The Faculty of Law, Business, and Government at Universidad Francisco de Vitoria invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Government and Political Science, with primary assignment to the Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy, Politics, Law and Economics (PPLE), fully taught in English.
Position Responsibilities:
- The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching 'Foundations of Business,' a required first-year College course for students across the Faculty's 10+ degree programs course for all undergraduate students across these programs (approximately 9 ECTS), as well as advanced courses within the PPLE degree and other programs in their area of specialization (approximately 15 ECTS). This dual assignment reflects our conviction that faculty who can articulate the foundational questions of their discipline are best equipped to guide students through more specialized study.
Total teaching load:
24 ECTS annually.
- Develop pedagogical approaches that integrate political analysis with ethical reflection, philosophical foundations, and the pursuit of the common good.
- Contribute to the interdisciplinary dialogue between political science and other disciplines (philosophy, law, economics, business) within the College model.
- Engage in research activities within their area of expertise, particularly in areas related to political philosophy, democratic theory, public policy, governance, or other approaches that ground politics in the common good and human dignity.
- Supervise bachelor's theses and mentor students in their intellectual and personal development
- Participate in College activities, including seminars, lectures, and academic events that bring together students and faculty from different programs.
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster the College's interdisciplinary mission
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of the political science and government curriculum across the College.
- Represent the Faculty in academic forums and contribute to its visibility.
Required Qualifications:
Academic Background:
- PhD in Political Science, Government, Political Philosophy, or related field (completed)
- A truly interdisciplinary profile demonstrated by: holding a degree (undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral) in fields such as philosophy, law, economics, history, international relations, sociology, or other disciplines that complement political science; or significant coursework and research engagement across multiple disciplines.
- Evidence of interdisciplinary work through publications, research projects, teaching experiences, or collaborative initiatives that bridge political science with other fields.
Early career profile:
PhD completed or currently finishing a post-doctoral placement.
A publication record that meets the requirements for Assistant Professor level (Profesor Ayudante Doctor) in the Spanish accreditation system (ANECA).
- A promising publication record with emphasis on quality and impact, including publications in peer-reviewed journals (indexed when possible), working papers, and book chapters.
- Evidence of serious engagement with foundational questions in political philosophy, democratic theory, governance, and/or approaches to politics that emphasize the common good and human dignity.
Research Focus and Values:
- A researcher who demonstrates enthusiasm for approaching politics from perspectives grounded in political philosophy, the common good, subsidiarity, solidarity, Catholic Social Teaching, or related frameworks that prioritize human dignity and authentic democratic participation.
- Research interests that go beyond purely empirical or behaviorist political analysis to engage with fundamental questions about justice, the nature of political authority, citizenship, and the proper ends of political community.
- Openness to interdisciplinary dialogue and willingness to integrate insights from philosophy, theology, law, economics, and history into political analysis.
- A researcher who shares UFV's vision and values, particularly its commitment to truth, justice, the common good, and Christian humanism.
Research Experience:
- Active research engagement through publications, presentations at academic conferences, and participation in research projects.
- Demonstrated commitment to a research agenda aligned with the mission of the university and the PPLE program.
- Active participation in research networks, institutes, or collaborative projects (national or international) is valued.
Supervision Experience:
- Experience supervising or co-supervising bachelor's theses is valued.
- Experience mentoring students and guiding their intellectual and personal formation.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering students' critical thinking and their understanding of politics as a discipline oriented toward justice and serving the common good.
Teaching Experience:
- Previous experience teaching political science and government at the undergraduate level, particularly introductory or foundational courses.
- Demonstrated ability to make political concepts, institutions, and processes accessible to students from diverse academic backgrounds.
- Experience teaching in interdisciplinary or College model settings is valued.
- Proven commitment to active learning methodologies and student-centered pedagogy.
- Experience with Experiential Learning and Real Challenges Based Learning methodologies is highly valued, as these form the bedrock of UFV's pedagogical model.
- Demonstrated experience teaching politics from a perspective that emphasizes ethical reflection, the common good, and authentic democratic participation.
Professional Experience:
- Demonstrated experience working in interdisciplinary academic environments.
- A growing network of contacts in the field of specialty and membership in professional associations.
Language Requirements:
- High proficiency in English (C2 level or equivalent), evidenced by publications and/or teaching experience in English-speaking contexts, as the PPLE program is fully taught in English.
- Proficiency in Spanish is valued but not required; willingness to learn Spanish is expected.
Start Date:
September 2026 (academic year