Teacher_ Research: Cell Biology and Tissue Engineering

About UIC Barcelona
UIC Barcelona is home to around 8,000 students and offers 16 bachelor’s degree programmes, 30 international double degrees and a wide range of master’s and postgraduate degrees, as well as continuing education courses in various fields of knowledge. Since 1997, we have been teaching students based on a model of academic rigour, a fulfilling university life and enriching life experiences. The UIC Barcelona team is made up of professionals who are qualified not only in their field of teaching, but also in research, management, administration, communication, services and systems. Beyond each individual’s professional endeavours, at UIC Barcelona you will also form part of a young and dynamic working environment.

What we’re looking for
We are looking for a candidate in the area of Regenerative Medicine with a PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, preferably with expertise in biomaterials, cell therapy, extracellular vesicles/exosomes, or advanced therapeutic medicinal products (ATMPs), who will be required to teach the following areas of knowledge: Biomaterial Characterization, Cell Therapy and Tissue Engineering.

Additional requirements:
The candidate must have demonstrated experience in animal experimentation and hold the relevant certification for animal testing. Experience in outreach activities and outreach management, as well as in the coordination and management of multidisciplinary teams, will be highly valued.

As R3 you will have the backing of the support program for the stabilization of postdoctoral research personnel of the Department of Research of the Universities of the Generalitat de Catalunya (ESTAB)

Selection Process

In May 2018, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya was awarded the HR Excellence in Research Award (EURAXESS), ensuring that candidates are selected exclusively based on excellence criteria. Since 2016, the University has also been aligned with the HRS4R (Human Resources Strategy for Research) of the European Commission, recognizing institutions that improve working conditions and career development for research and teaching staff.

The selection process includes:

• Pre-selection Phase: An independent committee, composed of internal and external experts, will assess all applications to identify candidates who best match the required profile.
• Evaluation Panel Phase: Final candidates will deliver a public oral presentation before a panel consisting of two external academics and one internal member. The presentation (60 minutes total) should cover the candidate’s academic trajectory, including research, teaching, and management. Candidates may also be asked in advance to deliver a 20-minute lecture on a specific topic.
• Competency Assessment Phase: Organized by the Faculty Board, this phase evaluates transversal and personal competencies of the two finalists through tailored activities.
• Final Decision Phase: Final selection and communication of results

We Offer

A tenure-track (TT) position. Upon successful completion of the agreed objectives and conditions, the candidate will be appointed as a tenured Associate Professor at UIC Barcelona, in accordance with the University’s academic regulations.

Salary

The starting salary will depend on the candidate’s profile and experience. During the tenure-track period, performance in research, teaching, and service will be evaluated based on agreed objectives, with the possibility of additional compensation. Upon successful completion, the candidate will obtain a permanent position with salary aligned with current scales and their academic experience.

Working Conditions

• Contract type: Full-time
• Teaching languages required: English, Spanish and Catalan