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.

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Political Science or an equivalent discipline. The School has preference for a scholar with evidence of an active research program in one or more of the following: international political economy, international organizations/law, Canadian foreign policy/Canada-United States relations. Duties include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, and supervising graduate students. The ability to develop and teach an array of traditional and on-line courses is required.

SSPHR is a new interdisciplinary unit, established in 2026. Alongside undergraduate and graduate programs in Political Science, candidates will also have opportunities to teach in 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 is also home to the Master of Public Service degree, a multidisciplinary, professional degree program.

The salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor rank is $100,000 to $125,000.

The closing date for applications is November 1st, 2026. Three letters of reference will be requested for applicants invited for an interview. Send curriculum vitae, cover letter, teaching and research statements and up to one exemplary scholarly work addressed to: Professor Ian Milligan, Director, School of Social, Political, and Historical Research, Faculty of Arts, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1 Canada. Interested candidates are required to complete an online application using our Online Faculty Application System (https://ofas.uwaterloo.ca).

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 (https://uwaterloo.ca/human-rights-equity-inclusion/indigenousinitiatives).

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. If you have any application, interview or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Ashley Price (ashley.price@uwaterloo.ca).

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, or eligibility, please contact Ian Milligan (i2millig@uwaterloo.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.