Massive Recruitment at Turkish Universities; Hiring Dozens of Professors and Associate Professors

New Wave of Faculty Recruitment Begins in Turkey

On June 29, 2026, the Turkish university system witnessed one of the largest recruitment calls for specialists this year. According to reports published by local media and confirmed by the Turkish Official Gazette, two prominent universities, including Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University (ÇOMÜ), have announced dozens of vacancies for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions [1]. This move is part of the Turkish Ministry of Science's strategic plan to enhance the quality of higher education and respond to the increase in student numbers in recent years.

Details of Çanakkale and Istanbul University Quotas

Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, known as one of the scientific hubs of western Turkey, accounts for a large portion of this recruitment. Based on the published details, the university is looking to hire experienced professors in the faculties of Medicine, Engineering, and Humanities [2]. On the other hand, Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, in a parallel call, has prioritized hiring researchers in the fields of new technologies and health sciences. These calls include all academic levels, including instructors, assistant professors, and full professors [1].

General and Specific Conditions for Applicants

Applicants for this academic competition must meet the general conditions for employment in Turkish government agencies. Additionally, specific conditions including a valid PhD, proficiency in foreign languages (especially for international departments), and a research record in reputable journals (Q1 and Q2) are mandatory [3]. The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) has emphasized that the evaluation process will be conducted transparently and based on the scientific scores of the applicants to ensure educational justice.

Registration Method and Deadline for Submission

Candidates interested in collaborating with these universities must upload their documents through the online systems of the respective universities as well as the YÖKSİS central portal [2]. The deadline for submitting applications is usually 15 working days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette. Experts recommend that applicants ensure their resumes precisely match the criteria announced in each faculty's guidebook before final submission, as competition for these positions in 2026 is predicted to be very intense [1][3].