Duties & Responsibilities
The Department of English Literature and Linguistics invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Spanish to contribute to the department’s Minor in Spanish program. The ideal candidate will have a native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, a strong background in Spanish language teaching, and an MA, or preferably a PhD, in one of the following areas:
Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language- Spanish Linguistics
- Spanish, Hispanic Studies
Proficiency in English and/or Arabic is required. Applicants with demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate basic-to-intermediate Spanish language courses, a track record in research, and DELE examiner certification will be given priority.
Qualifications
Qualifications
1. PhD, in the relevant field from a reputable and recognized institution.
2. A minimum of 3 years of university-level teaching experience after the completion of the highest postgraduate degree.
4. Familiarity with educational technologies used in higher education.
5. Willingness to work with teams and with people from diverse backgrounds.
6. Strong written and oral communication skills in English and/or Arabic.
Required Documents
Academic:
1. Cover letter.
2. Current Curriculum Vitae that includes the following information:
3. Years of University-level teaching experience after the completion of the highest academic degree.
4. Major and specialization/concentration.
5. Teaching philosophy and research statement.
6. Three referees’ contact information (include address, email and telephone number).
7. Copy of the highest earned degree.
(If your highest academic degree was earned from an institution where coursework was completed, please submit a transcript. However, if the degree was awarded without coursework (e.g., based on research), kindly provide an official certificate letter from the registrar of the institution confirming the credential).
8. Any additional documentation deemed relevant to the application.
Benefits
Academic:
- A three-year renewable contract.
- Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
- End-of-contract indemnity in accordance with QU HR policies.
How To Apply
New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (
https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position.