Teaching Faculty Positions in Instructional Arabic, Open Rank

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) invites applications for two open-rank teaching faculty positions in Instructional Arabic.

The successful candidate will hold an M.A. or Ph.D. in language instruction, linguistics, or applied linguistics. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching Arabic at all levels, including experience working with heritage language learners. They will also have a record of effective instruction in skill-based courses (e.g., Business Arabic, Academic Writing) and in leading co-curricular and experiential learning activities that support Arabic language development. The expected start date of the position is August, 2026.

Academic Environment and Faculty Support

GU-Q offers a rich academic setting supported by strong institutional resources to enable excellence in teaching and research. Teaching Faculty teach three courses (or 9 credit hours) per semester (a 3-3 load), supported by best-in-class instructional infrastructure. This includes the Global Classroom, which connects students in Doha with peers in Washington, D.C., for live, cross-campus engagement, and access to collaborative research centers such as the Center for International and Regional Studies (CIRS).

To advance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU-Q provides:

• Access to GU-Q faculty research funds.
• Eligibility for funding through the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI).
• Annual summer research stipend, up to 2/9 of base salary.
• Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources.

Compensation and Benefits

GU-Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptional expatriate benefits package that includes:

• Fully furnished, high-quality housing.
• Transportation allowance.
• Annual family home leave.
• Worldwide health insurance coverage.
• Private school tuition support for accompanying children.
• Additional relocation and onboarding assistance.

About Georgetown University in Qatar

GU-Q was established in 2005 alongside other elite international universities in Education City, in partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign Service's Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree. Ranked first in the world in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this liberal arts program offers majors in International Politics, International History, Culture and Politics, and International Economics. The degree is awarded by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. GU-Q is a research-focused, student-oriented institution with a globally competitive research and publications record. GU-Q values interdisciplinarity, and its faculty and students benefit from the opportunities offered by the wider academic eco-system of Education City. For more information on GU-Q, see https://www.qatar.georgetown.edu.

Life in Qatar

Qatar offers a diverse, safe, and family-friendly living environment. Ranked as one of the safest countries in the world, it is connected by direct flights to over 160 destinations in 90 countries. The iconic National Library, adjacent to GU-Q in Education City and designed by Rem Koolhaas, provides free membership to all faculty and students. Public parks, beaches, sports facilities (including Education City's extensive sports venues), museums, cafes, and restaurants abound, and a state-of-the-art metro system connects all parts of Doha and nearby locations (see https://www.visitqatar.qa/en/home). For a glimpse of what it is like to teach and live in Qatar, see: https://youtu.be/HNoERrWln4k.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide a cover letter detailing teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 500 words), evidence of teaching excellence (such as recent student course ratings, peer observation reports, etc.), and the names of three scholarly references.

All application materials must be submitted via Georgetown's online application management system at https://apply.interfolio.com/172435. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Questions about the online application system should be directed to Ms. Carina Lawson at cl978@georgetown.edu. Queries about the position should be directed to Professor Youssef Haddad at ya309@georgetown.edu. Please reference "Instructional Arabic" in the subject line.

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.