International Security and Strategic Studies - Professor

University Affairs; Quebec; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Université Laval’s Department of Political Science in Quebec City invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Professor position in International Security and Strategic Studies. The appointee will teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, contribute to the department’s scholarly leadership, and advance research in this critical field.

Starting July 1, 2027, or earlier, the successful candidate will join a French-speaking institution with strong commitments to teaching quality,

Qualifications

• PhD in Political Science or a related discipline.
• Evidence of excellence in peer-reviewed publications.
• Strong teaching and pedagogical skills.
• Ability to teach research methods at undergraduate, MA, and PhD levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in international security.
• Supervise graduate students and theses.
• Engage in research, publish, and perform outreach.
• Participate in university committees and departmental activities.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Pedagogical skills

Research supervision

Research methods teaching

Education

PhD in Political Science or related field

Job description

International Security and Strategic Studies - Professor

Offer Number:22341
Posting Period:From September 21 to October 31, 2026:
Workplace:Faculty of Social Sciences,Department of Political Science
General Information:Nestled in the heart of Quebec City, Université Laval is a renowned comprehensive university celebrated for its culture of excellence in teaching and research.

Job Description The Department of Political Science at Université Laval is inviting applications for a full-time tenure-track position of Professor in International Security and Strategic Studies. The selected candidate will teach, generate original knowledge and help consolidate the Department’s scientific and academic leadership in this important field.

Responsibilities include teaching at the undergraduate and the graduate (M.A. and Ph.D.) levels, supervising graduate students, engaging in research activities, publications, and outreach, active participation in university committees, and any other activities outlined in the collective agreement for professors.

The successful candidate will be integrated into the department as a regular professor starting from July 1, 2027, or at an earlier date.

Selection Criteria The successful candidate will:

• Hold aD in Political Science or in a related discipline (applications at the stage of initial dissertation submission will be considered).
• Demonstrate excellence in peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrate strong teaching and pedagogical skills.
• Be able to teach research methods at all three levels of study.

Université Laval is a French-speaking institution where teaching and participation in committees are conducted in French. New professors whose native language is not French receive support from the institution to reach the required level of language proficiency for their duties. They are expected to reach the equivalent of a B2 proficiency level in French (advanced intermediary), or higher, by the end of their probation period.

Hiring Conditions and Treatment Full-time, tenure-track professor position.
Hiring is open to all three ranks of professor (Assistant, Associate and Full).
Salary according to the current collective agreement.

Application Process Application deadline: October 31, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
Start date: July 1, 2027, or at an earlier date.

Application packages must include:

• A cover letter explaining the candidate's research agenda.
• One sample of peer-reviewed publication.
• A sample course syllabus related to the position title (previously offered or to be offered by the candidate).
• Any evidence of the candidate’s strong teaching and pedagogical skills, such as recent teaching evaluations or a written statement highlighting their achievements and pedagogical strategies.
• Three letters of recommendation.

The nomination procedures at Université Laval stipulate that the curriculum vitae of candidates will be accessible for review by faculty members of the department. Candidates who wish for their application to remain confidential until the establishment of the shortlist for interviews should mention this in their cover letter.

Valuing equity, diversity, and excellence, Université Laval is firmly committed to providing all its personnel with an inclusive work and living environment. Université Laval views diversity as a source of wealth and encourages qualified individuals of any origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Université Laval also subscribes to an employment equity program for women, members of visible or ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities. In accordance, all candidates will be asked to complete a confidential self-declaration form following the reception of their applications. Candidates will have to return the completed and signed form for their application to be evaluated by members of the selection Committee.

Please note that adaptation of selection tools may be offered to individuals with disabilities based on their needs, and this will be kept confidential. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to qualified individuals with Canadian citizenship or permanent residency status.