Assistant or Associate Professor of International Relations
Join Mohammed VI Polytechnic University as an Assistant or Associate Professor specializing in International Relations and multilateralism.
Best for:Best for IR scholars and political scientists with a strong focus on multilateralism and international organizations.
Overview
The Faculty of Governance, Economics and Social Sciences at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in International Relations, commencing in Autumn 2027. The search prioritizes scholars focusing on international organization and multilateralism, with openness to various subfields and regional specialties, particularly African cases. Candidates will engage in active scholarship, maintain a standard teaching load of two courses per semester, and contribute to a vibrant academic community in Rabat. Appointments at the associate level are tenured, while assistant level appointments are tenure-track.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent scholarly research and maintain an active publication agenda
- Teach two courses per semester across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs
- Instruct courses within international relations, potentially including topics outside immediate specialization
- Participate in the academic life of the faculty, think tank, and research incubator
- Mentor and supervise undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in International Relations, Political Science, Government, or a closely related social science field
Language: Proficiency in English or French
Instruction: English or French
Publications: Active research agenda with a commitment to peer-reviewed publishing
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarly research and teaching
- Specialization in international organization, multilateralism, or related subfields
- Strong publication record or demonstrable research agenda
- Must hold a PhD or expect to complete it by August 2027
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-15
Applicants should submit a detailed curriculum vitae with a complete publication list and two recent writing samples via the online portal. Assistant Professor applicants must additionally arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the designated recruitment email address.
- CV
- Complete list of publications
- Writing samples
- Letters of recommendation
Contact
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