Thank you for your interest in Faculty Positions at the
Middle East Technical University, Northern Cyprus Campus

Applications are currently being requested at Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor or Instructor levels in the following programs :

    Please respond only to the following calls for application:

    Political Science and International Relations Faculty Position

     

    Faculty Position

    Political Science and International Relations Program

     

    The Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) Program at the Middle East Technical University Northern Cyprus Campus (METU NCC) is seeking applicants for permanent faculty positions at all ranks. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Political Science, International Relations, or a closely related discipline to be eligible. Both recent Ph.D. graduates and experienced academics are encouraged to apply.

    We particularly welcome applicants with interdisciplinary research interests in areas such as development, migration, gender and politics, global governance, public policy, or critical approaches to international relations.

     

    Key Responsibilities

    Teach courses in the Political Science and International Relations Program at the undergraduate level.
    Supervise student research and theses.
    Conduct high-quality scholarly research and publish in reputable academic venues.
    Contribute actively to the academic and administrative life of the program.

     

    Qualifications & Requirements

    A Ph.D. in Political Science, International Relations, or a closely related discipline
    A strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research
    Proficiency in English (medium of instruction at METU NCC)

     

    Preferred Qualifications

    A postgraduate degree obtained outside of Turkey or Cyprus
    Experience in teaching at the university level
    Evidence of high-quality research publications
    Interest or experience in interdisciplinary and critical approaches
    Ability or willingness to collaborate across academic disciplines

     

    Additional Information

    Positions are full-time and will be available starting from Fall 2026 (September 2026)
    Applications at all academic ranks will be considered
    The standard teaching load is 9 hours per week (equivalent to 3 courses per semester)
    METU NCC offers competitive salary packages and subsidized on-campus accommodation
    For detailed information about the campus, social security, retirement and health coverage, and indicative remuneration levels, please visit Working and Living at METU NCC

     

    Application Procedure

    Applicants must apply online by following the instructions at:
     https://app.ncc.metu.edu.tr/acadpos

    Each application must include:
    A cover letter stating the area(s) of scholarly interest
    A complete curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
    Contact information for three referees

    The evaluation of applications will begin on March 1, 2026, and will continue on a rolling basis until June 30, 2026.

     

    Contact

    For inquiries, please contact:
    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Defne Gönenç
    Coordinator, Political Science and International Relations Program
    Middle East Technical University Northern Cyprus Campus (METU NCC)
    dgonenc@metu.edu.tr