The IMDEA Software Institute invites applications for tenure-track (Assistant Professor) faculty positions. We are primarily interested in recruiting excellent candidates in the areas of:
Machine Learning, including Formal Reasoning about ML Systems, Explainable AI, Data Analysis at Large Scale, etc.;
Privacy;
Quantum computing;
Software Engineering;
and Systems, including Distributed Systems, Embedded Systems, Databases, etc. Exceptional candidates in other topics within the general research areas of the Institute will also be considered. Tenure clock adjustments and fast tracking can be considered for candidates in different career stages.
The primary mission of the IMDEA Software Institute is to perform research of excellence at the highest international level in software development technologies. It is one of the highest-ranked institutions worldwide in its main topic areas. Selections
The main selection criteria are the candidate's demonstrated ability and commitment to research, the match of interests with the Institute's mission, and how the candidate complements areas of established strengths of the Institute. All positions require a doctoral degree in Computer Science or a closely related area, earned by the expected start date. Candidates for tenure-track positions will have shown exceptional promise in research and will have displayed an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Application
Should be completed using the application form at:
https:
//careers.Software.Imdea.Org/Please select reference "2025-09-faculty-call" at the beginning of the form. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by November 14, 2025.
Working at the IMDEA Software Institute
The Institute is located in the vibrant area of Madrid, Spain. It offers an ideal working environment, combining the best aspects of a research center and a university department. Its researchers can focus on developing new ideas and projects, in collaboration with world-leading, international faculty, post-docs, and students. Researchers also have the opportunity (but no obligation) to teach university courses. The Institute offers institutional funding and also encourages its members to participate in national and international research projects. The working language at the Institute is English.
Salaries at the Institute are internationally competitive and established on an individual basis. They include social security provisions in accordance with existing national Spanish legislation, and in particular, access to an excellent public health care system. Further information about the Institute's current faculty and research can be found at
http:
//www.Software.Imdea.Org
The IMDEA Software Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from a diverse and international community and underrepresented groups. The Institute complies with the European Charter for Researchers.#J-18808-Ljbffr