Category: Job Ads

U Oxford: International Relations 2026 (UK)

“JobAssociate Professor of International Relations, University of Oxford, England, UK. Deadline: 21 April 2026.

The Department of Politics and International Relations (DPIR) are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in International Relations, in association with Nuffield College. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Professorial Fellowship at Nuffield College.

The post-holder will be expected to conduct internationally excellent research in the area of International Relations. They will also teach and supervise at the graduate and undergraduate level; contribute to graduate admissions, examining, and assessment; and contribute fully to academic administration in the DPIR and the College.

They invite applicants with a strong research background in International Relations (open search). You will also be expected to teach and supervise in the area of International Relations at both the undergraduate and graduate level, and in addition contribute to the graduate research design or methods teaching sequences in the Department. They strongly encourage applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background as they are currently under-represented in academic posts.

This post is available from 1 September 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a permanent appointment (subject to successful review during the initial period of office).

NOTE: there is a separate position available for International Relations of the Global South, with an earlier deadline, 14 April.

U Hong Kong: Assistant/Associate Professor of International Relations (Hong Kong)

“JobAssistant/Associate Professor of International Relations, University of Hong Kong,Hong Kong. Deadline: 15 April 2026.

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in International Relations in the Department of Politics and Public Administration (Ref: 534578), to commence in August 2026 or at another mutually agreed time, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, both subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on direct tenure terms subject to the University’s approval.

The Department of Politics and Public Administration is an internationally oriented research-focused department that covers a broad range of fields in Political Science and Public Administration. The Department offers three highly successful taught postgraduate programmes – Master in International and Public Affairs (MIPA), Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) – as well as a thriving undergraduate programme.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. The Department welcomes applications from excellent candidates who specialise in any field of International Relations and is eager to both consolidate its existing strengths and to diversify into new areas of research and teaching.

Aarhus U: Intercultural Studies (Denmark)

“JobAssistant Professor of Intercultural Studies, Department of English, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark. Deadline: 13 April 2026.

The School of Communication and Culture at Aarhus University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in intercultural studies, based in the Department of English. The position is a full-time, fixed-term appointment as an assistant professor with a view to a permanent associate professorship (tenure), subject to a positive tenure review. The appointment will commence on 1 December 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The position is includes tasks and responsibilities across Aarhus University’s core activities in research, teaching and supervision, talent development and knowledge exchange within intercultural studies. The Department of English takes a broad view of English-speaking contexts and conducts research across national and cultural boundaries. The language of instruction is English. The successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing development of the two-year Master’s degree programme in intercultural studies at the intersection of the humanities and the social sciences.

They welcome applicants who can contribute to and strengthen our research and teaching in one or more of the following areas: intercultural communication, cultural representations, the role of culture in conflict transformation and collaboration in organisational contexts. The successful applicant should be comfortable with case-based teaching and interested in fostering collaborations with private and public enterprises, public institutions and NGOs at local, national and international levels to facilitate projects and internships.

U Hamburg: Research Associate for “Linguistic Diversity and Social Participation Across the Lifespan” (Germany)

“JobResearch Associate for the Project “Linguistic diversity and social participation across the lifespan,” University of Hamburg, Germany. Deadline: 8 April 2026.

The Faculty of Education at the University of Hamburg is a leader in conducting innovative and future-oriented research related to the educational and social consequences of diversity resulting from migration and globalization. This strength is now further expanded through the award of a Humboldt Professorship to Distinguished Professor Ingrid Piller as part of the faculty research center “Literacy in Diversity Settings (LiDS).”

