Lecturer in Hebrew

The Department of Middle Eastern South Asian and African Studies at Columbia University invites applications for a position in Hebrew language instruction to be filled at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline, beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029. We are seeking a professional language teacher with a serious commitment to teaching languages for academic purposes while developing pedagogical materials and incorporating technological innovations into the curriculum. Responsibilities will include teaching 2 or 3 courses per semester and other duties associated with the language program. This is a full-time appointment for a term of 3 years.

Preference will be given to applicants who have a Ph.D., but those with a Master’s degree and considerable language teaching experience are also encouraged to apply. Salary and rank commensurate with experience. Native or near-native fluency in Hebrew and English, foreign language instruction experience, and an oral proficiency based approach are required.

All applications must be submitted online and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, statement of teaching philosophy and methodology, and sample teaching materials. Applicants also should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be uploaded into ASR.

Applications received by May 6th, 2026 will be given full consideration.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer