Teaching assistant - Political Sciences (30219)

    →   Apply until 01/09/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
    →   Faculty of Political and Social Sciences
    →   Department PS03 - Political Sciences
    →   AAP temporary appointment - 30%
    →   Number of openings: 1
    →   Reference number: 202608/PS03/PA/007

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.

YOUR TASKS

You will assist with the department’s practice-oriented teaching activities (organisation, supervision and assessment of practical exercises and tutorials), with a particular focus on the course Quantitative Analysis (second-year Bachelor’s programme in Political Science).

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a degree of Master in Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, or related disciplines. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment
• For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted
• You are involved in other professional activities and/or you have demonstrable experience that may contribute to the quality of the practice-based teaching at the department
• You have an interest in teaching the course Quantitative Analysis.
• You have an interest in statistical analyses, possess in-depth knowledge in this area, and are able to independently and confidently conduct statistical analyses.
• You are familiar with SPSS and R.
• You have strong teaching skills.
• You are fluent in Dutch, the language of instruction of the course Quantitative Analysis.
• You have an interest in academic and/or project-based research and professional services, particularly within the field of Political Science.
• Teaching experience and participation in professional development activities, conferences, etc. are considered an asset.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a an appointment till 30 September 2028. Attention: You cannot be appointed for a cumulative percentage of more than 30% as a Teaching Assistant at Ghent University
• Your appointment will start as soon as possible
• Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. More information about our salary scales
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave (per year for a full-time employment), bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the field ‘Cv’: your cv in pdf format
• In the field ‘Cover Letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages
• In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en
• For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Bram Wauters ([email protected]).

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected].