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Vacancy Type Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Is Internal Transfer Only No Working Title Assistant Professor in Arabic Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience (expected salary $60,000 - $65,000) Position Number 00003474 Work Schedule Varies based on teaching schedule Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Department 160401 - Foreign Languages And Literatu Department Foreign Languages and Literature Job City & State Raleigh, NC Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at NC State provides students with a broad and intimate understanding of the rich and varied cultures of our globe – understanding that is built on solid competence of spoken and written skills in the language(s) you choose.

At the undergraduate level, the Department offers students the opportunity to earn a B.A. in FLL in the following major concentrations: Arabic, Asian Languages, French, German Studies, and Spanish. Students who are eager to make teaching their career can pursue the B.A. degree in French or Spanish Education. We also offer minors in the following: Arabic (through Middle Eastern Studies), Chinese, Classics (Greek and Latin), French, German Studies, Hindi/Urdu, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. In addition, we teach classes in Persian and English as a Second Language.

At the graduate level, we have a M.A. program in Foreign Languages and Literatures with two separate concentrations: One in French and one in Spanish. Each of the concentrations incorporates literature, linguistics and culture courses. To provide students with more possibilities for languages or levels that may not be taught at NC State, we are beginning an inter-institutional collaborative with other schools in the UNC System through a system-wide Language Exchange, so that we may provide greater language opportunities for our students.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at North Carolina State University seeks to hire an Assistant Professor who specializes in the interconnected fields of Arabic Language, Literature, and Culture beginning August, 2019. In addition to research, the position requires the teaching of 2 courses in Arabic language and cultural studies each semester. Candidates with a demonstrated background in Levantine dialect(s) are especially encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate should maintain a record of teaching, service and research in line with the university strategic plan, carrying out globally engaged interdisciplinary scholarship to address the grand challenges of society and strengthening strategic partnerships through cooperation with interdisciplinary programs throughout the Middle East. The University’s Moise Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies provides additional opportunities for important faculty collaboration.

Other Work/Responsibilities Minimum Education/Experience

Applicants must hold a PhD in Arabic language study or related field at time of employment (on or before 8/16/2019).

Departmental Required Skills

Native or near-native fluency in both Arabic and English are required.

Demonstrated teaching experience in beginning through advanced Modern Standard Arabic (MSA).

Ability to teach courses at the intermediate and advanced including, but not limited to Arabic literature, media, cultural studies, or linguistics.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Demonstrated ability to teach advanced level courses in Arabic, including, but not limited to Arabic literature, media, cultural studies, and/or linguistics.

Ability to teach a senior capstone seminar for FLL-Arabic majors.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Special Instructions

Please attach a cover letter, CV, and a separate document containing contact information for references as part of your online application.

Any questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Nathaniel Isaacson, nkisaacs@ncsu.edu.

Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Only applications completed on the NC State HR Job Site will be considered.

Job Open Date 09/18/2018 Anticipated Closing Date Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date 08/16/2019 AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • Monster.com
   • Indeed.com
   • Other Online Job Board (Identify job board in question #2 below)
   • Craigslist
   • Social Media (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Other)
   • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
   • NC Works
   • Dress for Success
   • Job Fair (Identify job fair in question #2 below)
   • Technical/Trade School Program (Identify program in question #2 below)
   • Direct contact from NCSU Representative (Identify person in question #2 below)
   • NCSU employee referral
   • Other (Identify in question #2 below)
3. * Do you (or will you by August 16, 2019) hold a PhD in Arabic language study or related field from an appropriately accredited institution?
   • Yes, I currently hold a Ph.D. in Arabic language study or related field from an appropriately accredited institution
   • Yes, I will possess a Ph.D. in Arabic language study or related field from an appropriately accredited institution by August 16, 2019
   • No, I do not possess the required degree and will not by August 16, 2019

Application Materials Required Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents