Assistant Professor – International Relations

The School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies (SIGS) at the University of South Florida (USF) invites applications for a 9-month, full time and tenure-earning Assistant Professor position beginning on August 7, 2026.The teaching load is two courses per semester (four courses per academic year). Salary is negotiable.

The School seeks a broadly trained scholar in peace studies, whose research adopts an innovative approach to the major challenges of a declining liberal international order. We especially welcome applications with research interests that fall in one or more of the following areas: Conflict resolution, peacebuilding, environmental sustainability, nuclear non-proliferation, proxy war, ethnopolitics, mass migrations, and third-party mediation.

Applications must be received byNovember 3, 2025to receive full consideration.

Applications should include the following materials (all documents must be combined and uploaded as one file):

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Writing sample

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit teaching evaluations (where available), as well as three letters of recommendation at a later date.

The minimum requirement for this position is a doctoral degree from an accredited institutionin political science, government, international studies, or international affairs with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service.Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by the time of appointment. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations, contact Jamie Lane at[email protected], a minimum of five working days in advance.This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening.House Bill 7017 (“HB 7017”)

Working at USF

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About USF

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