Assistant/Associate/Teaching Professor of Instructional Arabic
Organisation/Company GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY IN QATAR Research Field Language sciences Literature Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Final date to receive applications 2 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Qatar Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
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Location: Qatar
Open Date: Aug 23, 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 SupportGU‑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) .
Toadvance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU‑Q provides:
- Eligibility to apply for a summer research supplement equivalent to 2/9 of base salary.
- Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources.
GU‑Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptionalexpatriate benefits package that includes:
- Fully furnished, high-quality housing.
- Annual family home leave.
- Worldwide health insurance coverage.
- Private school tuition support for accompanying children.
- Additional relocation and onboarding assistance.
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, 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, see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .
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), museums , 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 Qatar National Library , 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…
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