Assistant Professor Of Economics

Position OverviewThe 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 eight 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 the 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 ResponsibilitiesTeach "Foundations of Economics", a required first‑year College course for all undergraduate students across the faculty's 10+ degree programmesTeach advanced Economics courses within the PPLE programme and potentially other degree programmes within the CollegeDesign 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 goodContribute to the interdisciplinary dialogue between economics and other disciplines (philosophy, politics, law, business) within the College modelEngage in research activities within the candidate's area of expertise, particularly in areas that rethink economics from the perspective of Catholic Social Teaching or the common goodSupervise bachelor’s theses and mentor students in their intellectual and personal developmentParticipate in College activities, including seminars, lectures, and academic events that bring together students and faculty from different programmesCollaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster the College’s interdisciplinary missionContribute to the development and enhancement of the economics curriculum across the CollegeRepresent the Faculty in academic forums and enhance its visibilityRequired QualificationsAcademic 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 disciplinesEvidence of interdisciplinary work through publications, research projects, teaching experiences, or collaborative initiatives that bridge law with other fieldsEarly career profile: PhD completed or currently finishing a post‑doctoral placementA 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 chaptersEvidence of serious engagement with foundational questions in legal philosophy, jurisprudence, and/or approaches to law that emphasize justice, human dignity, and the common goodResearch Focus And ValuesA 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 goodResearch 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 moralityOpenness to interdisciplinary dialogue and willingness to integrate insights from philosophy, theology, political science, and economics into legal analysisA researcher who shares UFV’s vision and values, particularly its commitment to truth, justice, the common good, and Christian humanismResearch ExperienceActive research engagement through publications, presentations at academic conferences, and participation in research projectsDemonstrated commitment to a research agenda aligned with the mission of the university and the PPLE programmeActive participation in research networks, institutes, or projects is valuedSupervision ExperienceExperience supervising or co‑supervising bachelor’s theses is valuedExperience mentoring students and guiding their intellectual and personal formationDemonstrated commitment to fostering students’ critical thinking and their understanding of law as a discipline oriented toward justice and serving societyTeaching ExperiencePrevious experience teaching law at the undergraduate level, particularly introductory or foundational coursesDemonstrated ability to make legal concepts and reasoning accessible to students from diverse academic backgroundsExperience teaching in interdisciplinary or College model settings is valuedProven commitment to active learning methodologies and student‑centered pedagogyExperience with experiential learning and real challenges‑based learning methodologies is highly valuedDemonstrated experience teaching law from a perspective that emphasizes ethical reflection, justice, and the common goodProfessional ExperienceDemonstrated experience working in interdisciplinary academic environmentsA growing network of contacts in the field of specialtyLanguage RequirementsHigh proficiency in English (C2 level or equivalent), evidenced by publications and/or teaching experience in English‑speaking contexts, as the PPLE programme is fully taught in EnglishProficiency in Spanish is valued but not required; willingness to learn Spanish is expectedCommitment To UFV MissionDedication to fostering justice, the common good, and human flourishing through legal education and researchPreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with Catholic Social Teaching and its implications for legal thought and practiceExperience with or knowledge of natural law theory, legal philosophy, jurisprudence, human rights theory, or constitutional basicsExperience implementing experiential learning methodologiesInternational academic experience or research stays at prestigious universitiesAdditional European languages beyond English and SpanishProfessional legal experience (practice, judicial clerkship, legal advisory roles) that complements academic workSelection ProcessApplication Period: January ****Interviews: February ****Start Date: September **** (academic year *********)Application InstructionsApplicants should submit the following documents:Curriculum Vitae (CV) – including detailed publication list and research experienceCover Letter – addressing alignment with UFV’s mission and vision for the PPLE programmeTeaching and Research StatementThree academic referencesWhen writing the Cover Letter, please review our mission and identity webpage at /Compensation PackageThe 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 SubmissionApplications should be submitted via e‑mail to:Matthias Nebel – ******Tomás Gómez Franco – ******CC – ******CC – ****** – 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 ******About Universidad Francisco De VitoriaUniversidad 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: / /#J-18808-Ljbffr