A good knowledge of French is desirable. Applicants to the field of Modern Arabic Literature should be well versed in both Arab and Western classical heritages, as well as in modern literary theories. Applicants to both fields must be able to teach, in Arabic fusha , service courses in Islamic theology and philosophy and Arabic morphology and syntax to native speakers of Arabic. Applicants to the field of Arabic as a Foreign Language should preferably have a strong academic background in Arabic Language and Culture, and sufficient experience in teaching Arabic for foreigners. Positions are at the assistant professor level but higher ranks may be considered depending on qualifications.
Appointments are generally for an initial period of three years.
Visiting positions at all levels may be considered for all vacancies. Sabbatical visitors are welcome in all fields. Department of Biology The Department of Biology at the American University of Beirut invites applicants for a faculty position in the areas of Bio-informatics, Marine Ecology, and Plant Taxonomy, and Population Genetics. Ph.D. degree, teaching and research experience required. Applicants to the field of Plant Taxonomy should have a classical taxonomic training.