Associate Professor in Psychology (016/2026_PAGR)

Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences

Organisation/Company Universitat de Girona Department Servei de Recursos Humans Research Field Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 26 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 13 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EU Reference Number PAGR26/05 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The Universitat de Girona (UdG), part of the public university system of Catalonia, is recognized for its excellence in research and its commitment to social progress. It promotes science, technology, the humanities and the arts with a clear vocation for cooperation and social responsibility, contributing to the sustainable development of the region and to the critical and engaged education of new generations.

The Department of Psychology at the University of Girona (UdG) carries out teaching and research activities in the areas of personality, psychological assessment, health psychology, developmental and educational psychology, social psychology, and the biological bases of behaviour. The department is involved in several undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, and leads competitive research projects at both national and international levels, establishing itself as a key player in its field.

A call for applications is open for a full-time faculty permanent position at the rank of associate professor ('agregat').

Strong academic background in Psychology and expertise in the mechanisms underlying behavioural patterns, including addictive behaviours and chronic pain. Experience and potential to develop high-quality research in these areas will be valued, especially through the use of neurophysiological and neuroimaging techniques. Teaching experience at both undergraduate and master’s levels is required. Teaching experience related to the area of Personality, Psychological Assessment, and Psychological Treatments will be particularly valued.

Research Field Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences