Vlade Simović

Dr. Vlade Simović is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Political Sciences, University of Banja Luka, specializing in political theory with particular expertise in Bosnian political systems. His academic career spans over a decade of research and teaching in political science, with election to the rank of Associate Professor occurring on March 26, 2020.

Dr. Simović's research interests focus on political parties, consociational democracy, federalism, and the geopolitical dynamics of the Balkans. His scholarly work examines the complex interplay between ethnic divisions, political institutions, and international influences in post-conflict societies, particularly Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has published extensively on party systems, political representation, and the challenges of democratic governance in ethnically divided societies.

His recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a continued focus on consociationalism, political representation, and the institutional architecture of Bosnia and Herzegovina. His research often bridges historical analysis with contemporary political challenges, examining how historical legacies shape current political dynamics. Dr. Simović has also explored the influence of international actors, European integration processes, and the relationship between religion and politics in the region.

Dr. Simović is actively involved in multiple research projects, including 'International order and the Serbian national question' (2024-2025) and 'History of political ideas among Serbs' (2023-2024), indicating his engagement with both contemporary political issues and historical frameworks that shape the region's political landscape.

His teaching portfolio covers undergraduate and graduate courses including Political Relations of Balkan Countries, Political Parties and Organizations, Introduction to Political Science, and Dynamics of Modern Political Institutions, reflecting his broad expertise across comparative politics, political theory, and Balkan studies.