The Humboldt Professorship is devoted to “Linguistic Diversity and Social Participation across the Lifespan” and is closely integrated with the activities of the Language on the Move platform. The research focus will be on migrant language socialization, language learning, and settlement across the lifespan and outside of institutions of formal education. This includes digital spaces as well as language brokering and other forms of informal language assistance that often undergird institutional communications in linguistically diverse societies. Your responsibilities: Duties primarily include teaching and research. Research associates may also pursue further academic qualifications outside of their work responsibilities.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of an education-focused research center that aims to make major contributions to social cohesion in linguistically diverse societies. Together, participants will pursue a 5-pronged work strategy of:

  • original research through a series of interconnected sociolinguistic ethnographies
  • methodological innovation in multilingual qualitative data-sharing
  • capacity building in open digital research related to linguistic diversity, language development, and language learning in social life
  • industry transfer through the co-design and delivery of professional development programs that make institutions more accessible to linguistically diverse populations
  • knowledge dissemination to contribute positively to public debates and policy discourses about linguistic diversity, multilingualism, and language learning

U Utah Asia: Open Rank, Tenure-Track Position, Master’s Program in Communication (South Korea)

“JobOpen Rank, Tenure-Track Position, Master’s Program in Communication, University of Utah, Asia Campus, Incheon, South Korean. Deadline: Review of applications begins 27 March 2026.

The Department of Communication at the University of Utah invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track position in Communication at the University of Utah Asia Campus (UAC), effective July 1, 2026. Appointments will be made at the advanced Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. This position is a full-time, in-residence, in-person position in Incheon, South Korea and will have a 2/2 teaching load on the semester system. A PhD in Communication, a terminal degree in an allied field, or equivalent professional and/or industry experience and status is required. ABD candidates will not be considered.

Applicants should have a broad understanding of the field of communication. Extensive professional and/or industry experience in strategic communication, advertising, public relations, marketing, journalism, media effects, and/or media studies is highly desirable.

Institute for Study Abroad: Custom Programs and Housing Manager (UK)

“JobCustom Programs and Housing Manager, Institute for Study Abroad, London, UK. Deadline: 27 April 2026.

Are you a lifelong learner with a curiosity about the world? Do you enjoy building meaningful programmes that support academic, personal, and intercultural growth for students? If so, you are invited to join IFSA’s global community as Custom Programmes and Housing Manager.

In this role, you will oversee the planning and delivery of IFSA’s custom academic programmes across England and Wales, while also managing IFSA-provided housing in London. You will play a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality academic, cultural, and logistical support for students, faculty, and partners, while leading a small, dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the end-to-end planning and delivery of custom programmes in England and Wales, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and key performance indicators are met
* Prepare programme proposals and secure bookings for housing and cultural activities
* Provide academic, cultural, and operational support to faculty and programme participants
* Line manage Custom Programme Coordinators and short-term Programme Assistants, supporting performance, wellbeing, and professional development
* Collaborate with the Director, England and Wales Programmes and HR to recruit, train, and onboard staff
* Lead IFSA’s London housing strategy in partnership with senior leadership
* Manage relationships with housing providers and programme partners
* Ensure housing allocations maximise occupancy and meet diverse student needs
* Monitor provider compliance with IFSA health, safety, and wellbeing standards through evaluations and site visits
* Support onsite teams in resolving housing-related issues
* Contribute to student incident management and emergency response in line with established protocols

NYU London: Residence Life Administrator (UK)

“JobResidence Life Administrator, New York University in London, UK. Deadline: 26 April 2026.

NYU is committed to being a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of global inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity and accessibility that informs academic excellence. The position of Residence Life Administrator is a full-time position. The majority of working hours will be spent across NYU London’s campus buildings with a focus on Byron Court and Guilford House, which are operated by NYU London. Other work locations will include, but are not limited to the NYU London Academic Centre and NYU London’s externally partnered student accommodations locations. The postholders’ primary focus is to support residents and provide them with a living environment conducive to their academic and personal growth, across the calendar year with a focus on the fall and spring semesters.

