Tag: faculty position

Monash U: Lecturer in Linguistics (Australia)

“JobLecturer in Linguistics, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia. Deadline: 11 August 2025.

Monash University’s Linguistics program is globally recognized for its innovative and impactful research. They seek a Lecturer who will contribute to this dynamic environment through original and collaborative research, high-quality publications, securing research funding, and PhD supervision. With expertise in general linguistics and a strong research track record in health communication, you will enhance the School’s strengths in Linguistics, Intercultural communication, and Health and Medical Humanities. In this role, you will coordinate and teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, developing engaging curricula in health communication, multilingualism, intercultural communication, and sociolinguistics.

As the successful candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across education and service sectors. You will bring analytical expertise and manuscript preparation skills, underpinned by a proven track record of refereed research publications. Your experience in tertiary-level teaching, curriculum development, and student engagement is key. In addition, you will demonstrate a commitment to scholarly research and a collegial approach to teamwork. Your expertise will enhance established research strengths in Linguistics, including health communication with a focus on multilingual populations and intercultural capabilities, multilingual language practices, linguistic justice, and the role of language in social cohesion.

U Jyväskylä: Intercultural Communication (Finland)

“JobUniversity Teacher in Intercultural Communication, University of Jyväskylä, Finland. Deadline: 3 August 2025.

The University Teacher’s position is allocated to the discipline of Intercultural Communication in the Department of Language and Communication Studies. The department provides high quality, research-based academic education in language and communication studies.

The University Teacher will be a part of a team responsible for research and education in the field of Intercultural Communication. The teaching takes place in the international MA degree programme Language, Globalization and Intercultural Communication and the study module in Intercultural Communication. The contents of the teaching modules deal for example with themes related to critical approaches to diversity in organizational communication, dynamics of migration, technology-mediated communication across contexts, issues related to intergroup communication, discourses of power, and both qualitative and quantitative methodology.

University Teachers are required to have a relevant master’s degree. The duties, qualification requirements and language skills of a University Teacher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. Excellent proficiency in English is required in this position.

In addition, the following skills and achievements are regarded as merits: (i) experience in teaching, (ii) pedagogical training, (iii) development of teaching materials, (iv) other merits in teaching, (v) other skills and achievements relevant to the task of the University Teacher, and (vi) collaboration possibilities in teaching within the broader structure of the department. Research (vii) in one of the core research areas of the department or at their crossroads is also considered a merit (see https://www.jyu.fi/en/humsoc/kivi/research-at-kivi).

U Southern Denmark: Journalism &/or International Politics (Denmark)

“JobFull Professorships in Journalism and/or International Politics, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark. Deadline: 1 August 2025.

The Department of Political Science and Public Management, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, invites applications for a number of permanent professorships in political science and journalism as of March 1, 2026, or as agreed. With this call, the department is looking for strong profiles that can contribute to the department’s research section in either Journalism or International and Regional Politics.

Successful applicants must be able and willing to take a leading role in realizing the department’s four strategic objectives to:

  • produce high-quality and original research
  • build a sustainable portfolio of attractive, research-based study programmes
  • strengthen the outreach of our research and our focus on high societal relevance
  • secure a motivating and inspiring work environment for all employees.The department values a diversity of competences and profiles. The expectations for a full professorship at the department are described in the Scholarly Qualification Matrix – REEAD for the Department of Political Science and Public Management. Based on the criteria in the Scholarly Qualification Matrix – REEAD, the applicants must present a clear academic profile. By academic profile, the department understands the combined quality of research, education, external funding, academic citizenship, and dissemination.

    The successful applicants will be affiliated with the department’s research section for International and Regional Politics (IRP) or Journalism. The applicant is expected to outline how their academic profile and future research plans contribute to the strategy and current activities in one of these units.

SOAS U of London: International Relations (UK)

“JobLecturer in International Relations, Department of Politics and International Relations, SOAS University of London, London, UK. Deadline: 15 August 2025.

SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies) invites applications for a permanent Lecturer in International Relations starting in Autumn 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. They are looking for a scholar with a promising publication record and an active research agenda, as well as demonstrated excellence in innovative forms of teaching including undergraduate, postgraduate, online, and professional training. Within the discipline of Politics and International Relations, they seek expertise in one or more of the following
areas: international security, diplomatic studies, geopolitics, and the foreign policy of great powers with reference to the Global South (broadly defined). Alongside a regional specialism, some experience running online modules and executive education, as well as engagement with non-academic audiences will be beneficial.

Royal Roads U: Canada Research Chair in Changemaking (Canada)

“JobTier 2 (Emerging Scholars) Canada Research Chair in Changemaking, Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC, Canada. Deadline: 9 July 2025.

As a Tier 2 CRC at Royal Roads, you will develop an exemplary scholarly and creative presence, complement, and enrich research and scholarship among faculty and graduate students, and participate in local and international research networks. While based in one faculty, you will collaborate with other units within RRU as appropriate.

