37.2790, Jobs: Arabic; General Linguistics: Teaching Faculty Position in Instructional Arabic, Open Rank, Georgetown University in Qatar

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Subject: 37.2790, Jobs: Arabic; General Linguistics: Teaching Faculty Position in Instructional Arabic, Open Rank, Georgetown University in Qatar

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Date: 01-Sep-2026
From: Tony Ngo [tony at jobelephant.com]
Subject: Arabic; General Linguistics: Teaching Faculty Position in Instructional Arabic, Open Rank, Georgetown University in Qatar

Job Location: Qatar
Job Title: Teaching Faculty Position in Instructional Arabic, Open
Rank
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Specialty Language(s): Arabic (ara)

Description:
Teaching Faculty Position in Instructional Arabic, Open Rank
Georgetown University: Main Campus: Walsh School of Foreign Service:
Georgetown University in Qatar
Location: Qatar
Open Date: Aug 23, 2026
Deadline: Oct 03, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description:
Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) invites applications for one (1)
open-rank teaching faculty position in Instructional Arabic.
The successful candidate will hold an M.A. or Ph.D. in applied
linguistics, linguistics, language education, or a related field, with
expertise in Arabic language, literature, or pedagogy.
The successful candidate 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.
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
https://cirs.georgetown.edu/.
To advance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU-Q
provides:
- Access to GU-Q faculty research funds.
- Eligibility for funding through the https://qrdi.org.qa/en-us/.
- Eligibility to apply for a summer research supplement equivalent 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 https://www.qf.org.qa/education/education-city, in
partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of
Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign
Service's
https://www.qatar.georgetown.edu/academics/programs/bachelor-science-foreign-service-bsfs-degree-program/
degree. Ranked
https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/07/30/international-relations-school-rankings-university-undergraduate-masters-phd-programs/
in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this
https://www.qatar.georgetown.edu/academics/programs/bsfs-core-curriculum-first-two-years-degree/
offers majors in International Politics, International History,
Culture and Politics, International Economics, and Science,
Technology, and International Affairs. 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 ecosystem of Education City. For more information on GU-Q,
seehttps://www.qatar.georgetown.edu/.
Life in Qatar:
Qatar offers a diverse, family-friendly living environment, with the
cultural, educational, and recreational resources of a major global
city. Public parks, beaches, sports facilities (including Education
City's extensive sports venues), https://qm.org.qa/en/, cafes, and
restaurants abound, and a state-of-the-art metro system connects all
parts of Doha and nearby locations. Within Education City, the iconic
https://www.qnl.qa/en, designed by Rem Koolhaas, provides free
membership to faculty and students. Faculty at GU-Q also benefit from
a close-knit Georgetown community, strong institutional support, and
regular coordination between Doha and Washington, D.C. While the early
months of 2026 brought instability to the region, Doha remains one of
the safest cities in the world, and Qatar continues to rank highly in
the
https://www.visionofhumanity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Global-Peace-Index-2026-Report.pdf.
Doha is connected by direct flights to more than 160 destinations in
90 countries. This https://youtu.be/HNoERrWln4koffers a glimpse of
what it is like to teach and live in Qatar.
Application Process:
Review of applications will begin on October 3, 2026. 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/191845.
Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Questions about the online application system should be directed to
Ms. Carina Lawson at cl978 at georgetown.edu. Queries about the position
should be directed to Professor Youssef Haddad at
ya309 at georgetown.edu. Please reference "Instructional Arabic" in the
subject line.
Qualifications:
Application Instructions:
For more information and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9789799
GU is an
https://policymanual.hr.georgetown.edu/200-hiring-and-employment/201-equal-employment-opportunity-affirmative-action/.
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
https://georgetown.box.com/s/jkc3kxwrf56e1n2km0jh1vj09fvanw70.
Requesting Accommodations:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need
reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring
process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance
website for https://oeoc.georgetown.edu/ada/, as well as
https://oeoc.georgetown.edu/ada/applicants/. You also can also contact
the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or
oeoc at georgetown.edu.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications: https://apptrkr.com/9789799
Contact Information:
        Youssef Haddad
        Email: ya309 at georgetown.edu

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