University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Job Opportunities Announcement

Key Details

• The university announced new job opportunities for substitute teaching assistants in September 2025.
• Initially, candidates required degrees in:
  • Biology
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy
  • Bioquímica
  • Chemistry
  • Veterinary Medicine

Recent Update

• In October, the rector approved a correction to the qualifications, now including Biotechnology as an eligible qualification.

This expansion broadens the pool of applicants, making the hiring process more inclusive and equitable.

Application Process

• The university has opened a new ten-day application window for the corrected competitions.
• Candidates who had already submitted applications will be informed of the change.
• Existing applicants do not need to reapply unless they wish to add new documentation or correct their earlier submissions.

Significance

• This update reflects ongoing efforts to ensure fairness in hiring.
• Demonstrates the university’s responsiveness to academic and industry needs.
• Could positively impact the local academic community by creating more opportunities for recent graduates and professionals in related fields to contribute to university teaching and research.