Seasonal Language Lecturer - Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses in Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and other Middle Eastern languages and cultures during Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027.

Responsibilities may include teaching one or more sections, advising students, grading, preparing materials, and maintaining a course website. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in an advanced degree program.
• MA degree (or equivalent international degree) in relevant fields of language and literature, cultures or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections of a lecture course and attend all lectures.
• Advise students and hold regular office hours.
• Assign grades and provide timely feedback.
• Prepare course materials and maintain a course website.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course preparation

Education

Advanced degree / enrolled

MA in language & literature

Job description

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses in Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and other Middle Eastern languages and cultures during Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027.

Responsibilities may include teaching one or more sections, advising students, grading, preparing materials, and maintaining a course website. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.