Position Overview:
The Faculty of Law, Business, and Government at Universidad Francisco de Vitoria invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Economics, 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 programmes through a shared curriculum in the first year. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching "Foundations of Economics", a required first‐year College course for all undergraduate students across these programmes, 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 economic thinking, helping them understand economic systems through the lens of human flourishing and the common good. The role allows the candidate to participate in an innovative educational project that challenges conventional economic thinking and integrates economics with philosophy, politics, law, and other disciplines across the College.
Position Responsibilities:
Teach "Foundations of Economics", aポ required first‐year College course for all undergraduate students across the faculty's 10+ degree programmes
Teach advanced Economics courses within the PPLE programme and potentially other degree programmes within the College
Design and deliver course materials that make economic concepts accessible and relevant to students from diverse academic backgrounds (law, business, government, philosophy, politics, etc.)
Develop pedagogical approaches that integrate economic analysis with ethical reflection and the pursuit of the common good
Contribute to the interdisciplinary dialogue between economics and other disciplines (philosophy, politics, law, business) within the College model
Engage in research activities within their area of expertise, particularly in areas that rethink economics from the perspective of Catholic Social Teaching or the common good
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 programmes
Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster the College's interdisciplinary mission
Contribute to the development and enhancement of the economics curriculum across the College
Represent the Faculty in academic forums memenangkan its visibility
Required Qualifications:
Academic Background:
PhD in Economics (completed)
A truly interdisciplinary profile demonstrated by holding a degree (undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral) in fields such as philosophy, political science, law, theology, or other disciplines that complement Economics; or significant coursework and research 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 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, 團 includes 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
Research Focus and Values:
A researcher who demonstrates enthusiasm for approaching law from perspectives grounded in natural law, legal philosophy, human rights, Catholic extensively 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 programme
Active participation in research networks, institutes, or الشهر projects 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 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 gdje valued
Proven commitment to active learning methodologies and student‐centered 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 Englishროპ (C2 level or equivalent), evidenced by publications and/or teaching experience in English-speaking contexts, as the PPLE programme 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
Understanding of and commitment to the integration of faith and reason in higher education, आई`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 and its implications for legal thought and practice
Experience with or knowledge of natural law theory, legal philosophy, jurisprudence, human rights theory, or constitutional basil
Experience implementing Experiential Learning methodologies
International academicөк experience or research stays at prestigiousettet 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: January 2026
Interviews: February 2026
Start Date: September 2026 (academic year 2026‐2027)
Application Instructions:
Application Instructions: Applicants should submit the following documents: policies>
Curriculum Vitae (CV) – including detailedrega publication list and research experience
Cover Letter – addressing alignment King's UFV's mission and vision for the PPLE programme
Teaching and Research Statement
Three academic references
When writing the Cover Letter, please 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 قل, 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 – matthias.nebel@ufv.es
Tomás Gómez Franco – tomas.gomez@ufv.es
CC – jorge.cerdio@ufv.es
CC – desarrollodepersonas@ufv.es – 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, please contact Jorge Cerdio at jorge.cerdio@ufv.es
About Universidad Francisco de Vitoria:
Universidad Francisco de Vitoria is committed to education that seeks truth, promotes 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 Irvine, character formation, and service to society.
The Faculty's College model represents a unique opportunity to teach law to a broad and diverse student population in the foundational first year, while also contributing to specialized programmes like the PPLE. This position allows the successful candidate to influence how law is understood and applied across multiple disciplines, always with a view toward justice, human dignity, and the common good.
For more information, visit the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria and the Faculty of Law, Business, and Governance websites:
https://www.ufv.es/
https://www.ufv.es/faculty-of-law-business-and-governance/
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