Lecturer in Languages

Posting Details

Job #: 078905
Job Title: Part-Time Faculty : ARB 301: Arabic V (Fall 2026)
Location: Syracuse, NY
Campus: Syracuse, NY
Commitment to On-Campus Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,483 to $1,800 per credit.

Pay Determination:

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours:

As determined by department/chair.
Office hours required

Job Type: Part-time
Rank: PTI/Adjunct
Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Syracuse University is seeking a Part-time Instructor to teach one 3-credit section of Arabic V (ARB 301) in the fall 2026 semester, which begins on August 24, 2026 (appointment begins on August 17, 2026).

Arabic V (ARB 301) Continuing proficiency Arabic language course which focuses on more advanced levels of proficiency in reading, speaking, writing, and listening. Activities are conducted in Arabic.

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per credit rate history within the hiring department.

All positions and offers are subject to funding availability and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Master’s required, Ph.D. preferred; native or near-native fluency required.
• Experience in university-level teaching preferred.

Job Specific Qualifications

Not Applicable

Responsibilities

It is understood that teaching assignments may include:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course related duties as outlined by your department’s policies for part-time instructors.
• Building a positive rapport with the students and faculty.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

For full consideration, in addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of names of three references at www.sujobopps.com.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse Area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

EEO Statement

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability