The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of New Hampshire invites applications for a benefits-eligible, unionized lecturer position (two-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and departmental needs) with specialization in Arabic language and culture for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures is a vibrant department offering coursework in six languages, including a Dual-Major and a Minor in Arabic. The department also participates in several interdisciplinary programs on campus, among them a Global Studies Dual-Major, a Middle Eastern Studies Minor, and numerous study abroad opportunities. We are committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Candidates should have a strong teaching record and the ability to deliver Arabic language and culture courses at all levels, as well as Arabic culture courses within our general education curriculum (“Discovery Program”). The successful candidate will have skills to lead and grow our Arabic program and be familiar with instructional technology and best pedagogical practices. The teaching load for the academic year consists of 6 courses (generally 3/3) and the service responsibilities include active participation in co-curricular activities.

Applicants should submit a letter of application and their most current CV clearly showing requisite qualifications. As this is a position focused on teaching and program leadership, letters addressing teaching experience and ability, leadership qualities, and language proficiency in both Arabic and English are beneficial. Candidates will have the option of submitting additional teaching and evaluation materials.  Applicants’ references will be contacted at the time of application to provide letters of recommendation.

PhD in Arabic Language, Arabic Studies, or a related field; native or near-native fluency in Arabic; fluency in English; college-level teaching experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without UNH sponsorship.

In addition to the minimum qualifications above, the successful candidate may also contribute some of the following desirable qualifications: Ability to lead and grow an Arabic program; Intercultural competence; experience in recruitment, retention, and program growth; experience with student-centered engagement; innovative curriculum development; grant writing; technological innovation; study abroad development, maintenance, and advising.

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

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The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

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