Imperial College London: International Relations Assistant (UK)

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International Relations Assistant, Imperial College London, England. Deadline: 22 September 2026.

The International Relations Assistant role is an exciting opportunity to play an important part in the running of a busy and fast paced International Relations Office. You will provide administrative and co-ordination support to ensure the effective and efficient running of Imperial College London’s Global science and technology hubs, including maintaining the customer relationship management database and a seed fund offering grants to applicants across all faculties at the university.

You will also be part of a wider team supporting IRO’s broader Imperial Global portfolio, which spans international strategic partnerships, programmes and regional engagement.

U Sheffield: Global Opportunities Coordinator (UK)

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Global Opportunities Coordinator, Student & Academic Services, University of Sheffield, England. Deadline: 13 September 2026.

The University of Sheffield is seeking a talented and forward-thinking individual to join the dynamic Global Opportunities team. The team forms part of the Careers & Employability Service within Student & Academic Services, contributing directly to the University of Sheffield’s strategy and institutional priorities for student employability and graduate outcomes.

Global Opportunities offer high-quality, innovative experiences to enable students to stand out as confident global citizens upon graduation. They support over 1,000 inbound and outbound students undertaking international mobility each year through our network of 200+ partner institutions worldwide. You will manage designated areas of activity, focussing on grant funding and partnership agreements, but may also include inbound and outbound study abroad and short-term experiences.

Aarhus U: Assistant / Associate Professor in French & Francophone Communication (Denmark)

“JobAssistant Professor (Tenure Track) / Associate Professor in French and Francophone Communication, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark. Deadline: 1 November 2026.

The Department of German and Romance Languages has a strong international research and teaching profile in the study of language, culture and cross-border communication. They are looking for an applicant who can contribute to and strengthen the development of the department’s research and teaching profiles in Francophone and international communication in French. The successful applicant will be expected to teach on the department’s bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in Francophone and international communication in French, or in a closely related area.

In sum, they are looking for an innovative and dedicated applicant who will strengthen the research and teaching profiles of the department nationally and internationally, and who will contribute to Aarhus University’s core activities in the areas of research, teaching and supervision, talent development and knowledge exchange.

The Department of German and Romance Languages at Aarhus University has a strong and well-established international profile and a dynamic research network. The successful applicant will pursue research that explores the interaction between language, culture and communication in French-speaking contexts, including the ways in which meaning, identity and values are negotiated across cultural, institutional or linguistic boundaries. Possible areas of specialisation include communication in professional and societal contexts – such as sustainability and ESG communication, crisis and reputation management, or branding and identity – as well as intercultural encounters in Francophone societies, cultural transfer, narratives and representation, language and identity, translation and mediation, and the teaching and learning of French as a foreign language. Research that integrates theoretical, empirical and didactic approaches with humanistic and/or societal perspectives will be particularly welcome.

Given the increasing role of language technologies – including AI, corpus linguistics and digital communication tools – in professional and societal communication and in language education, it will be an advantage if the applicant is able to integrate these technologies and methods into research and teaching.

The successful applicant will be expected to contribute actively to the department’s teaching and supervision activities, including courses in international and professional communication (e.g. change, sustainability and ESG communication, crisis and reputation management, and branding and identity), intercultural communication, French language and culture, and language didactics, at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. The appointee will also be expected to employ innovative, student-centred teaching methods and to participate in the development of interdisciplinary degree programmes in language, culture and communication.

They are looking for a colleague who combines a high level of linguistic and cultural competence in French with a strong interest in intercultural understanding, cultural diversity and the communicative challenges faced by organisations, and who can contribute to the department’s vibrant, interdisciplinary environment connecting language, culture and society.

Cal Poly: Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication (USA)

“JobAssistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, USA. Deadline: 15 September 2026.

