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ISA Secretariat Job Openings

We are pleased to announce two new openings at the International Sociological Association (ISA) Secretariat Office to join our international team based in Barcelona. We are currently recruiting an Executive Support Officer and an Events Officer. These are key roles within our organization, offering the opportunity to contribute to ISA’s global mission of advancing sociological knowledge and supporting our diverse community of scholars. If you are committed, detail-oriented, and thrive in an international environment, we encourage you to explore the full calls for applications linked below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and non-traditional career paths, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, disability, neurodivergence, and age (40+). Diverse perspectives enrich our team and strengthen our mission.

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Executive Support Officer

This is not a traditional support role—it is a vital position at the heart of a small, dynamic international team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Secretary to ensure smooth organizational coordination, proactive communication, and the timely execution of key initiatives. This is a long-term opportunity for someone who is deeply motivated to contribute to a globally respected organization with a social mission. We are looking for a professional with excellent communication skills, discretion, adaptability, and a strong interest in international academic cooperation and knowledge exchange.

ISA Events Officer 

This role will serve as a central liaison between ISA structures, members, Local Organizing Committees (LOCs), and Professional Conference Organizers (PCOs) across countries. The Events Officer will not organize events directly but ensure smooth coordination and communication across all parties involved. This role is pivotal in supporting our members and event presenters throughout the planning process and during the events themselves.