The applicants must demonstrate successful and independent research in biomedicine in areas including physiology, cell biology, developmental biology, cancer biology, genomics, neurobiology, immunology, microbiology, bioengineering, epigenetics, emergent and chronic diseases, among others. In addition, they will be expected to demonstrate their ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students in these areas, and train young researchers. Specifically, we are searching for researchers who can address fundamental or applied questions in integrative biology using innovative or interdisciplinary approaches.
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile usually ranks top three in the QS University Ranking for Latin America. The Faculty of Biological Sciences has 70 Professors at different stages of their academic careers and 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is committed to the provision of equal opportunities, the construction of a more inclusive, diverse, and fraternal community, and the promotion and development of the careers of all academic members. The University and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to the values of diversity regarding the origin, gender, and ethnicity to build a more diverse and inclusive community.
RESPONSIBILITIES ASSOCIATED TO THE ACADEMIC POSITIONS:
To lead independent and internationally recognized research in biomedicine at fundamental or applied level.
To establish collaborations with researchers from other areas of the Faculty of Biological Sciences or other academic units within the University to develop interdisciplinary research.
To teach undergraduate and graduate students through leading lectures or laboratory courses, collaborating in course design, and acting as a student advisor in research courses and theses. Undergraduate teaching will be focused on the initial levels of training for undergraduate students from Biochemistry, Biology, Marine Biology, and undergraduates from other programs at the University (i.e., health sciences, education, college, among others). Enrolling in the teaching certificate from the Centro de Desarrollo Docente is mandatory for all new Faculty.
To train future scientists by advising or mentoring undergraduate or graduate research students.
To obtain external research funding.
To participate in academic and administrative activities within the University.
To develop outreach activities with an impact on society and the general public.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Hold a PhD degree and postdoctoral experience in any of the areas indicated above.
Ability to carry out independent research and to obtain funding for research.
Demonstrate capacity to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
For those applying to the Associate Professor level, teaching experience or holding a teaching certificate need to be demonstrated.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Trajectory, leadership, and quality of scientific contributions.
Experience in the proposed research area.
Potential for academic progress and integration within the Faculty of Biological Sciences.
Have an academic profile in the Web of science and Google Scholar
Request three confidential letters of recommendation that should be sent directly to
Copy of the PhD degree.
AVAILABILITY:
Starting september 2025.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
All information must be submitted to the Academic Secretary, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile; e-mail:
DEADLINE:
March 31, 2025 at 17:00 h (Santiago local time).
For any questions please contact: Academic Secretary, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, telephone: (56-9)-55042298 e-mail: .
Note for Foreigners applicants: Foreigner applicants not living in Chile will require a valid VISA in case of acceptance. This VISA should be obtained in the corresponding Consulate in each foreign country, and this will be required to be incorporated as academic staff.
