Course Lecturer – ISLA 221/621 (02) D1 – Introductory Arabic – Fall 2025

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Fall 2025

Posting Period: June 1 – June 15

This course is an introduction to Modern Standard Arabic, including pronunciation, reading and writing of the Arabic script; and speaking and comprehension of basic sentences, commands, statements in the present tense. The selected candidate will prepare formal lessons and instruction in the Arabic language at the introductory level for a 4.5 hours per week course – for thirteen (13) weeks. They will also administer tests and examinations in conformity with regulations, mark assignments and submit the final grades online using McGill systems.

Please complete the online application form and upload required documents. Applications will be ranked according to the collective agreement between McGill University and the MCLIU. Preference will be given to the qualified applicant with the most priority points. McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University may, at its discretion, assign the person of its choice

to give this Course/Teaching.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Teaching Qualification Requirements

Education: M.A. or PhD degree in Arabic linguistics, literature, or a related field.

Experience: Relevant teaching experience at a university or college level. Fluency in Arabic is required.

Hiring Unit: Institute of Islamic Studies

Course Number: ISLA 221/621 (02) D1 – Introductory Arabic

Credit: 4.5 credit course

Start Date and End Date: August 27, 2025 – January 2, 2026

Schedule: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri 9:35 am-10:25 am

Location: Morrice Hall 017

Salary: $17,218.50

Deadline to apply: June 15, 2025 – This posting will expire at 00:00 am the day of the deadline to apply. You have until midnight the day before the deadline to apply to submit your application)

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Hiring Unit:

Institute of Islamic Studies

Course Title:

Introductory Arabic

Subject Code:

ISLA 221D1 02

Location:

Morrice Hall

Schedule:

Mon – Tues – Wed – Thurs – Fri 9:35 am – 10:25 am

Deadline to Apply:

2025-06-15

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