Appointments at the University of La Laguna

New Full Professors Appointed

• The University of La Laguna has officially appointed two new full professors as of May 16, 2025.
• Professor Iván Castilla Rodríguez will join the Department of Computer Engineering and Systems, specializing in Architecture and Computer Technology.
• Professor Iván Galtier Hernández will take up a position in the Department of Clinical Psychology, focusing on Psychobiology.

Appointment Process and Requirements

• These appointments follow a competitive selection process, with candidates meeting all legal and institutional requirements.
• The new professors will assume their roles once they take their official oaths, which must happen within 20 days of the appointment announcement.

Context and Significance

• These appointments are part of the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its academic ranks and are governed by recent reforms aimed at improving university staffing.
• For residents and students, this means enhanced expertise in key areas like computer systems and mental health, which could influence both teaching quality and research output at La Laguna.
• The appointments also reflect the university's compliance with national legislation, including recent laws on higher education and university governance.

Broader Impact

These developments underscore the ongoing modernization and professionalization of university staff across Spain, directly impacting the quality of higher education in the region.