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Tenured Scientist - International University of Valencia

On-site in València·Added 1 month ago

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in València
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 10+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
Doctorate
“Doctor/a acreditado/a en Ciencias de la Salud, vinculado/a a alguna de las líneas estratégicas del Instituto.” — per the ad.

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Requirements

Education & certifications

PhD accredited in Health Sciences, linked to one of the Institute's strategic lines.
Experience with competitive research contracts, such as Juan de la Cierva, Sara Borrell, or similar, will be valued.
Experience as a principal investigator in regional, national, or European competitive research projects will be valued.
Authorship or corresponding authorship of high-impact publications indexed in JCR over the last five years.
Experience supervising doctoral theses and managing research teams.

The role

At the International University of Valencia (VIU), we promote an innovative and international academic environment, committed to excellence in teaching, research, and knowledge transfer. We are dedicated to high-quality online education and to advancing research projects with scientific and social impact, fostering collaboration among professionals, educators, and leading researchers.

MISSION:
Lead a research team within one of the strategic lines of the Biosanitary Research Institute IIB-VIU, driving the acquisition of competitive funding from national and international calls, as well as the generation of scientific knowledge and research results published in high-impact JCR-indexed journals and presented at national and international conferences.

What you'll do

To develop strategic, innovative, relevant, and viable research lines for the Institute.
To draft scientific manuscripts and research reports for publication in high-impact journals with academic and social relevance, with affiliation to IIB-VIU.
To disseminate and present research findings through talks, oral communications, and posters at national and international conferences.
To design, develop, and present research projects in competitive calls at the institutional, regional, national, and international levels.
To prepare the annual report of the research group, including indicators and KPIs of scientific activity.
To participate in committees and commissions of the IIB-VIU.
To manage the financial resources and the research team associated with the group being led.
To supervise and mentor pre-doctoral research staff in the development of doctoral theses within the framework of the IIB-VIU.
To supervise and mentor Master's and Bachelor's theses developed at VIU.
To supervise and mentor post-doctoral research staff assigned to the research group.
To participate in interviews, outreach activities, and scientific communication actions related to the results obtained.
To collaborate in workshops and events organized by the IIB-VIU, the International University of Valencia, and Planeta Group entities.

Universidad Internacional de Valencia (VIU)

The International University of Valencia is one of the leading online universities in the Spanish-speaking world, recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain. Its Internal Quality Assurance system is established according to the principles set out in the AUDIT Program of the National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation (ANECA), which are aligned with the criteria and guidelines of the European Higher Education Area.

Professional experience

Ten or more years of experience in higher education institutions or research centers.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry: Media & Publishing
Founded: 1949
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website: planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

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"Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on merit, skills, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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