Instructor

University of Colorado Denver – College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Department of Modern Languages

Instructor of Linguistics and Arabic

Position #00350076 – Requisition #27752

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

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Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Accommodations may be granted for medical or religious reasons.
• Denver Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
• Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Accommodations may be granted for medical or religious reasons.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Denver is the state’s premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across eight schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through boundary-breaking innovation and impactful research and creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and annual economic impact of more than $800 million. For more information, visit www.ucdenver.edu .

The Department of Modern Languages has an opening for a full-time (.93 FTE) Instructor of Linguistics and Arabic.  The Department of Modern Languages consists of a collegial, multi-language faculty with strengths in teaching, research, and program development. We offer a minor in linguistics, as well as an M.A. in Spanish, a major in Spanish, and minors in three languages. This Instructor of Linguistics and Arabic position is a non-tenure track position, with the possibility of Clinical Teaching Track after initial appointment.

Position Emphasis:

The teaching load for this position will be 22 credit hours (73%). Primary teaching duties include courses in linguistics, including applied and sociolinguistics; additionally, the successful candidate must be able to teach language skills courses at all levels in Arabic, in both online and on-campus formats.  Service-related duties include coordination of our interdisciplinary linguistics minor and the Arabic language program. Evidence of excellence in teaching is required. 

Salary and Benefits:

The hiring range has been established at $60,000 to $63,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services .

University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

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Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics/Second Language Studies or closely related field.
• Experience teaching linguistics courses and/or language skills courses in Arabic.
• Experience implementing modern pedagogical approaches and supporting student success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with curriculum development.
• Experience with Study Abroad Programs.

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to teach online and on-campus linguistics courses.
• Ability to teach language skills courses in Arabic.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

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