Job Description

Arabic Language (Part-Time Faculty) – Fall 2026–27

The Faculty of Arts & Sciences (FAS) at the American University of Beirut – Mediterraneo (AUB Mediterraneo) invites applications for a part-time faculty position in Arabic language instruction for the Fall 2026–27 semester.

About AUB Mediterraneo

AUB Mediterraneo, located in Pafos, Cyprus, is the first twin campus of the American University of Beirut (AUB), founded in Beirut, Lebanon in 1866. Built on AUB’s long-standing liberal arts tradition, AUB Mediterraneo offers a globally oriented education grounded in academic excellence, critical inquiry, and civic engagement.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will teach one or more undergraduate Arabic language courses, including introductory Arabic as a foreign language, within a dynamic liberal arts environment. The role requires excellence in student-centered teaching, collaboration with faculty colleagues, and active engagement in the academic life of the university.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

-       A PhD, MA, or MS in Arabic, Arabic language pedagogy, linguistics, or a closely related field;

-       At least two years of university-level teaching experience;

-       Demonstrated ability to teach Arabic as a foreign language, ideally including beginner-level instruction;

-       Proficiency in English;

-       Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills

-       Commitment to innovative, high-quality teaching.

Work Authorization Requirement
Please note that this is a part-time position, and AUB Mediterraneo is unable to sponsor employment visas or work permits for this role. Applicants must already possess the legal right to work in Cyprus at the time of application and throughout the appointment period.

Application Materials

Interested candidates should submit their application materials via the file request link below:

Arabic Language Faculty Position – Application Upload Portal

Applicants are kindly requested to upload one single PDF file containing all application materials, named as follows:

FirstName_LastName_ArabicLanguage.pdf

The file should include:

-       Cover letter/application letter

-       Curriculum Vitae (CV)

-       Names and contact information of two referees

-       Any supporting documents (e.g. sample syllabi, teaching evaluations, or other relevant materials)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Appointment Details

-       Semester: Fall 2026–27

-       Status: Part-time

-       Teaching Level: Undergraduate

-       Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Inquiries

For questions about the position, please contact recruitment@aubmed.ac.cy.

AUB Mediterraneo is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV to the HR Manager at recruitment@aubmed.ac.cy.

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