Brian Harker
About Brian Harker
Brian Harker is a Senior Arabic Linguist with extensive experience in Arabic language instruction and linguistics. He has worked at various educational institutions and technical services, including Acclaim Technical Services and Brigham Young University.
Current Role at Acclaim Technical Services
Brian Harker serves as a Senior Arabic Linguist at Acclaim Technical Services. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to various projects that require advanced Arabic language skills. His role involves providing linguistic support, ensuring accurate communication, and facilitating understanding in Arabic for clients and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Acclaim Technical Services
Prior to his current position, Brian worked at Acclaim Technical Services as the Primary Arabic Linguist from 2013 to 2016. In this role, he was responsible for language translation and interpretation tasks, enhancing the company's capabilities in Arabic language services. His experience in this position laid the foundation for his advancement to Senior Arabic Linguist.
Education in Middle Eastern Studies and Arabic
Brian Harker earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Middle Eastern Studies with a focus on Arabic from Brigham Young University. He attended the university from 2005 to 2009, where he developed a strong foundation in Arabic language and culture, which supports his professional work in linguistics.
Teaching Experience in Arabic Language
Brian has experience as an Arabic teacher at Salt Lake Community College, where he taught from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he served as an Arabic instructor at Brigham Young University from 2005 to 2009. These teaching roles allowed him to share his knowledge of the Arabic language and culture with students, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Research Assistant Role at American University
In 2011, Brian worked as a Research Assistant at American University for a duration of four months. This role provided him with experience in academic research, contributing to his overall understanding of linguistic studies and enhancing his analytical skills in the field of Arabic linguistics.