University of La Laguna Announces Public Competition for Hiring Associate Professors
Published: October 14, 2025|education|Gobierno de Canarias
University of La Laguna New Call for Applications for Temporary Associate Professors
Overview
The University of La Laguna has officially launched a new call for applications to hire temporary associate professors under a public competition. The process adheres to recent legal reforms in Spanish higher education and public employment, emphasizing transparency, merit-based selection, and equal opportunities.
Requirements for Applicants
- Hold a recognized university degree
- Demonstrate at least two years of professional activity outside academia in the relevant field
Application Process
- Submit applications through the university's online portal
- Deadline: within ten working days from the announcement date
- Include necessary documentation and pay a 15-euro application fee
Selection Procedure
- Evaluation based on a detailed scoring system
- Criteria include academic merits, professional experience, and other relevant factors
- Stages:
- Provisional admission
- Possible document verification
- Final selection by a dedicated committee
Broader Context and Benefits
The recruitment drive is part of La Laguna’s broader strategy to strengthen its teaching and research capacity, ensuring high standards and inclusion.
- Candidates will be contracted under labor law
- Part-time hours with an initial indefinite contract
Commitment to Transparency and Fairness
The announcement underscores the university’s commitment to transparency, fair process, and compliance with current legal frameworks, offering opportunities for qualified professionals to join its academic community.