The Department of International Relations at Middle East Technical University invites expressions of interest for assistant professorship in international relations, to begin in the next academic year, 2026-2027. The department welcomes applications from scholars working in the field of international relations.

Successful candidates will have a strong publication record, and are expected to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate programs of the Department of International Relations. The positions entail a teaching load of at least two courses per semester.

Applicants must have received their Ph.D. degree no earlier than 2020 in International Relations, Political Science, or a related academic discipline. Candidates must submit: 1) a CV that includes contact information of three scholars who can provide letters of recommendation, and 2) a cover letter that includes a statement of research and teaching interests. Applications and all enquiries must be sent to irjobs@metu.edu.tr. The deadline to send applications is September 7, 2025. The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in first week of October 2025.

Middle East Technical University is an English-medium public university located in Ankara, Turkey. It is one of the leading universities in Turkey with a great reputation internationally. The Department of International Relations fully embraces the university's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and social responsibility, and is widely regarded as one of the most prominent International Relations departments of Turkey.

Please note that this is a preliminary search. The appointment will be made after the successful completion of all necessary legal procedures.

Candidates are strongly advised to confirm that they meet METU's appointment criteria before applying. https://pdb.metu.edu.tr/tr/system/files/formlar/akademikozluk/faculty_ap...