Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, International Relations
The Political Science program within the School of Social, Political, and Historical Research (SSPHR) in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo is seeking an exceptional scholar and researcher for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in International Relations beginning 1 July 2027.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Political Science or an equivalent discipline. The School gives preference to a scholar with a demonstrated active research program in one or more of the following areas:
- international political economy,
- international organizations/law,
- Canadian foreign policy, or
- Canada-United States relations.
Duties
Duties include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervising graduate students. The ability to develop and teach a variety of traditional and online courses is required.
About the School
SSPHR is a new interdisciplinary unit, established in 2026. In addition to undergraduate and graduate programs in Political Science, candidates will also have opportunities to teach at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA), an institute for advanced research, education, and outreach in global governance, international public policy, and development practice, including the PhD and MA in Global Governance. SSPHR also offers the Master of Public Service degree, a multidisciplinary, professional degree program.
Salary
The salary range for this Assistant Professor position is $100,000 to $125,000.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is November 1st, 2026.
Three letters of recommendation will be requested from applicants invited for an interview.
Send the following, addressed to Professor Ian Milligan, Director, School of Social, Political, and Historical Research, Faculty of Arts, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1 Canada:
- resume,
- cover letter,
- teaching and research statements, and
- up to one exemplary scholarly work.
Interested candidates are required to complete an online application using our Online Faculty Application System.
Land acknowledgement
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Indigenous Initiatives Office.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people with disabilities, women, and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Contacts
- Application, interview or workplace accommodation requests:
Ashley Price (ashley.price@uwaterloo.ca) - Questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, or eligibility:
Ian Milligan (i2millig@uwaterloo.ca)