Middle East Technical University (METU) has announced six faculty positions across engineering, architecture, health informatics, education and marine sciences. The current recruitment includes Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts, with applications closing on 12 October 2026.
METU Faculty Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| University | Middle East Technical University (METU) |
|---|---|
| Official Turkish name | Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (ODTÜ) |
| Recruitment notice date | 28 September 2026 |
| Total positions | 6 |
| Ranks | Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor |
| Location | Ankara, Türkiye |
| Application deadline | 12 October 2026 |
| Professor / Associate Professor route | METU APAS online application system |
| Assistant Professor route | Submission under the procedure stated in the official METU notice |
| Last verified | 30 September 2026 |
Open Faculty Positions
| Academic Unit | Rank | Vacancies | Advertised Field |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Assistant Professor | 1 | Biomedical and Measurement Techniques; Biomedical Instrumentation; Optics and Photonics |
| Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Assistant Professor | 1 | Biomedical; Mechatronics; BioMEMS; MEMS; Microsystem Technologies |
| Department of Architecture | Assistant Professor | 1 | Architectural Theory, Criticism, Method, Architectural Design and Aesthetics |
| Health Informatics, Graduate School of Informatics | Assistant Professor | 1 | Neuroscience; Biomedical Diagnosis and Therapy; Bioelectromagnetics |
| Preschool Education, Faculty of Education | Professor | 1 | Preschool Education |
| Marine Biology and Fisheries | Associate Professor | 1 | Marine Biology and Genetics |
Eligibility and Appointment Criteria
METU faculty appointments are governed by the University’s academic appointment and promotion criteria together with the conditions stated for each advertised position.
- Candidates must satisfy the academic rank requirements applicable to the position for which they apply.
- The candidate’s academic background and scholarly record must be consistent with the advertised field in the vacancy notice.
- Applicants must meet the applicable METU appointment and promotion criteria, including any unit-specific requirements.
- Only one advertised position may be selected where the official notice restricts applicants to a single vacancy.
- Incomplete applications or applications that do not satisfy the stated conditions may not be evaluated.
METU English Language Requirement
For candidates being appointed for the first time as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor in a METU faculty or graduate school, METU publishes a separate English-language proficiency requirement.
| Baseline score for non-native English speakers | Minimum 85 in YDS, ÜDS, KPDS or YÖKDİL, or an accepted equivalent international examination |
|---|---|
| Higher unit requirements | Individual academic units may require a higher minimum score |
| Score validity | METU states that the score should normally not be older than three years, subject to the published exceptions |
| Appointment-stage assessment | Eligible candidates are required to take an English oral interview |
| Native English speakers | Exempt from the oral English interview under the published METU criteria |
How to Apply
Professor and Associate Professor
METU states that applications for Professor and Associate Professor positions are made electronically through the University’s Appointment and Promotion Application System (APAS) using e-Government authentication.
| Application mode | Online through METU APAS |
|---|---|
| Login | e-Government authentication |
| Document format | |
| Maximum file size | 16 MB per uploaded file |
| Physical applications | METU states that postal or hand-delivered applications for Professor and Associate Professor positions are not evaluated |
| Deadline | 12 October 2026 at 23:59 |
Assistant Professor
The four Assistant Professor vacancies follow the submission procedure stated in the official 28 September 2026 METU notice. The notice directs applicants to submit the required application file for the relevant faculty/unit through METU’s stated physical submission channels.
| Application mode | Physical submission / post as specified in the official notice |
|---|---|
| Submission point | Relevant METU faculty/unit through the University’s stated document-submission procedure |
| Deadline | 12 October 2026, close of business |
| Postal delay | Applications arriving after the deadline due to postal delay are not accepted under the notice |
Documents to Prepare
The precise document set differs by rank. Applicants should use the official METU notice and the relevant METU application-information form as the final checklist.
- application information form for the relevant academic rank;
- curriculum vitae and publication list;
- degree and academic-title documentation required for the rank;
- English-language proficiency evidence, where applicable;
- scientific publications, research outputs and supporting evidence required under METU criteria;
- documents supporting appointment/promotion scoring and unit-specific criteria; and
- any additional documents specified in the current recruitment notice.
CareerAidHub Applicant Checklist
The following is application-planning guidance and does not replace METU’s official requirements.
- Identify the exact vacancy: match your specialization against the advertised field rather than the broader department name.
- Check rank-specific METU criteria: review the appointment and promotion criteria before preparing the file.
- Verify English eligibility: confirm your test type, score, date and any applicable equivalence rules.
- Use the correct application route: APAS for Professor/Associate Professor; notice-based physical submission for Assistant Professor.
- Prepare supporting evidence early: publications, degrees, title certificates and scoring documents can take time to organize.
- Do not wait until 12 October: complete uploads or physical dispatch with enough time to correct missing documentation.
- Recheck METU notices before submission: universities may issue corrections, clarifications or amendments during the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many faculty positions has METU announced?
The 28 September 2026 METU recruitment notices cover six faculty positions in total.
Which academic ranks are included?
The recruitment includes one Professor position, one Associate Professor position and four Assistant Professor positions.
What is the application deadline?
The closing date is 12 October 2026. Professor and Associate Professor online applications close at 23:59, while Assistant Professor applications follow the close-of-business deadline stated in the notice.
How do Professor and Associate Professor candidates apply?
METU requires these applications to be submitted electronically through APAS using e-Government authentication.
How do Assistant Professor candidates apply?
The four Assistant Professor applications follow the physical submission procedure stated in the official METU recruitment notice.
Is there an English-language requirement?
For first-time faculty or graduate-school appointments, METU publishes a baseline minimum score of 85 for non-native English speakers in specified examinations or an accepted equivalent, subject to unit-specific requirements and the full published criteria.
Official METU Sources and Application Links
| METU Personnel Department Announcements | Official recruitment notices, including the 28 September 2026 faculty calls |
|---|---|
| METU APAS | Official online application system for Professor and Associate Professor positions |
| Appointment and Promotion Criteria | University and unit-level academic appointment requirements |
| English Language Proficiency Criteria | Official English-language requirements for faculty appointments |
| Faculty Application Information Forms | Official rank-specific METU application forms |
CareerAidHub verified the recruitment against current METU Personnel Department and APAS information on 30 September 2026. Applicants should recheck the official notices before submission because METU may issue corrections or additional instructions during the application period.
