Assistant Professor in International Relations

faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking outstanding candidates with a proven track record in research and teaching, who are eager to contribute to the interdisciplinary academic environment of our university. Qualifications: PhD in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Economics and related disciplines, as well as area studies - including African, Asian, Latin American studies, broadly-defined); within the first 3 years of acquiring a PhD. Strong potential for or proven ability to conduct high-quality research, as evidenced by publications in leading academic journals: a minimum of 2 x Q1/Q2 (WoS) publications are desired, Commitment to excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels; ideally one course on qualitative, quantitative or computational research methodology. (Course load is 2+2) Interdisciplinary research experience and collaborations are highly desirable. Prior large grant research experience is desirable; especially at the TUBITAK1001, HorizonEurope or similar large grant project research and/or coordination experience. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver innovative undergraduate and graduate courses. Engage in high-impact research, leading to publications in top-tier academic journals. Supervise graduate students and contribute to the development of the department’s academic programs. Collaborate with other faculty members on interdisciplinary research projects and initiatives. Have a strong research plan in place to apply for TUBITAK, Horizon, and ERC grants Actively engage in service to the university, professional organizations, and the wider academic community. Why Join Özyeğin University? A supportive and dynamic research, and a collegial departmental environment. State-of-the-art facilities and access to extensive research resources. Competitive salary and benefits, including research funding and conference support. Opportunities to engage with diverse academic disciplines and industries in Istanbul, a global city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents in Round-1 A cover letter detailing research interests, teaching experience, and future plans – especially related to works in progress, application plans for major grants and which faculty members the applicant is interested in developing collaborations and on which existing projects. Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications. Two recent publication samples Contact information for two academic references. Short-listed applicants will then be asked to provide the following: Teaching evaluations (if available). Two academic references. Please submit all application materials via email to samarjit.ghosh@ozyegin.edu.tr by 15 December 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Samarjit Ghosh at samarjit.ghosh@ozyegin.edu.tr Join Özyeğin University and be part of a forward-thinking, equal-opportunity academic community that is shaping the future of innovative research and education.