How to Apply
Applicants should upload a letter of intent and curriculum vitae for initial review. Selected applicants will then be asked to submit three references, a teaching statement, and sample syllabi. Deadline to apply is December 19, 2025. An offer of employment will be extended no later than December 22, 2025. This appointment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eleventh day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended. This appointment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Job Summary
The Department of Language, Culture, and the Arts, and the Communication discipline in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters (CASL) invites applicants for a LEO Lecturer I, non-tenure-track appointment which begins January 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, for the Fall 2025 term. Contractual full-time rate per term is $25,500; term salary is dependent on number of courses taught and the course effort percentage, up to 66.66% appointment for the Fall 2025 term. The successful candidate will be comfortable teaching face-to-face and online for these two courses:
ARBC 101; Introduction to Arabic Language and Culture 1, a 4 credit-hour course at 33.33% effort
First course in the two-course elementary Arabic sequence. Listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and culture are emphasized. Course materials promote the use of language to communicate with others and function in Arabic culture. This is an online course.
ARBC 102; Beginning Arabic II, a 4 credit-hour course at 33.33% effort
Second course in the two-course elementary sequence. Continued emphasis on culture and the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This is an online course.
Who We Are
The University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) is one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn offers high quality undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education to residents of southeastern Michigan, and attracts more than 8,000 students. Our faculty members come from respected universities and doctoral programs, achieve excellence in research and teaching, and participate actively in professional and academic service roles in their respective fields. US News and World Report recently recognized our campus as a Best Regional University.
The campus is set within 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate. Dearborn is centrally located within one of America's largest business regions. The geographically diverse area provides faculty with a variety of urban, suburban, and rural living options within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, Detroit suburbs, and Ann Arbor.
Required Qualifications*
? Native or near-native language proficiency
? At least three years of experience teaching upper-level French courses in literature and culture at the post-secondary level
? ABD or currently in a Ph.D. program
? Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching college-level courses in Arabic
The successful candidate must be able to teach all levels (Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced) of Arabic courses, including courses in the above areas of specialization. The successful candidate must show potential for and commitment to teaching in a communicative-based language program, as well as working with talented and diverse students at the undergraduate level. Familiarity with the technology for language teaching is highly desirable.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.