The Philip Jabre Visiting Professorship in Art History and Curating
The Department of Fine Arts and Art History (FAAH) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for the position of Visiting Professor of Art History and Curating.
We are searching for a scholar with a distinguished record of academic or curatorial activities. The area of specialization is contemporary art and theory, or the theories, methods and practices of curating. The position is available as either a one semester or full academic year appointment. Appointment will begin in Fall or Spring of AY2026-27.
The course load is one course per semester in addition to coordinating a non-credit reading seminar and delivering one public lecture. Courses taught by the Philip Jabre Visiting Professor will form part of the MA in Art History and Curating. Opportunities to collaborate with and curate exhibitions at AUB Art Galleries are available, and a teaching course might take the form of co-producing an exhibition with the students in the course.
Applicants will preferably hold a PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies or related field, but a PhD is not required and have experience as a scholar or curator.
Please submit the following application materials
1. letter of interest stating your research plans, when you’d like to begin and whether you’d like to stay for one or two semesters.
2. Curriculum vitae
3. two samples of published research
4. A sample syllabus of a proposed course
5. Names of two referees
Application materials must be submitted through
Interfolio.
Application review will begin on June 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of Arabic and NEL: Associate/Full Professor and Department Chair
The Department of Arabic and Near Eastern Languages at the American University of Beirut invites applications for the position of Department Chair. The department seeks a scholar currently at the rank of Full or Associate Professor, with tenure, who has demonstrated success in research, teaching, and leading academic units. The department welcomes applicants specializing in Arabic Literature, covering all periods of the Arabic literary tradition including pre-modern Arabic Literature (including pre-Islamic, Umayyad, Abbasid, Mamluk, or Ottoman periods) and modern Arabic Literature (including the Nahḍa, modern and contemporary poetry and prose, thematic studies, modern Arab thought, gender studies, and related fields). The appointment is expected to begin on
August 15, 2026.
The language of instruction in the department (and only in this department) is Standard Arabic (fuṣḥā), but mastery of English is an essential requirement. Applicants should demonstrate solid grounding in both the Arabic and Western classical heritages, including literary theory and grammar. A reading knowledge of French and/or German is highly desirable. Candidates must be able to teach humanities and Arabic communication skills courses in Arabic to native speakers of Arabic.
A complete application should include:
- A detailed cover letter
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- A research statement
- A teaching statement with evidence of effective teaching
- Names and contact information of three references
All application materials should be submitted by
January 31, 2026 via Interfolio through the following
link
Department of Biology: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology
The Department of Biology at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for one tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of bioinformatics/computational biology, to begin in
August 2026.
The Department offers BS and MS degrees in Biology and a PhD degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology. Candidates with teaching experience in bioinformatics, population genetics/evolutionary theory, and interdisciplinary non-experimental research programs are especially encouraged to apply.
Competitive applicants will have postdoctoral experience, an independent research program, and strong research and teaching qualifications.
Application Instructions:
Application materials include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and research statement. Three letters of reference should be uploaded directly by the referees through
Interfolio.
Review of applications will begin on
December 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of Computer Science: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for one tenure-track assistant professor position in Computer Science, to begin in
August 2026.
Candidates are expected to contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and service missions. Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for excellence in research and a commitment to high-quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Teach core and elective courses in Computer Science.
- Supervise undergraduate and graduate student research.
- Develop and sustain a strong research program with external funding.
- Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service.
Areas of Specialization:
We seek candidates whose expertise complements and strengthens the department’s curriculum and research profile. Priority areas include (but are not limited to):
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity and Privacy
- High Performance Computing
- Computer Graphics and Gaming
- Theoretical Computer Science
Outstanding candidates in other areas of Computer Science will also be considered.
Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field (at the time of appointment).
- Evidence of excellence in research and publication.
- Evidence of or potential for teaching excellence.
- Ability to contribute to departmental priorities in both undergraduate and graduate education.
Application Instructions:
Application materials include a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Teaching Statement, Service Statement, and names/contact information for at least three references.
Applications should be submitted through
Interfolio.
Review of applications will begin on
February 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of Economics: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Economics
The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to begin in the Fall semester of the 2026–2027 academic year (August 2026).
AUB is a teaching-centered research university with a commitment to liberal arts education. Founded in 1866, its mission is to produce and deliver high-quality knowledge and to contribute to the well-being and development of the population of Lebanon and the West Asia and North Africa region.
