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Professor or PhD in Economics

Hybrid in Barcelona·Part-time·Added 4 months ago

This job was published 4 months ago

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Part-time.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Doctorate

    “Doctor/a en Economía, Empresa, Administración y Dirección de Empresas, Finanzas, Ciencias Sociales o áreas afines.” — per the ad.

Benefits

  • Private health insurance

    Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Meal vouchers

    A restaurant card or tickets, per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

Education & certifications

Planeta Formación y Universidades is the training division of Grupo Planeta. An international network of 22 educational institutions in Spain, Andorra, France, Italy, Colombia, North Africa, and the United States. Every year, more than 150,000 students from 114 different nationalities train at its business schools, universities, specialized higher education centers, and vocational training centers through more than 750 programs. In close collaboration with companies, professionals are trained at its institutions at all levels of higher education in face-to-face, blended, and online formats.

More information at planetaformacion.es

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Stable contract: Permanent.
  • Part-time position, 35% of full-time hours. Morning schedule, Monday to Friday.
  • You will be able to develop professionally thanks to our training plans and internal talent development.
  • Exclusive discounts and promotions for our employees (masters and postgraduates, publishing imprints, collectibles, Casa del Libro...).
  • An attractive social benefits package through the flexible remuneration plan that includes: transport card, restaurant card, nursery voucher, medical insurance, etc.
  • Work as part of a team with professionals from different academic fields and the business ecosystem.

The role

Barcelona Culinary Hub is looking to hire a Accredited PhD Professor in the field of Economics to join its teaching and research team, with participation in undergraduate and/or postgraduate university programs related to Management, Administration, and Economics applied to gastronomic, food, and service companies.

The selected candidate will contribute to the academic development of the field, delivering high-quality teaching, participating in the continuous improvement of educational programmes and developing research activity aligned with the institution's strategic lines. Particular value will be placed on the ability to connect economic foundations with real business contexts, providing an applied, up-to-date and sector-focused vision.

What you'll do

  • Deliver teaching in the field's subjects (Global gastronomic environments, Business sociology, consumer sociology and food sociology, and International competitive strategy) on the University Degree in Gastronomic Management and Administration.
  • Design, update and develop teaching materials, learning activities, case studies, assessment systems and learning resources adapted to the student profile and the competencies of each programme.
  • Apply active, participatory teaching methodologies oriented towards the practical transfer of knowledge, including case analysis, problem-based learning, simulations, debates and applied work.
  • Provide academic monitoring of students, tutorials, continuous assessment and feedback oriented towards improving learning.
  • Participate in the supervision and assessment of Final Degree Projects.
  • Develop research activity in the field of knowledge.
  • Publish research findings in scientific journals, book chapters, academic conferences or other recognised dissemination channels.

Requirements

  • PhD/Doctor in Economics, Business, Business Administration and Management, Finance, Social Sciences or related fields.
  • Current accreditation as a university lecturer by ANECA, AQU or another recognised quality agency will be highly valued.
  • University teaching experience in subjects within the field of Economics or related disciplines.
  • Research experience evidenced by scientific publications, participation in conferences, research projects or dissemination activities.
  • Ability to teach in Spanish. Teaching capability in English will be positively valued.
  • Command of active teaching methodologies and digital tools applied to university education.
  • Knowledge of the university environment, academic quality systems and monitoring processes for official degree programmes.
  • Pedagogical skills, command of active methodologies and a competency-based approach.

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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