As the Tier 2 CRC in Changemaking, you will have established relationships in both academic and non-academic communities and a portfolio demonstrating the application of applied and problem-based research methods. You will also have demonstrated success (or a high degree of promise) in obtaining research funding from diverse sources, leading collaborative research initiatives, establishing and maintaining community relationships, supervising student research, and mobilizing research. Royal Roads considers a broad range of contributions to research, training and mentoring as part of the merit review process, with a focus on the quality and impact of these contributions.

The successful applicant will be nominated by the University for a Tier 2 CRC and, upon approval by the CRC Secretariat, will be offered an initial five-year continuing-track appointment with the possibility of conversion into a continuing appointment, subject to performance and program needs. The Tier 2 Chairs include the possibility of a renewal for an additional five years.

This position is not currently linked to a particular school within the Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies and is open to candidates from a wide variety of disciplinary backgrounds. The determination of school will be based on the successful candidate’s area of focus. The nominee’s research area, however, must be primarily in the social sciences and humanities (i.e., aligned with the legislated mandate of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada).

Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars. Candidates must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination. Applicants who are more than 10 years from their highest degree may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. This process considers career breaks such as parental leave, illness, administrative burden, clinical training, and others. For further information, see the Canada Research Chairs website.

 

U Oxford: International Business (UK)

“JobAssociate Professor of International Business, University of Oxford, England, UK. Deadline: 29 September 2025.

Saïd Business School and St Antony’s College are recruiting an Associate Professor of International Business. For this post, the School welcomes applications from early career candidates (i.e., scholars who have completed or will very soon complete their PhD), postdoctoral researchers (i.e., scholars who are currently in a postdoc position), and faculty who are already a tenure-track faculty member. At Oxford the rank of Associate Professor includes faculty that would elsewhere be considered of assistant or associate professor rank. The position is tenable from 1 September 2026 or at a different date by negotiation. The position is associated with a non-tutorial fellowship at St Antony’s College.

Bentley U: Asian American Literary/Cultural Studies (USA)

“JobAssistant Professor of Asian American Literary and/or Cultural Studies with a secondary specialization in Digital Humanities, Bentley University, Waltham, MA, USA. Deadline: 11 June 2025.

The Department of English and Media Studies at Bentley University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Asian American literary and/or cultural studies with a possible secondary field of specialization in Digital Humanities. The ideal candidate will be able to teach courses in at least one of the following areas: rhetoric and composition, film, literature, communication, and/or media studies.Candidates should have experience as the instructor of record for a course that aligns with this call and demonstrated ability to teach courses in at least one of the areas listed above. The new hire will be able to teach existing courses in the department and develop new courses in their area/s of specialization.

U of Leeds: Head of International Business Department (UK)

“JobHead of the International Business Department, Leeds University Business School, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK. Deadline: 6 June 2025.

Leeds University Business School is looking for an experienced academic, highly respected in the field of International Business, who can provide the vision and leadership necessary to manage a programme of strategic development in the International Business Department. As the Head of Department, you will create a culture in which people are inspired, motivated and developed to achieve their full potential. You will lead the International Business Department to deliver world-leading research and an exceptional student experience in an international and interdisciplinary context.

As an active member of the University’s Leadership Forum and the Faculty Executive Group, you will promote a coordinated approach to delivering innovative strategic academic development. You will be taking on a significant and complex leadership role in the Faculty. You must be able to work collaboratively and lead with a clear vision, engaging others across the Department, Faculty and University.

You will have an inspirational and inclusive leadership style with demonstrable change management skills, ambition and creativity to drive and embed a positive culture supporting our values and taking forward the development and delivery of the School’s academic strategy and objectives. You will thrive on working collaboratively in a busy and dynamic environment to enhance the reputation of the School with a focus on quality and excellence.

Academic credibility is essential. You will have a sustained track record of excellence in research and student education, combined with exceptional leadership and management capabilities alongside an international reputation as an authority in a relevant field. You will be able to demonstrate commitment to nurturing an inclusive environment for students and staff, alongside a personal commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, inclusivity and integrity.

 

Munich U of Applied Sciences: Business English & Intercultural Competence (Germany)

“JobProfessor of Business English and Intercultural Competence, Munich University of Applied Sciences, Munich, Germany. Deadline: 5 May 2025.

To further strengthen their team, HM Business School is seeking to appoint a Professor of Business English and Intercultural Competence for the winter semester 2026/2027. You will teach English language courses on specialized topics in business, economics, and intercultural communication at HM Business School in both undergraduate and advanced degree programs. Your in-depth knowledge of English-language business communication and your professional experience will enable you to successfully implement integrated modules and projects in business studies. You are a highly motivated individual (m/f/d) with academic expertise and professional experience in English business communication.

Trinity College Dublin: International Relations (Ireland)

“JobTeaching Fellow in International Relations, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Deadline: 10 April 2025.

The Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in International Relations, to commence on 1st August 2025.

The Department of Political Science wishes to make a Teaching Fellow appointment with a special focus on contributing to the development of our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in international relations. In particular, this includes co-supervision of advanced research projects to be completed by an increasing number of undergraduate students in Political Science, as well as further developing the quality of our research-led undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. The Teaching Fellow should also be prepared to teach, or to contribute to teaching general political science modules and modules in research design and/or quantitative research methods.