Instructor in Interpreting (Arabic/English)

United Arab Emirates University; Al Ain; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Arab Emirates University invites applications for a full-time Instructor in Interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in interpreting, with a focus on Arabic-English language pairs, and provide academic advising.

The role emphasizes high-quality teaching, active student engagement, and contribution to curriculum development within a dynamic academic environment. Prior interpreting experience is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Translation, Interpreting, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Experience teaching consecutive and simultaneous interpreting.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to an inclusive learning environment.
• Professional interpreting experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa).
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Select and prepare teaching and learning resources.
• Plan and deliver well-organized instructional sessions.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and needs.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement.

Skills

Arabic-English interpreting

Consecutive & simultaneous

Teaching

Student advising

Communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in Translation/Interpreting/Applied Linguistics

Job description

Job Description:

The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a full-time Instructor in Interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa). The successful candidate will join a dynamic academic environment committed to excellence in teaching and student development. The instructor will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in interpreting, with a focus on Arabic-English and English-Arabic language pairs. The candidate is expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, active student engagement, and academic advising.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa).
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Select and prepare appropriate teaching and learning resources.
• Plan and deliver well-organized, effective instructional sessions.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students’ interests, diverse cultural backgrounds, and learning needs.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications:

• A relevant postgraduate degree in Translation, Interpreting, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching consecutive and simultaneous interpreting.
• Native or near‑native proficiency in both Arabic and English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Professional experience as an interpreter is an advantage.

Application Requirements:

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• A cover letter
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A list of courses taught

Minimum Qualifications:

• A relevant postgraduate degree in Translation, Interpreting, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching consecutive and simultaneous interpreting.
• Native or near‑native proficiency in both Arabic and English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Professional experience as an interpreter is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A relevant postgraduate degree in Translation, Interpreting, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching consecutive and simultaneous interpreting.
• Native or near‑native proficiency in both Arabic and English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Professional experience as an interpreter is an advantage.