Assistant Professor of French

2 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

QATAR UNIVERSITY

Research Field

Language sciences
Literature

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Qatar

Application Deadline

13 Jan 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Organization Name: Department of English Literature and Linguistics

Qatar University Profile:

Qatar University is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. It provides high quality undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare competent graduates, destined to shape the future of Qatar. The university community has diverse and committed faculty that teaches and conduct research, which addresses relevant local and regional challenges, advances knowledge, and contributes actively to the needs and aspirations of society.

Qatar University is an intellectual and scholarly community characterized by open discussion, the free exchange of ideas, respectful debate, and a commitment to rigorous inquiry. All members of the University - faculty, staff, and students - are expected to advance the scholarly and social values embodied by the university.

College Profile:

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) houses nine departments, covering a wide range of undergraduate specializations in the Arts and Sciences including English Literature and Linguistics, Arabic Language, Mass Communication, History, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, International Affairs, Policy, Planning and Development, Statistics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Environmental Sciences. The College also houses Master Programs, which are M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences, M.A. in Gulf Studies, M.A. in Arabic Language and Literature, M.Sc. in Materials Science and Technology, and M.Sc. in Applied Statistics. In addition to a PhD in Biological and Environmental Sciences and a PhD in Gulf Studies. Additionally, the College offers a Program of Arabic for Non- Native Speakers. Also, there are two established research centers namely the Center for Sustainable Development and the Gulf Studies Center.

It is worth mentioning that as members of Qatar University, CAS faculty members have excellent opportunities to secure internal and external funding for their research ideas. Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) is major source of research funding, with individual project funding limit reaching up to $600.000 per project (5 million exceptional projects) along with student research funding programs. As the national and largest University in the country, Qatar University is the recipient of most of QNRF awards, with many research- active faculty members able to win multiple grants.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Department of English Literature and Linguistics invites applications for an Assistant Professor of French to contribute to the department’s Minor in French program. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Teaching French as a Foreign Language, French Linguistics or French literature and a native or near-native proficiency in French. Knowledge of English and/or Arabic would be preferable. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience of teaching undergraduate, basic-to-intermediate French language courses and certified DELF/DALF examiners.

Qualifications

PhD in the relevant disciplinary area from a reputable and recognized institution. 

A minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, following the PhD Degree.

Familiarity with educational technologies used in higher education.

Willingness to work with teams and with people from diverse backgrounds.

Strong written and oral communication skills in English and/or Arabic.

Required Documents

Academic:

Cover letter.

Current Curriculum Vitae that includes the following information:

• Years of experience after Ph.D.
• Major and specialization/concentration
• H-index, total citations, Google scholar link, ORCID.
• The number of publications in Q1 journals in the last 5 years.
• The number of publications in Q2 journals in the last 5 years.
• The number of publications in Q3 journals in the last 5 years.
• The number of publications in Q4 journals in the last 5 years.
• The number of publications in non-indexed journals.
• The number of published books.
• The number of published chapter of books.
• Awards and Grants (with the role and budget amount).

Teaching, research, and service philosophy. 

Three referees’ contact information (include address, email and telephone number).

Copy of highest earned degree. (Transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, a copy of the certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).

Any additional documentation deemed relevant to the application.

Benefits

Academic:

A three-year renewable contract.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Tax-free salary.

Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.

Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.

Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.

Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.

Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.

End-of-contract indemnity.

How To Apply

New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa ) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position.

Job Category: Academic

End Date of Advertisment: 13-Jan-2024

Head of Department:

Dr. Khaled Al Shehari
[email protected]

Requirements
Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

QATAR UNIVERSITY

Country

Qatar

City

Doha

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/361912/assistant-professor…

Contact

City

Doha

STATUS: EXPIRED