School of Arts and Sciences
Department: English and Creative Arts
Campus: Byblos
Expected start date: Fall 2027
Deadline for applying: January 31, 2027
Position SummaryThe Department of English and Creative Arts (ECA) in the School of Arts and Sciences at the Lebanese American University (LAU) invites applicants to full-time teaching positions, lecturer rank, in the Academic English Sequence.
Responsibilities
- Teach a variety of academic writing courses which include ENG 009, ENG 101, ENG 102, ENG 202.
- Play an active role in the coordination, curriculum development, and pedagogical innovation of the Academic English Sequence.
- Mentor and advise students and contribute to the professional development of writing instructors.
- Participate actively in departmental, school, and university service, including committee work and academic event planning.
Minimum Qualifications
- * Ph.D. in English Language, Rhetoric and Composition, TEFL/TESL or Academic Writing from a recognized institution
- Four years of university teaching experience; preferably Academic English and Writing/Composition courses
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
The DepartmentThe Department of English and Creative Arts is a multidisciplinary entity at LAU encompassing the various branches of arts in the School of Arts and Sciences. This includes English, Translation, Performing Arts and TV/Film. It also hosts the Intensive English Program and the Academic English Sequence that serve all students. The department adopts innovative education based, mainly on Liberal Arts, and aims to promote a culture of learning which dovetails theory and practice, enhancing the culture of critical, analytical and creative thinking. It offers four undergraduate BA degrees in addition to several minors in relevant disciplines. It also endeavors to fulfill the mission of LAU and the School by educating young learners in Lebanon, the region and beyond, by advancing scholarship, and by contributing to preparing students to serve the common good of their communities and humanity at large. Information about the department can be found at:
https://soas.lau.edu.lb/academics/departments/english-creative-arts/index.php
The UniversityThe Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York. Information about the University can be found at http://www.lau.edu.lb.
Application RequirementsProspective candidates should apply electronically by sending a letter of interest highlighting relevant background and teaching and professional experience, and an updated CV be emailed to [email protected]. The CV must include the names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of three references.
Candidates must refer to position no. AS-28-8, in the subject line of the email.
