Georgetown University in Qatar invites applications for one (1) teaching faculty position in Mathematics
The successful candidate will hold an M.A. or Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field. They will have demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate mathematics, including calculus and pre-calculus, and in supporting students across disciplines who require quantitative coursework. Ability to teach Linear Algebra is preferred, but not required.
The successful applicant will take their place at a top-ranking research and teaching institution, and will have as colleagues a team of internationally recognized scholars.
GU-Q offers a rich academic setting supported by strong institutional resources to enable excellence in teaching and research. Teaching Faculty teach three courses (or 9 credit hours) per semester (a 3-3 load), supported by best-in-class instructional infrastructure. This includes the Global Classroom, which connects students in Doha with peers in Washington, D.C., for live, cross-campus engagement, and access to collaborative research centers such as the Center for International and Regional Studies (CIRS)
To advance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU-Q provides:
Access to GU-Q faculty research funds.
Eligibility for funding through the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI)
Annual summer research stipend, up to 2/9 of base salary.
Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources.
GU-Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptional expatriate benefits package that includes:
Fully furnished, high-quality housing.
Transportation allowance.
Annual family home leave.
Worldwide health insurance coverage.
Private school tuition support for accompanying children.
Additional relocation and onboarding assistance.
GU-Q was established in 2005 alongside other elite international universities in Education City, in partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign Service’s Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree. Ranked first in the world in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this liberal arts program offers majors in International Politics, International History, Culture and Politics, and International Economics. The degree is awarded by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. GU-Q is a research-focused, student-oriented institution with a globally competitive research and publications record. GU-Q values interdisciplinarity, and its faculty and students benefit from the opportunities offered by the wider academic eco-system of Education City. For more information on GU-Q, see https://www.qatar.georgetown.edu
Qatar offers a diverse, safe, and family-friendly living environment. Ranked as one of the safest countries in the world, it is connected by direct flights to over 160 destinations in 90 countries. The iconic National Library, adjacent to GU-Q in Education City and designed by Rem Koolhaas, provides free membership to all faculty and students. Public parks, beaches, sports facilities (including Education City’s extensive sports venues), museums, cafes, and restaurants abound, and a state-of-the-art metro system connects all parts of Doha and nearby locations (see https://www.visitqatar.qa/en/home). For a glimpse of what it is like to teach and live in Qatar, see: https://youtu.be/HNoERrWln4k
Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide a cover letter detailing teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 500 words), evidence of teaching excellence (such as recent student course ratings, peer observation reports, etc.), and the names of three scholarly references.
All application materials must be submitted via Georgetown’s online application management system at [link] Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Questions about the online application system should be directed to Ms. Carina Lawson at cl978@georgetown.edu Queries about the position should be directed to Professor Alexis Antoniades at aa658@georgetown.edu Please reference “Mathematics” in the subject line.
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Requesting Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website fo r general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicantsYou also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu
