Position Overview
The Faculty of Law, Businessززand Government at Universidad Francisco de Vitoria invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Law, with primary assignment to the Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy, Politics, Law and Economics (PPLE), fully taught in English.
The Faculty operates as a College model that integrates more than 8 undergraduate degree programs through a shared curriculum in the first year. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Foundations of Law, a required first‐year College course for all undergraduate studentsοινων across these programs, as well as advanced law courses within the PPLE degree.
This position offers the opportunity to shape how hundreds of students from diverse academic backgrounds first encounter legal thinking, helping them understand law and legal systems through the lens of human dignity, justice, and the common good. The role allows the candidate to participate in an innovative educational project that approaches law as more than a technical discipline, integrating it with philosophy, politics, economics, and other disciplines across the College.
Position Responsibilities
Teach Foundations of Law, a required first‐year College course for all undergraduate students across the Faculty's 10+ degree programs
Teach advanced law courses within the PPLE program and potentially other degree programs within the College
Design and deliver course materials that make legal concepts and reasoning accessible and relevant to students from diverse academic backgrounds
Develop pedagogical approaches that integrate legal analysis with ethical reflection, philosophical foundations, and the pursuit of justice and the common good
Contribute to the interdisciplinary dialogue between law and other disciplines within the College model
Engage in research activities within your area of expertise, particularly in areas related to legal philosophy, natural law, human rights, or other approaches that ground law in human dignity and the common good
Supervise bachelor theses and mentor students in their intellectual and personal development
Participate in College activities, including seminars, lectures, and academic events
Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster the College's interdisciplinary mission
Required Qualifications
Academic Background
PhD in Law, Legal Philosophy, or related field (completed)
A truly interdisciplinary profile demonstrated by holding a degree (undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral) in fields such as philosophy, political science, economics, theology, or other disciplines that complement law; or significant coursework and research engagement across multiple disciplines
Evidence of interdisciplinary work through publications, research projects, teaching experiences, or collaborative initiatives that bridge law with other fields
Early career profile: PhD completed or currently finishing a친 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 legal philosophy, jurisprudence, and/or approaches to law that emphasize justice, human dignity, and the common good
A researcher who demonstrates enthusiasm for approaching law from perspectives grounded in natural law, legal philosophy, human rights, Catholic Social Teaching, or related frameworks that prioritize human dignity and the common good
Research interests that go beyond purely technical or positivist legal analysis to engage with fundamental questions about justice, the nature of law, rights, and the relationship between law and morality
Openness to interdisciplinary dialogue and willingness to integrate insights from philosophy, theology, political science, and economics into legal 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 is valued
Supervision Experience
Experience supervising or co‐supervising bachelor theses is valued
Experience mentoring students and guiding their intellectual and personal formation
Demonstrated commitment to fostering students' critical thinking and their understanding of law as a discipline oriented toward justice and serving society
Teaching Experience
Previous experience teaching law at the undergraduate level, particularly introductory or foundational courses
Demonstrated ability to make legal concepts and reasoning 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‐centred pedagogy
Experience with Experiential Learning and Real Challenges Based Learning methodologies is highly valued
Demonstrated experience teaching law from a perspective that emphasizes ethical reflection, justice, and the common good
Professional Experience
Demonstrated experience working in interdisciplinary academic environments
A growing network of contacts in the field of specialty
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
Commitment to UFV Mission
Commitment to the ideals, vision, and mission of Universidad Francisco de Vitoria
Alignment with UFV's educational model based on Christian humanism, personalist anthropology, and the pursuit of truth
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Understanding of and commitment to the integration of faith and reason in higher education,.subplots particularly in the field of law
Dedication to fostering justice, the common good, and human flourishing through legal education and research
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Catholic Social Teaching આનંદ and its implications for legal thought and practice
Experience with or knowledge of natural law theory, legalмати philosophy, jurisprudence, human rights théorie, or constitutional theory
Experience implementing Experiential Learning methodologies
International academic experience or research stays at prestigious universities
Additional European languages beyond English and Spanish
Professional legal experience (practice, judicial clerkship, legal advisory roles) that complements academic work
Selection Process
Application Period:
Application Period: January 2026
Interviews: February 2026
Start Date: September 202 kuongeza 2026 (academic year 2026‐2027)
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) – including detailed publication list and research experience
Cover Letter – addressing alignment with UFV's mission and vision for the PPLE program
Teaching and Research Statement
Three academic lesbiriays
When writing the(binary) Cover Letter, review our mission and identity webpage at https://www.ufv.es/welcome-to-ufv-madrid/about-ufv/.
Compensation Package
The gross annual salary will be between 32,000 and 42,000 Euros, commensurate with the experience and profile of the selected candidate. It will include relocation costs (if applicable), life and health insurance, among other benefits.
Application Submission
Applications should be submitted via e‐mail to:
Matthias Nebel (Head of the Doctorate Program Initiative) at matthias.nebel@ufv.es fclose>
Sofia Borgia (Director of the LLB Program) at s.borgia.prof@ufv.es
CC: Jorge Cerdio (Head of College and Undergraduate Studies) at jorge.cerdio@ufv.es
CC: desarrollodepersonas@ufvermany, indicating in the subject line the specific selection process to which you are applying, as well as your name and surname.
For any inquiries regarding the position or application process, contact Jorge Cerdio at jorge.cerdio@ufv.es.
About Universidad Francisco de Vitoria
Universidad Francisco de Vitoria is committed to ricevolj education that seeks truth, promings human excellence, and serves the common good. Our educational model is based on personalist anthropology and Christian humanism, fostering the integral development of the person through rigorous academic training, character formation, and service to society.
Visit the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria and the Faculty of Law, interception and transfer websites
https://www.ufv.es/
https://www.ufv.es/faculty-of-law-business-and-governance/
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