Lecturer in Arabic
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Faculty
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Department:: Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Aug 28, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 13549
Position ID:: 180443

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a world-class institution that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by outstanding academics, facilities and community life - promotes extraordinary student success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000 students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration and community service.

Job Description:

The Department of Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies at Binghamton University (SUNY) invites applications for the position of Lecturer of Arabic. This is a full-time position (up to three years) with possible renewal, beginning in the fall 2025 semester. The teaching load is three courses per semester with the option to teach Arabic literature/culture classes in English online during the winter and summer interterms for additional compensation.

Applicants should hold at least an MA in any Arabic Studies related field including language, linguistics, literature, translation, and foreign language education. Applicants holding a PhD are especially welcome. We seek candidates who have experience teaching Arabic as a second language at institutions of higher education and who possess native or near-native competence in Arabic and English. The Lecturer will be responsible for teaching language courses in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) at all levels using the "Al-Kitaab" series. Candidates who are experienced with technologies in language teaching, teaching a diverse student body, and teaching cultural and/or Arabic translation courses are desirable.

The Department of Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies is committed to equity and inclusion and is actively working to increase diversity among its faculty and create an environment that is welcoming to all. We hope members of groups historically underrepresented in the field will apply.

Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Requirements:

1. MA in any Arabic Studies related field including language, linguistics, literature, translation, and foreign language education by the start of the appointment.
2. Native or near-native competence in Arabic and English.
3. At least one year of experience and demonstrated success teaching Arabic as a second language to diverse students at the university level using the "Al-Kitaab" series.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional Information:

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu.

The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by title IX and its implementing regulations, Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

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Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus effective August 1, 2017.

Application Instructions:

To apply, submit via Binghamton University Interview Exchange http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=180443 a cover letter, CV including a list of courses taught (indicating role as TA, instructor of record, course designer, etc.), the names and contact information for three references, and additional materials, such as: evidence of teaching experience and success in the form of a teaching statement, syllabi used for Arabic language courses taught, a classroom observation video, and student or peer evaluations. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.