Organisation/Company ELISAVA Research Field Engineering » Mechanical engineering Computer science » Programming Engineering » Industrial engineering Engineering » Materials engineering Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 15 Mar 2026 - 23:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 1 Apr 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
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Offer Description
ELISAVA is seeking an accredited Lecturer (PDI) to teach in the Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design Engineering. The candidate should demonstrate a creative understanding of technology and the ability to apply scientific knowledge as a tool for both teaching and research.
Responsibilities include teaching subjects such as mechanics, CAD (particularly Creo Parametric), materials technology, graphic expression, mechatronics, structural analysis, and programming fundamentals (e.g., Java). The position combines teaching, course preparation, and research activities.
Candidates must hold a PhD and official accreditation (AQU/ANECA or equivalent). A solid scientific track record, experience in collaborative and industry-linked projects, international experience, and teamwork skills are highly valued. The position may be full-time or part-time.
Where to apply
E-mail
Requirements
Research Field Engineering » Design engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
PhD in Engineering or a related field
Official academic accreditation (AQU/ANECA or equivalent)
Strong knowledge of mechanics and materials engineering
Advanced CAD skills (preferably Creo Parametric)
Competence in mechatronics and basic robotics
Programming knowledge (e.g., Java)
Proven research experience and scientific publications
Ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary and industry-related projects
Teaching experience at university level
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Specific Requirements
Candidates must hold a PhD in engineering or a comparable field and be accredited by AQU or ANECA with one of these evaluation procedures for private universities (or the previous ones from AQU and ANECA):
In case candidate haven’t passed yet any of such evaluations yet, but they consider to be fit for the ANECA and AQU criteria and that they could quickly pass such evaluations, we encourage them to apply anyway, commenting this in the application.
Furthermore, please note that beside the ANECA and AQU evaluations, Assistant Professors can then become Associate Professors (Professor Titular) once they have:
directed or co-directed 2 or more doctoral theses
a proved experience with teaching and research at an international level
successfully passed an evaluation of six-years of research period at AQU (private universities) or ANECA:
More details can be found in Elisava’s Collective Agreement in the Transparency section of its website:
Finally, candidates must have strong scientific track record, motivation to teach in creative environments, ability to work on projects with companies, international experience, and a willingness to work in teams and forge new collaborations will be highly valued.
Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent
Languages SPANISH Level Excellent
Research Field Engineering » Materials engineeringEngineering » Industrial engineeringEngineering » Mechanical engineeringOther Years of Research Experience 4 - 10
Additional Information
The salary of Assistant Professor (Professor/a Lector) is worth 41.249,88 € per year. Salary Tables at Elisava can be consulted here in the Transparency section of its website:
While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, please note that a valid Spanish work permit (or eligibility to obtain one easily, e.g., EU citizenship) is a requirement for this position. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
Selection process
Inquiries on the position can be directed via mail to Elisava’s Deputy Managing Director of Elisava, Josep Xampeny:
Candidates shall submit these documents:
Cover letter outlining your research and education interests
Curriculum Vitae with a list of projects and publications (this can be your AQU or ANECA CV)
A board will assess the evaluation of the curriculum vitae and arrange an interview.
Additional comments
Elisava, Barcelona School of Design and Engineering of the Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), fourth best Catalan university and sixth in Spain, promotes education, knowledge and research in the fields of design, industrial design engineering and communication.At Elisava we understand design and industrial design engineering as instruments to transform the world through innovation and critical reflection. Located on an urban campus in the centre of Barcelona, we have a direct impact on the city and are closely involved in its cultural life. Elisava Research, the research department of Elisava, is a vibrant community of academic researchers in the fields of design and engineering and a solid ecosystem of international partners and collaborators. xpzdshu We lead the official Consolidated Research Group ‘Research through Design’ (GRC – 2021 SGR 01497) and publish Temes de Disseny, a diamond open-access scientific journal currently a second quartile journal (Q2) in the ‘Architecture’, ‘Cultural Studies’ and ‘Visual Arts and Performing Arts’ categories, according to the SCImago Journal & Country Rank.
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