The Department of Diplomacy at National Chengchi University (NCCU) in Taipei, Taiwan, is recruiting one full-time faculty member at Assistant Professor rank or above in International Relations or Area Studies (Northeast Asia or Southeast Asia). Applicants with expertise in technology governance will be preferred. The position starts on 1 August 2027, and applications close on 15 February 2027 at 17:00 Taiwan time.
The post requires the ability to teach in English, and is open to PhD holders from Taiwan or abroad. It suits African and international scholars of international relations whose research covers East or Southeast Asia, for example China–Africa or Asia–Africa relations, or technology and digital governance.
Key Details
- University: National Chengchi University (NCCU), Taipei
- Department: Diplomacy, College of International Affairs
- Position: 1 full-time faculty post, Assistant Professor or higher
- Fields: International Relations or Area Studies (Northeast or Southeast Asia); technology governance preferred
- Start date: 1 August 2027
- Deadline: 15 February 2027, 17:00 Taiwan time (10:00 WAT / 12:00 EAT)
Benefits
- a permanent, full-time academic post at one of Taiwan’s leading social science universities
- teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English
- a research base in Taipei focused on Asian and international affairs
The announcement does not list salary or relocation benefits. Ask the department about pay, contract terms and support for international hires if you are shortlisted.
Eligibility
- a PhD from a university in Taiwan or abroad
- the ability to teach in English
- research and teaching in international relations or Northeast/Southeast Asian area studies
- expertise in technology governance is an advantage
Required Documents
- CV, future research plan and list of publications
- copy of your PhD certificate — foreign degrees must first be verified by a Taiwan overseas mission (Taipei Economic and Cultural Office or similar)
- master’s and PhD transcripts (non-English transcripts need a Chinese translation)
- your PhD dissertation and up to five publications from the last five years
- syllabi for two proposed courses on area studies or technology governance, at least one taught in English
- two recommendation letters (English or Chinese), sent directly by your referees to [email protected] or by post
How to Apply
You must send both a paper copy and an electronic copy:
- Email: send all files to [email protected] with the subject “New Faculty Recruitment_” followed by your full name. If files exceed 10 MB, use a cloud link or several emails.
- Post or courier: Department of Diplomacy Office, 9F, North Wing, General Building, No. 64, Sec. 2, Zhinan Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City 116, Taiwan. Mark the cover “New Faculty Recruitment_” followed by your full name.
- Both must arrive by 15 February 2027, 17:00 Taiwan time. Late applications are not accepted.
- If you get no email acknowledgement within three working days, call +886-2-2939-3091 ext. 50916.
Read the official recruitment notice on the NCCU Department of Diplomacy website. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and a teaching demonstration. Paper documents will not be returned.
Tips for African Applicants
- Start the degree verification with a Taiwan office early — it can take weeks, and some African countries have no Taiwan office, so check the nearest one in your region.
- Send your paper copy by courier well before the deadline; international post to Taiwan can be slow.
- Link your research to Asia: for example China–Africa relations, Indo-Pacific security, or AI and digital governance.
- Make your English-taught syllabus detailed, with weekly topics and readings.
Related Opportunities
- HKU Social Sciences Global South Fellowship 2026/27
- NTU Nanyang Business School PhD Scholarship 2027 (Singapore)
- Paid Postdoc and Funded PhD at UPF Barcelona 2027
Deadline: 15 February 2027, 17:00 Taiwan time.
