Lecturer in Islamic Thought (In-Person)

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at UCLA invites applications for a Lecturer in Islamic Studies to teach one in-person course in Islamic Thought for the 2026-2027 academic year, likely Spring Quarter 2027. The successful candidate will have at least an M.A.

in Islamic Studies with specialization in Islamic thought and college teaching experience, and must demonstrate knowledge of major historical debates and genres in Islam, plus advanced Arabic.

Qualifications

• MA in Islamic Studies or related discipline
• Prior college-level teaching experience
• Advanced knowledge of Arabic required; additional languages (Persian, Turkish, Malay, etc.) desirable

Responsibilities

• Teach one in-person course in Islamic Thought during the 2026-2027 academic year (Spring Quarter 2027).
• Submit CV, Teaching Statement, and contact information for 3-5 references.

Skills

Teaching experience

Arabic language

Education

MA in Islamic Studies or related discipline

Job description

The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at UCLA invites applications for a Lecturer in Islamic Studies to teach one in-person course in Islamic Thought for the 2026-2027 academic year, likely Spring Quarter 2027. The successful candidate will have at least an M.A.

in Islamic Studies with specialization in Islamic thought and college teaching experience, and must demonstrate knowledge of major historical debates and genres in Islam, plus advanced Arabic.