The Department of Communication Studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication positions, beginning approximately August 12, 2027. They seek two teacher-scholars whose teaching and research advance the study of interpersonal communication from a social scientific perspective. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, an active research agenda, and the potential to contribute to the department’s mission through service and student mentorship.

The first position is most relevant to followers of this Center; it is designated for a scholar with expertise in conflict management, negotiation, and mediation. They welcome applicants whose research examines communication processes related to interpersonal conflict across relational, family, health, small group, organizational, intercultural, or other social contexts.

U Albany: Executive Director for Strategic Partnerships with India (USA)

“JobExcecutive Director for Strategic Partnerships with India, University at Albany, Albany, NY, USA. Deadline: 3 September 2026.

The University at Albany (UAlbany) is expanding its global reach, visibility, and impact in India, focusing on academic and research partnerships. Most recently, UAlbany signed several agreements with partner institutions, including Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (RUAS) and Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management (RISM). This initiative is in line with the university’s strategic priority of Internationalization and its primary goal to educate engaged global citizens.

These agreements have already paved the way for UAlbany, RUAS, and RISM to collaborate on academic programs, research initiatives, workforce development efforts, and faculty and student exchange. Since these partnerships began in 2025, we have made significant progress, including our collaboration with RISM’s launch in India. Important milestones include:

The official launch of RISM in its temporary location in June 2026. A groundbreaking celebration for the new RISM campus in Bengaluru, which will also feature a high-level delegation from UAlbany in September 2026. Ongoing relationship-building with industry partners in India. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Research and Economic Development, the Executive Director for Strategic Partnerships with India will, in coordination and collaboration with the President, the Chief of Staff to the President, and senior administration at UAlbany and our partner institutions, focus on the development and implementation of strategic goals, projects, and initiatives related to academic and research partnerships, enrollment, and industry partnerships. The Executive Director will also work with UAlbany leadership to set the vision, goals, and strategic priorities to develop a robust, impactful, and sustainable model aimed at expanding and strengthening these partnerships.

The Executive Director will serve as the primary liaison and operational lead for UAlbany’s existing and future partnerships in India and other areas of the world as determined by the President and the UAlbany leadership team. They will coordinate closely with UAlbany’s leadership team, including the President, Provost, Vice President for Research and Economic Development, Academic Deans, the President’s Chief of Staff and Liaison for International Relations, and others. Their leadership role will be instrumental to these partnerships.

In addition to executing the existing partnership agreements, the Executive Director should be proposing potential new areas for partnership with RUAS, RISM, and other institutions and industry leaders in India and other areas of the world.

IIE: Events Specialist, Fulbright (USA)

“JobEvents Specialist, Fulbright, Institute of International Education, Washington, DC, USA. Deadline: 9 September 2026.

This position will work with the Fulbright Events team to advance the mission of the Fulbright program by creating engagement and connections among Fulbright students, scholars, and professionals. Through our events, Fulbrighters from around the world connect with each other, engage with concepts and ideas, and further their professional development, academic success, and understanding of the United States and other countries.

This position is responsible for the design, conceptualization and implementation of Fulbright seminar and professional development activities, including but not limited to core in-person seminars and/or special thematic seminars. The Events specialist is the primary point of contact for unique programs in the Fulbright portfolio and Events Team portfolio including, but not limited to, high profile meetings, summits, and VIP gatherings. The specialist will have primary responsibility for content development, sponsor communication, subcontractor monitoring, and on-site implementation.

Sheffield Hallam U: Spanish & International Business (UK)

“JobLecturer in Spanish and International Business, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, England, UK. Deadline: 13 September 2026.

The College of Business, Technology, and Engineering is seeking a Spanish lecturer with a background in higher education to teach in both Spanish and English, helping students develop the language skills, business knowledge and international outlook to succeed in their studies and future careers.

You will play a central role in the International Business with Spanish course as well as teaching Spanish electives across the School. Through inclusive and engaging teaching, you will help students develop their language proficiency, cultural awareness and ability to use Spanish confidently within professional and international business contexts.