We encourage candidates from all fields of Economics to apply. Successful candidates will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and should be committed to research and teaching of the highest quality. The teaching load is four courses per year. The language of instruction is English. Candidates must have a PhD in Economics by the time of appointment. The initial appointment is for a period of four years to allow for a mid-tenure review.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should provide a cover letter, research and teaching statements, curriculum vitae, and a job market paper. Three letters of reference should be uploaded directly by the referees through
Interfolio.
Review of applications will begin on
January 2, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of English: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Composition and Rhetoric
The Department of English at the American University of Beirut invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and Rhetoric to begin Fall 2026.
Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in Writing Studies, Rhetorics, and Language. Areas of preferred emphasis include composition studies, research methods and design, and rhetorical theory. Candidates with expertise or demonstrated ability in sociolinguistics are also encouraged to apply.
The first-year teaching load is 1/1, and 2/2 thereafter.
An active research agenda is expected of the successful candidate. Research startup funds are provided, and additional internal support is available through competitive grant applications.
Applicants should submit a complete application through
Interfolio by January 15, 2026.
Applications will include:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research statement (maximum 1,000 words)
4. Writing sample (manuscript-length, up to 10,000 words)
5. List of three references References will be contacted for shortlisted candidates only.
Review of applications will begin
January 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of English: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Theater
Position Summary:
A full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Theater, with a specialization in directing, playwriting and production – a dynamic artist-scholar with a strong production background, who is committed to excellence in teaching, creative work, and service. Some knowledge of theater from the MENA region is beneficial though not essential. Similarly, some background in directing or acting for film is also beneficial. The appointment is expected to begin on August 15, 2026. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to direct theatrical productions (both student and professional), teach a range of undergraduate courses in acting, directing, playwriting and production – and contribute to a vibrant curriculum and help build a growing theater culture and community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct at least one departmental production per academic year.
- Teach undergraduate courses in acting, directing, playwriting, production and other theater-related subjects.
- Develop and revise curricula to reflect diverse theatrical traditions and practices.
- Advise and mentor students in academic and production-related settings.
- Engage in ongoing creative and/or scholarly work in the field.
- Contribute to departmental and university service.
- Foster an inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity in all its forms.
Candidates are asked to submit:
- letter of interest
- CV
- samples of work or production-related materials – including but not limited to scripts, videos of productions (or links), reviews.
Required documents should be submitted via
InterfolioReview of applications will being on
February 28, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Department of Fine Arts and Art History: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Music
The Department of Fine Arts and Art History at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for the position of tenure-track assistant professor in Music.
The successful candidate will carry a dual role as conductor of the AUB choir and as the director of the minor degree in music currently offered by the department.
The successful candidate will work to develop and guide the minor degree in Music towards a BA degree. Experience in curricular development and/or academic administration would be an asset. Contributions to service include collaborating with the Zaki Nassif Program for Music.
In their role as director of the music program, the successful candidate will promote and develop a curricular emphasis on Arabic or other non-Western musical traditions with particular attention to global improvisational traditions and/or composition.
In their position as choir conductor, the successful applicant will work with the university to raise funds and promote the formation of a high-quality and innovative choral ensemble.
We seek a colleague who can offer introductory and intermediate courses in a range of areas (eg. history, theory), as well as advanced courses in areas of specialization. We particularly welcome candidates with experience arranging for and working with diverse small ensembles.
Applicants must demonstrate evidence of teaching and research excellence. The applicant must hold a terminal degree in the field with a preference for doctorate holders. The language of instruction is English. The position will start in August of 2026.
Please submit the following application materials:
1) Letter of interest
2) Curriculum Vitae
3) Three academic reference letters.
4) Two samples of published music and/or academic research.
5) Two sample syllabi.
Application materials must be submitted through
Interfolio
Application review will begin on the 1st of May 2026 and continue rolling until the position is filled.
Critical Humanities for the Liberal Arts (CHLA): Lecturer of Critical Humanities for the Liberal Arts
The CHLA program invites applications for one full-time lecturer position. The program is seeking applicants who have an interdisciplinary training and who are either finishing a PhD or have attained a PhD degree in any field of relevance from these below: philosophy, history of science, cultural studies, critical technology studies, medical humanities, and critical theory.
The program is seeking candidates who are able to primarily teach courses 210-214 inclusive. Candidates who have experience teaching in history of ideas and or critical humanities programs are highly encouraged to apply.
Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves to the courses listed above and to write a letter of application explicitly stating why they would be suitable for the position. Upon selection, candidates will be observed in a teaching session by members of the committee.
Interested candidates should submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Evidence of teaching experience (student evaluations if applicable or any other supporting documents).
Application materials must be submitted through Interfolio by the extended deadline of April 7, 2026.
Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.