The postholder will work as part of the Residential Life team to provide support and guidance for students; ensure compliance with University policies and procedures; maintain building safety and security; engage in customer service-related activities; supervise student leaders signposting students to other key resources; and other administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, checking deliveries, securely storing and monitoring stocks, checking and replenishing supplies in student apartments, providing and preparing keys for student rooms.

Responsibilities are carried out mainly through office hours and activities across NYU London’s campus buildings including weekly meetings, check in and checkout duties, welcome activities and campus events. The postholder will be on call during working hours, on a rotational basis shared with colleagues, and will respond to urgent issues that arise, supported by the senior members of the team and department. The position requires a positive service orientation while performing all duties.

Aarhus U: Foreign Language Education (Denmark)

“JobAssociate Professor of Foreign-Language Education (French, German, Spanish), Department of German and Romance Languages,  Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark. Deadline: 1 April 2026.

The School of Communication and Culture at Aarhus University invites applications for the position of Associate Professor of Foreign-Language Education, based at the Department of German and Romance Languages. The associate professorship is a full-time, permanent position, beginning on 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Department of German and Romance Languages has a strong international research and teaching profile in the study of language, culture and communication. They are seeking an innovative and dedicated scholar who can contribute to the department’s research and teaching in foreign-language education, with expertise in one or more of the languages taught at the department (French, German or Spanish). The successful applicant will strengthen the department’s focus on foreign-language teaching and learning at upper-secondary and university levels, with particular attention to language pedagogy, curriculum development and teacher education.

Applicants must have native or near-native proficiency in at least one of the major foreign languages taught at the department (French, German or Spanish) and be able to teach courses in that language, as well as in English, on the department’s bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes.

The successful applicant is expected to pursue research that explores the theory and practice of second- and foreign-language learning and teaching, including, but not limited to:
* second-language acquisition and pedagogy/didactics
* language teacher education and professional development
curriculum design and assessment in foreign-language education
* the role of grammar, translation, intercultural communication and sociolinguistics in language learning
* digital and technological innovation in foreign-language teaching and learning.

College of Wooster: Communication Studies and Global Media and Digital Studies (USA)

“JobAssistant Professor of Communication Studies and Global Media and Digital Studies, College of Wooster, Wooster, OH, USA. Deadline: open until filled (posted 17 February 2026).

The Department of Communication Studies and Program in Global Media and Digital studies invites applications for a one-year visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position is set to begin August 2026 pending final administrative approval.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach courses in communication and media studies and supervise undergraduate research projects as part of the College’s Independent Study (I.S.) requirement. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Media, Culture, and Society; Mediated Gender, Race, & Sexuality; Visual Communication; Media Production; Introduction to Global Media and Digital Studies; Transnational Media and Film; Film Studies, and Research Methods in GMDS depending on the expertise of the person hired. The hire may also develop a special topics course in their area. The teaching load is 3:3, which includes credited mentoring for senior I.S. projects.

Fairleigh Dickinson U: Coordinator for Global Initiatives (USA)

“JobCoordinator for Global Initiatives, Fairleigh Dickinson University – Florian campus in Madison and Metropolitan campus in Teaneck, both in NJ, USA. Deadline: open until filled (posted 11 February 2026).

Reporting to the University Director of Global Education, with secondary reporting to the University Director of International Enrollment, the Coordinator for Global Initiatives works with various FDU constituencies, including students, faculty and staff, as well as external partners, including foreign higher education institutions, international high schools, and education service providers, to deliver global education and income-generating programs.

The Coordinator for Global Initiatives has broad operational responsibility for global learning activities and partnership programs delivered on-campus, on-line, and off-campus. including student programs, transfer programs, school of record programs, and short-term programs (both international and domestic) for partners. The incumbent is responsible for managing and tracking operational budgets with income and expenditures, marketing materials and communications, assessment/evaluation methods for each program, coordinating logistics for each event as required.

The Coordinator for Global Initiatives supports the University Director of International Enrollment with processing payments related to joint programs with international partner institutions, as necessary.