Academic Assistant @The College of Europe

Overview

The College of Europe is inviting applications for the role of Academic Assistant within the Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies at its Bruges campus. The position is available on both a part-time (50% FTE) and full-time (100% FTE) basis, with a start date scheduled for 17 August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Professors with organisational and academic tasks
• Delivering tutorials and assisting in teaching activities
• Providing academic guidance and feedback to students
• Assisting with departmental administration, including:
  • Study trips
  • Guest lectures and conferences
  • Examination supervision
  • Student selection processes
• Contributing to research activities and academic publications

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in EU Studies and/or International Relations
• Excellent academic performance (minimum average grade of 15/20 or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of EU institutions and EU external action
• Excellent written and spoken command of English and French
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Interest in teaching, academic research, and student engagement
• Good organisational abilities and attention to detail
• High flexibility, including availability for evening or weekend activities when required

Benefits

• A one-year contract under Belgian employment law, renewable
• Competitive salary aligned with academic standards
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Legal holiday pay and end-of-year bonus
  • Meal vouchers
  • Transportation allowance
  • Hospitalisation insurance
  • Group insurance coverage
• Additional leave benefits:
  • Legal holidays
  • Two extra public holidays (9 May and 11 July)
  • Eight closure days during the winter break
• Flexible working arrangements:
  • Up to two days of telework per week
  • Telework allowance
• Employment within a highly international and intellectually stimulating environment

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications in English or French by 18 May 2026. Applications should include:

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Academic transcripts
• A one-page motivation letter
• An indication of preferred employment type (50% or 100% FTE)

Applications must be sent via email to Prof. Dr. Sieglinde Gstöhl at:
sabine.dekeyser@coleurope.eu

The subject line should read:
Application for the position of Academic Assistant

Deadline

May 18, 2026