Visiting Lecturer in Arabic

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Florida invites applicants for a fulltime visiting lecturer position in Arabic Language, to begin August 2013. Teaching load will be determined by departmental needs, but is expected to be three courses per semester. Applicants should have native or near-native fluency in Standard Arabic, an Arabic dialect, and English, and instructional training and experience in teaching Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced language courses. Minimum requirement is an M.A., and a specialization in Arabic Studies (Literature or Linguistics) or related field is preferred. Salary is competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a full benefits package.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, current vita (including courses taught), three letters of reference (to be sent directly from referees), and a teaching portfolio including statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations to dtillman@ufl.edu.  Additionally, a hard copy should be sent to: Arabic Visiting lecturer search committee, Department of Languages, Literatures and Culture, University of Florida, 301 Pugh Hall, P.O. Box 115565, Gainesville, Florida 32611-5565.

Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Minorities, women and those from other underserved groups are encouraged to apply.