize one of the "Other" upload slots, ensuring that your file is uploaded with a title that corresponds to the required document type. (eg., when uploading a second writing sample into slot Other 1, titling the uploaded file 'CANDIDATENAME_WritingSample2").
Additional Qualifications
Candidates with any of the following qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: research focused on quantitative methods, corpus linguistics, computational linguistics, or language learning technology; familiarity with language assessment and/or ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines; potential to coordinate the Japanese language program in the future.
Salary and Rank Special Instructions
Interested candidates may submit their portfolio of materials at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/30719
For Best Consideration Date 11/10/2025 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101362-2025

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