University of La Laguna Permanent Teaching and Research Position Announcement

Overview

The University of La Laguna has officially opened a competitive process to fill a permanent teaching and research position, specifically targeting highly qualified doctoral researchers.

This vacancy aligns with the 2022 Employment Offer and is part of Spain's broader efforts to enhance academic research capacity by promoting the inclusion of talented researchers into university faculty roles.

Context and Legal Framework

Recent legal reforms, including the Organic Law 2/2023, have introduced new measures:

• Mandate reserving at least 15% of university positions for researchers with specific certifications like I3/R3.
• These measures aim to boost research innovation and ensure excellent career pathways for top-tier scientists.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must meet strict professional and academic criteria:

• Hold a doctoral degree.
• Possess proven research activity evaluation by national agencies.
• Demonstrate fluency in Spanish.
• Submit comprehensive documentation within a ten-day application window.

Selection Process

The process involves:

• Evaluation of academic records.
• A public presentation of credentials.
• Two oral assessments of teaching and research projects.

Contract and Institutional Goals

The selected candidate will receive:

• A permanent full-time contract after completing administrative formalities.

This initiative highlights Spain’s efforts to foster research talent and improve university levels, directly impacting the local academic environment and opportunities for expat researchers seeking stable academic positions in Spain.