You will also draw on your experience of business education to contribute in English across the undergraduate curriculum. This will include supporting teaching and learning on introductory modules covering academic and professional development, international business, and people and organisational culture.

Informed by current scholarship and practice, you will use a range of teaching approaches and digital tools to create effective learning activities and resources. As a module leader, you will oversee teaching, assessment and feedback, maintain academic standards and contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance and continuous improvement.

UTS: Assistant/Associate Professor World Religions and Intercultural Studies (USA)

“JobAssistant / Associate Professor of World Religions and Intercultural Studies, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, MN, USA. Posted: 11 August 2026.

United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities invites applications for an endowed tenure-track position: Assistant/Associate Professor of World Religions and Intercultural Studies. Responsibilities include: teaching six courses per academic year at the graduate (seminary) level. Regular faculty expectations include engaging in scholarly activity (research, conferences, publications), advising students, and serving on seminary committees. Faculty are also expected to teach up to five special studies (individualized directed studies) per year.

WZB Berlin Social Science Center: Director for the Study of International Relations (Germany)

“JobDirector for the Study of International Relations, Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin [WZB Berlin Social Science Center], Germany. Deadline: 20 September 2026.

The Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin für Sozialforschung (WZB Berlin Social Science Center) is one of the leading global research institutions in the field of social sciences. It unites the social sciences to address society’s biggest challenges. The WZB conducts world-class problem-oriented basic research in the social sciences and connects research and society by engaging with decision-makers in the public and private sectors, civil society and the general public. By bringing together scholars from all over the world with their various methodological and disciplinary backgrounds – including sociology, political science, economics, and law -, the WZB fosters a vibrant and stimulating research environment that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Research at the WZB is characterized by long-term projects based on multidisciplinary cooperation and transnational perspectives. The current cross-cutting research topics at the WZB are: Climate, Democracy, Digitalization, Education, Gender, Health, International Orders, Migration, and Work. The WZB is a publicly funded non-university research institute and a member of the Leibniz Association.

The WZB seeks to establish a new research department and to fill a permanent full-time position of Director (f/m/x) for the study of international relations, broadly understood. They aim to appoint a world-class scholar in political science, sociology, or economics who will establish and lead a team to implement an ambitious research agenda focused on theory-driven empirical research on transformations of the international order and shifting power relations. Specializations might include conflict and war, international security, contestation and legitimacy of international institutions and norms, transnational politics, international political economy, and global governance challenges, such as climate change, migration, trade, or development.

CIEE: Study Abroad London: Senior Internship Program Coordinator (UK)

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Senior Internship Program Coordinator, CIEE Study Abroad London, UK. Deadline: 14 September 2026.

CIEE is the world’s oldest and largest nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization. Since 1947, CIEE has provided students with high-quality international education experiences that foster academic achievement, intercultural understanding, and professional development. Through study abroad, internship, and experiential learning programs, CIEE prepares students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. CIEE is committed to recruiting talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional student experiences, building meaningful partnerships, and contributing to the continued growth of international education.

The Senior Internship Program Coordinator plays a key leadership role in the operational delivery of CIEE London’s internship and experiential learning programmes. Reporting to the Internships Director, this position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination of internship placements, employer engagement, student support, and programme administration, ensuring a consistently high-quality experience for students and host organisations.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Coordinator serves as the primary operational lead for internship placement activities and employer relationship management. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining a strong portfolio of internship hosts, coordinating complex placement logistics, monitoring programme quality, and driving continuous improvement across internship operations.

The Senior Coordinator works collaboratively across Academic, Student Life, Customised Programmes, and external university partners to ensure internship programmes are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and in alignment with CIEE’s strategic objectives. The role also provides guidance and support to colleagues within the Internships team and acts as the operational lead in the Director’s absence.

NOTE: There are also positions available for an Internship Program Coordinator and a Director of Internship Placements.