University of La Laguna Updates Recruitment Process for Disability Reservation

Background

The University of La Laguna has updated its recruitment process for a faculty position in the Department of English and German Philology to comply with legal requirements for reserving jobs for candidates with disabilities.

Key Changes

• This change specifically affects the DL0110 vacancy, which now mandates applicants to demonstrate a minimum disability level of 33% recognized officially.
• The revision ensures that the university adheres to Spanish laws promoting equal opportunities for disabled persons in public employment.
• If no candidates from this reserved group are proposed, the position will be offered to the next eligible applicant from the general pool.

Context and Rationale

The modifications come after a candidate challenged the original call, arguing it did not fully comply with disability reservation laws.

Commitment to Inclusivity

The update emphasizes the university’s commitment to inclusive hiring, aligning its procedures with national legislation to foster a more equitable workplace.

Application Details

• The application period opens within ten working days after the bulletin's publication, broadening opportunities for qualified candidates with disabilities to join academia at La Laguna.