An academic in International Organisations (Political Science)

Karlstad University; Louvain-la-Neuve; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A leading European university in Louvain-la-Neuve seeks a part-time academic in International Organisations (Political Science). The successful candidate will teach and supervise students in various programmes while leading research projects in the field. The role requires a PhD and proficiency in French and English, with an attractive salary and a supportive work environment.

Prestations

Public sector pension

Work-life balance

Integrated training programmes

Qualifications

• Proven track record in university teaching with positive evaluations.
• International publications demonstrating scientific experience.
• Ability to integrate research into teaching.

Responsabilités

• Teach various programmes in Political Science and Public Administration.
• Lead research programmes in International Relations.
• Supervise doctoral theses.

Connaissances

Teaching skills in International Organisations

Research ability in Political Science

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Formation

PhD in Political and Social Sciences or International Relations

Description du poste

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An academic in International Organisations (Political Science)

The Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) is internationally recognized for research and teaching quality in many different fields of expert...

Apart-time (50%) academic in International Organisations (Political Science)

About us

UCLouvain is in the top 1% of universities worldwide. Founded in the heart of Europe in 1425, the university brings together 40,000 students and 6,000 staff members on 9 campuses in Brussels and Wallonia. Research and education activities are organised in 20 faculties, 23 research institutes, 5 learning centres and 18 libraries. UCLouvain also has two university hospitals.

UCLouvain is a major player in the transition to a sustainable society. The challenges of the ecological crisis are integrated into courses and the university develops numerous local projects (such as a university farm and sustainable campuses). As a digital university, UCLouvain is involved in open science and education, and trains academics in innovative teaching practices through its Louvain Learning Lab. Thanks to two science parks, the university’s research benefits from interaction with 250 companies and 3 incubators, which is fuelled further by being at the centre of a region driven by technological innovation.

UCLouvain has a long tradition of international collaborations for teaching and research through partnerships across the world. As a member of the Circle U. European University alliance, the university offers a unique opportunity to work in an environment of interconnected campuses across Europe (London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Pisa, Belgrade, Aarhus and Oslo).

Within the Faculty of Economic, Social and Political Sciences and Communication and the Institute of Political Science Louvain-Europe, Social Sciences and Humanities Sector, this position will include the following teaching, research and community service duties:

• Teaching

You will teach mainly in the field of international organisations, from legal and political science perspectives. You will be involved in various programmes, mainly in the bachelor's and master's programs in political science and public administration offered in UCLouvain FUCaM Mons Campus. This includes adult continuing education and supervision of master's theses.

In your teaching, you will foster student engagement, critical thinking, and the development of applied skills, taking into account the diversity of student profiles, needs and abilities.

• Research

You will develop your scientific activities and lead research programmes in the field of international relations, particularly on the legal, institutional, and political dynamics of international organisations. You will implement projects and (co)lead a research team on these subjects. You will develop your research within the Centre d\'Etude des Crises et des Conflits Internationaux (CECRI) while reaching out to the activities developed in other centres and research institutes at the university (such as, for example, the Centre Montesquieu d\'Etude de l\'Action publique and the Institut des Sciences Juridiques).

You will give your research an international dimension, notably through publications in leading international journals and participation in European and international scientific conferences and networks.

Your research will be rooted in political science, particularly in recent theories and debates in international relations, and will deploy a multidisciplinary approach involving the legal sciences.

You will supervise doctoral theses.

You will seek to develop the societal impact of your research at the international level, through contacts and networks within international organisations; this engagement will benefit research, training, and the university\'s international visibility.

Once tenured, you will take on various service activities and responsibilities within the university as well as management responsibilities within the faculty or research institute, such as programme lead or committee member,

You'll be helping to promote UCLouvain and UCLouvain’s FUCaM Mons campus, and your research and teaching activities will strengthen the links between the university and international organizations.

Who we’re looking for

• Education

You have a PhD in Political and Social Sciences orin international relations, in international law, or in another field related to international organisations.

• Experience

You have a proven track record in university teaching, backed up where possible by positive formal evaluations.

Your scientific experience is demonstrated by international publications. Having done an extended stay or significant experience abroad, outside the institution that awarded your doctorate, is an asset.

• Skills

You are able to work as part of a teaching team and integrate research results into your teaching.

You can conduct high-level scientific research, and obtain funding to create and manage research teams.

You have team management and communication skills, including in a foreign language.

You are fluent in French and English. If this is not the case, you must undertake to acquire an active level of these two languages within two years of taking up your post. Knowledge of Dutch or other languages is an asset.

What we offer

Tenure after positive assessment of the probationary period – typically four years. This type of career entitles you to a public sector pension.

Appointment as lecturer or professor according to your previous academic experience, as determined by the Rectoral Council.

Teaching load capped at 90 hours for a full-time tenure-track position, and 150 hours once tenured.

An attractive and progressive salary according to seniority and the promotion process.

A start date of 1 September 2026 at the earliest.

An integrated leadership and management training programme, including a range of pedagogical, linguistic and other training courses.

Benefits including transport, family, culture, commercial, etc.

Official policy that supports equal opportunities and promotes diversity within academic and all other categories of staff.

Specific emphasis on a work-life balance.

Practical Information

Application deadline: Wednesday 12, November 2025 at noon (UTC+1 Time Zone)

Apply only via the online application (applications submitted via any other channel will not be considered).

To be considered, your application must contain within a single PDF:

• motivation letter (to be included in the single PDF as well as in your candidate profile);
• current curriculum vitae (to be included in the single PDF as well as in your candidate profile);
• copy of your official PhD diploma;
• full publication list and summary of 3 most significant recent publications;
• research strategy, i.e. your future 5-year research programme;
• teaching programme, i.e. your vision and teaching methods;
• If you are shortlisted and invited to an audition, you will be asked to submit:
  • a Ph. D. project, with a view to taking on a doctoral student in the first year of your appointment;
  • 3 to 5 letters of recommendation must be uploaded by your referees in accordance with the instructions you will be given.

An academic in International Organisations (Political Science)

2025-11-12 12:00 (Europe/Brussels)
2025-11-12 12:00 (CET)

Closing on: 2025-11-12 (Europe/Brussels)

Closing on: 2025-11-12 (Europe/Brussels)

Closing on: 2025-11-12 (Europe/Brussels)

Closing on: 2025-11-12 (Europe/Brussels)

Closing on: 2025-11-12 (Europe/Brussels)

The Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) is internationally recognized for research and teaching quality in many different fields of expert...