Assistant Professor in Data

Organisation/Company ELISAVA Research Field Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 1 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full‑time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 16 Mar 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 Offer Description Elisava, Barcelona School of Design and Engineering (UVic-UCC), understands design and industrial design engineering as tools for transforming the world through innovation and critical thinking. Elisava is a faculty that questions pre‑established ideas, experiments with new paths, connects with the professional world and seeks alternatives.

Elisava is offering a position for a Lecturer in the area of Management and Data within the Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design Engineering, preferably full‑time. We are looking for individuals who approach technology creatively and view scientific knowledge as a means, not an end. Candidates should possess theoretical and applied knowledge related to electronics, mechatronics, programming, IoT, and robotics, and be able to develop their teaching and research activities in these areas. The Management and Data area focuses on innovation in the use of products and associated business models.

It teaches students to work with data, create interactive installations, design applications, and revolutionize digital production through Industry 4.0. The subjects in this area are: Programming Fundamentals (Java) Electrical and Electronic Technology (Arduino) Interaction and Technology (Unity) Mechatronics and Robotics Intelligent Manufacturing and Systems Connected Ecosystems The selected candidate will: teach undergraduate or postgraduate courses: 420 hours per year work on projects/assignments: 120 hours per year 1. Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English. Knowledge of Catalan is appreciated P5.js Processing Python Arduino and C++ (Physical Computing) Creation of interactive objects and components Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing 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: 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 a 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 Good Research Field Other Years of Research Experience 1 - 4 Additional Information The salary of Assistant Professor (Professor/a Lector) is worth 41.249,88 € per year. While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, 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, Josep Xampeny: jxampeny@elisava.net 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr