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The School of Engineering is seeking applicants for a faculty position in different areas.
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Faculty Position in Rock Mechanics
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Rock Mechanics at the departments of Mining Engineering and of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling, and university administrative tasks. The new position in Rock Mechanics should conduct research focusing on the integration of micro- to macro-scale characteristics to advance the understanding of rock mass behavior under complex stress regimes, in topics such as:
– Slope and open-pit excavation stability
– Underground support design
– Rockfall prevention
– Blasting optimization
– Geotechnical numerical modeling
– Georesource exploitation and Geostorage
– Experimental Rock Deformation
– Geohazards
– Explosion-induced vibration control
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in a topic related to the nature of this call at the time of hiring. Undergraduate studies in civil engineering, mining engineering, or related areas are expected. Due to the nature of our School, the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering in areas ranging from civil engineering to geology, geophysics, geography, and natural and social sciences, among several others. Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and the public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (specially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach traditional courses in related areas.
If selected for the position, foreigners who apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 31, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Rock Mechanics” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students. 3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of journal publications indexed in the Web of Science catalogue.
b. List of conference publications indexed in the CORE A/A* catalogue.
c. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
vii.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department’s Chairs, cmarquardt@uc.cl and matias.hube@uc.cl. For assistance with the online application form, please send an email to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in:
· Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
· University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the departments of Mining Engineering and of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Sustainable Construction
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Sustainable Construction at the Department(s)1 of Construction Engineering and Management. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in engineering and construction management at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling and university administrative tasks. The new position in Sustainable Construction should conduct research in topics such as:
• Social, technical, environmental, and economic assessment of construction project
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Cost (LCC)
• Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) management
• AI and modeling for the built environment and sustainable processes
• Urban microclimate modeling for extreme heat resilience and sustainability
• Decarbonization of the built environment
• Social sustainability of the built environment
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in a related discipline (i.e. civil engineering, construction engineering, environmental engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, architecture) with emphasis on sustainability, at the time of hiring. Due to the nature of our School the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering and university faculties and institutes.
Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (specially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach traditional courses in related areas.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 31, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Sustainable Construction” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students. 3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application.
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of journal publications indexed in the Web of Science catalogue.
b. List of conference publications indexed in the CORE A/A* catalogue.
c. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Marcelo González (magonza7@uc.cl). For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in: · Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
· University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department Construction Engineering and Management
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Electrical Engineering
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in all areas of Electrical Engineering at the Department of Electrical Engineering. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling and university administrative tasks. The new position in Electrical Engineering should conduct teaching, research, and technological innovation activities in any area related to Electrical Engineering.
The selected candidate is expected to develop a strong externally funded research program, support doctoral programs, and teach three courses per year in the Electrical Engineering Department.
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines at the time of hiring. Due to the nature of our School, the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering. Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in this language in the short term (two years maximum). English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and the public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs, and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high-quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The candidate must teach undergraduate and graduate courses offered by the Electrical Engineering Department. They will also be expected to create new courses.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 31, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Electrical Engineering” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students.
3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of journal publications indexed in the Web of Science catalogue.
b. List of conference publications indexed in the CORE A/A* catalogue.
c. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Note C:
Please avoid padding the list with other publications, such as those published in journals not indexed in the Web of Science database, conference presentations and alike.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Matias Negrete Pincetic (mnp@uc.cl) For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in:
· Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
· University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department of Electrical Engineering
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Human-Centered Information Systems
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Human-Centered Information Systems at the Department of Computer Science. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High quality research and teaching in engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling and university administrative tasks. The new position in Human-Centered Information Systems should conduct research in topics such as Human-Centered Computing, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW), Organizational Systems and Technology, Digital Transformation, Human-AI Interaction, Sociotechnical Systems, Responsible and Participatory Design, Computational Social Science, Educational Informatics, among others.
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human-Computer Interaction or related fields with emphasis on the use of technology by people in information systems or organizational settings, at the time of hiring. Due to the nature of our School the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering. Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (specially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach traditional courses in related areas.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 31, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Human-Centered Information Systems” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students. 3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of journal publications indexed in the Web of Science catalogue.
b. List of conference publications indexed in the CORE A/A* catalogue.
c. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Dr. Valeria Herskovic (vherskovic@uc.cl). For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in:
● Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
● University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department of Computer Science
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Engineering Management for Sustainable Digital Transformation
The School of Engineering and the Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS) at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC), one of the leading academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Engineering Management for Sustainable Digital Transformation. This is a joint appointment position at the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering in the School of Engineering and the IDS. The position is partially funded by the UC Endowment Program through the Entel Endowed Chair for Sustainable Digital Transformation. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High quality teaching (at the undergraduate and graduate levels), and conducting independent research. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student advising, and university administrative tasks. The new position in Engineering Management for Sustainable Digital Transformation should conduct research and teaching in topics such as Sustainable Technology Management, Sustainable Digital Transformation, Sustainable Digital Business Models, Sustainable Technology-based Entrepreneurship, Technology-based Innovation for Sustainability, Sustainable Digital Strategy, Sustainable Digital Government, Digital Transformation for Corporate Sustainability, among others.
Teaching
At the undergraduate level, the candidate should develop teaching activity at both the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and the IDS. In particular, the course at the IDS should cater to students from various disciplines and programs at UC. At the graduate level, the candidate is expected to teach an advanced course related to his or her research background. A successful applicant would teach three courses per year, and advise Master and PhD students at the School of Engineering, and eventually at the IDS.
Research
The selected candidate is expected to apply to national and international research grants, and publish in high quality journals. Additionally, a successful applicant is expected to work together with researchers from engineering, as well as from other fields, such as social science, economics, management, or natural sciences, that can enhance the activity related to research lines of the IDS.
Knowledge transfer
Carrying out applied projects with public and private entities is desirable.
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Management, Organization, Innovation, Strategy, or related disciplines with emphasis on Sustainable Digital Transformation, at the time of hiring. Due to the nature of the position the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering and the IDS in areas such as Sustainable Digital Transformation, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability, among others.
Previous experience in teaching and research, and having led or participated in research and development projects based on the fundamentals of the discipline will be positively considered. Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and the common good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (specially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The selected candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach existing courses appropriate to the position.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 15th, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Engineering Management for Sustainable Digital Transformation” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students.
3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of Web of Science journal publications (see note C).
b. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Note C:
Please avoid padding the list with other publications, such as those published in journals not indexed in the Web of Science database, conference presentations and alike.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing Tomás Reyes, Director of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (threyes@uc.cl). For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in:
- Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
- University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
- Interview with the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering
- Interview with the Director of the IDS
- Interview with faculty members and the chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Interview with faculty members of the IDS
- Interview with the Selection Committee
- Psychological Interview
- Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering and the IDS)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Departments and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Sustainability and Public Policy
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in Sustainability and Public Policy at the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
This position focuses on Sustainability and Public Policy from an engineering perspective, with potential research areas including, but not limited to, quantitative modeling for environmental policy; economics of sustainable development; sustainable development strategies; circular economy; and data-driven decision-making for sustainability.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in Sustainability and Public Policy from an engineering perspective at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling and university administrative tasks. The new position in Sustainability and Public Policy should conduct research in topics such as quantitative modeling for environmental policy, economics of sustainable development, sustainable development strategies, circular economy, and data-driven decision-making for sustainability. Additionally, the candidate is expected to collaborate across disciplines, contribute to the development of new programs and courses related to sustainability, and engage with public and private stakeholders to foster real-world impact.
Requirements
Applicants should:
- Hold (or be near completion of) a Ph.D. in sustainability, public policy, engineering, economics, or a related field.
- Demonstrate research excellence and teaching potential in sustainability and public policy or related areas
- Show a strong commitment to academic life, including continuous improvement of teaching skills and participation in graduate programs (particularly doctoral education).
- Be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda, leading to high-quality publications.
- Secure research grants and participate in interdisciplinary and industry-oriented projects.
- Establish and strengthen national and international research networks.
While Spanish proficiency is not required at the time of application, candidates must be able to teach in Spanish within two years of hiring. Fluency in English is required.
The applicant must demonstrate a strong commitment to academic life. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in participating in graduate programs (especially the doctoral program), and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications. They are expected to secure research grants, generate and participate in interdisciplinary projects leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, and to develop and strengthen national and international research networks.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 15th, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Sustainability and Public Policy” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students.
3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to vacantes-academicas@ing.puc.cl.
Applicants with postdoctoral experience and/or international academic exposure are encouraged to highlight these qualifications in their application.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of Web of Science journal publications (see note C).
b. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Note C:
Please avoid padding the list with other publications, such as those published in journals not indexed in the Web of Science database, conference presentations and alike.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Tomás Reyes, threyes@uc.cl. For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in:
- Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
- University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
Appendix 2.
These initiatives represent academic units, research centers, and networks focused on sustainability, governance, and public policy at UC and its partners:
Name Link Description Instituto para el Desarrollo Sustentable (IDS) https://desarrollosustentable.uc.cl/ Academic unit leading teaching, research, and outreach in sustainability. Instituto Milenio en Socio-Ecología Costera (SECOS) https://socioecologiacostera.cl/ Interdisciplinary research center addressing urgent sustainability challenges in Chile’s coastal socio-ecological systems. Centro de Investigación para la Gestión Integrada del Riesgo de Desastres (CIGIDEN) https://nuevo.cigiden.cl/ Center of excellence that develops science-based strategies to reduce disaster risk and strengthen community resilience. Centro de Desarrollo Urbano Sustentable (CEDEUS) https://www.cedeus.cl/ Research center focused on understanding urban dynamics and promoting sustainable and equitable improvements in city life. International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN) https://international-sustainable-campus-network.org/ Global network of campuses committed to advancing sustainability in higher education institutions. Escuela de Gobierno https://gobierno.uc.cl/ UC School offering graduate programs and continuous education on governance and public policy. Centro de Políticas Públicas UC https://politicaspublicas.uc.cl/ Center fostering interdisciplinary academic research to inform public debate and address Chile’s key societal challenges. CLAPES UC https://clapesuc.cl/ Research center analyzing economic and social policies to promote growth, productivity, employment, and equity in Latin America. -
Faculty position in Marketing Analytics
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Marketing Analytics at the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at the Associate Professor level are also welcome.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in engineering and marketing analytics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling and university administrative tasks. The new position in Marketing Analytics should conduct research in topics such as analytical marketing from either an organizational or consumer-focused perspective. Organizational research could involve applying quantitative models to improve customer experience or satisfaction, as well as studying the evolution of traditional marketing-mix elements. Consumer-focused research may explore customer behavior in omnichannel business models and digital communication environments, including the development of segmentation and targeting strategies. Additionally, the candidate is expected to design or apply predictive and prescriptive models that enhance the theoretical and practical understanding of the marketing discipline.
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in analytical marketing or a closely related field with emphasis on the intersection of analytical marketing, management science, decision science, and data science, at the time of hiring. Due to the nature of our School the applicant will have the opportunity and should be willing to work collaboratively with other Departments in the School of Engineering in areas such as predictive and prescriptive analytics applied to marketing decisions, content recommendation systems, sentiment analysis, dynamic pricing, programmatic advertising, and the use of chatbots and virtual assistants in marketing. Previous postdoctoral or international academic experience should be stated in the application.
Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (specially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach traditional courses in related areas.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d (note A) by November 30th, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select “Faculty position in Marketing Analytics” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students. 3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A:
The applicant will get an email confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree.
iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years).
iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years).
v. Research:
a. List of Web of Science journal publications (see note C).
b. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc.
vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Note C:
Please avoid padding the list with other publications, such as those published in journals not indexed in the Web of Science database, conference presentations and alike.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Tomás Reyes, threyes@uc.cl. For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
For information concerning the benefits for academics of the Faculty of Engineering, please see: https://tinyurl.com/cp8hnnsk.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in: · Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
· University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Selection Committee
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
c. Psychological Interview
d. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.
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Faculty Position in Digital Mining
The School of Engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC), one of the leading engineering academic institutions in Latin America, invites outstanding candidates for a full-time faculty position in the area of Digital Mining at the Department of Mining Engineering. Although this call is initially intended for candidates at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional applications at other levels are also welcome to apply.
Duties
High-quality research and teaching in engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional duties include knowledge transfer, outreach, student counseling, and university administrative tasks. The appointee is expected to develop and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program and teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the UC Mining Engineering program. Supervision of graduate students and service to the department, university, and broader disciplines are also expected. Knowledge of the mine-to-market value chain in mining operations is desirable. Our priority is to enhance current expertise in the mining industry and with the capacity to develop research and teaching in mining, incorporating information and communication technologies, artificial intelligence, automation, data analysis and other advanced digital tools. In particular, it is expected to have experience in the area of mining operations (activities related to the extraction and/or processing of minerals), an area that must incorporate the technologies and methodologies of Digital Mining, which would allow for more efficient, safe and sustainable mining operations.
Requirements
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in engineering sciences or related areas with experience in Digital Mining applied to any of the areas of the mining industry, including but not limited to mining engineering, mining operations, mine planning and design, mineral resource modelling or geometallurgical modelling. Given the collaborative nature of our School, the successful candidate should be enthusiastic about working closely with departments and research groups that align with the focus of this position. Applicants are encouraged to highlight any prior postdoctoral or international academic experiences in their application, showcasing their dedication to advancing their expertise in the field. Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the time of application, but should be prepared to learn the language well enough to teach in Spanish in the short term (two years maximum). Fluency in English is a requirement.
Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of academic life and public good of the institution. They must be highly motivated to continuously improve their teaching skills, have a genuine interest in getting involved with our graduate programs (especially the doctoral program) and be able to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to high quality publications, securing research grants, generating and participating in interdisciplinary projects, leading scientific and industry-liaison initiatives, strengthening and creating national and international academic networks, etc. The selected candidate will also be expected to create new undergraduate and graduate courses and teach traditional courses in related areas.
If selected for the position, foreigners that apply from abroad must obtain the appropriate visa in their country of residence, to join the University faculty.
Application instructions
Applicants should submit their application through the website: https://tinyurl.com/2s3s6e2d by August 31, 2025 (late applications will be considered until the position is filled). Please select Faculty Position in Digital Mining” in the application form and consider that you will be required to provide the following information:
1. A research statement (in English) indicating the immediate and long-term goals of the applicant’s research plan and detailing potential collaboration networks with other researchers and plans for interactions with scientists in Chile and other countries.
2. A teaching statement of purpose (in English) indicating why the applicant should be considered for the position and the plans for teaching. The applicant should be as specific as possible by providing examples of the plan to transfer knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students. 3. An updated curriculum vitae (in English, see note B).
4. If available, copies of five recent Web of Science publications that are relevant to the context of the application (see note C).
5. At least, three letters of recommendation, which must be e-mailed directly by the signatories to facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
Note A: The applicant will get a response from this email address confirming that the documents have been received.
Note B:
The CV must be organized as follows:
i. Personal information: name, address, contact telephone number (with country and city codes), email
address, web page (if any).
ii. Education: all academic and professional degrees, indicating the granting institutions and dates. If the applicant is currently enrolled in a doctoral program, please indicate the expected date for the degree. iii. Educational experience (university or institution, courses taught and years). iv. Professional experience (employer, duties, years). v. Research: a. List of Web of Science journal publications (see note C). b. List of other publications such as reports, books or book chapters, conferences attended, research projects participated in, patents, etc. vi. Other: awards, computer skills, languages, and any other relevant background information.
Note C:
Please avoid padding the list with other publications, such as those published in journals not indexed in the Web of
Science database, conference presentations and alike.
Once the complete set of application materials has been received, the applicant will be contacted within two months after the application deadline and informed whether the application has been accepted for further consideration. If this initial screening is successful, the candidate will be asked to continue the process following the steps described in Appendix 1.
Further information
Additional information can be obtained by emailing the Department Chair, Dr Carlos Marquardt, e-mail cmarquardt@uc.cl. For assistance with the online application form, please send an e-mail to: facultypositions.ing@uc.cl.
EEO/AAP Policy Statement
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and promoting the academic development of women and men.
Other Chilean and University employment benefits may be found in: · Foreign workers in Chile: https://www.dt.gob.cl/portal/1626/w3-article-93693.html
· University rules and regulations: http://direcciondedesarrolloacademico.uc.cl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=286&Itemid=178
All members of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile subscribe the Code of Ethics that can be found in https://www.uc.cl/codigodehonor
Appendix 1. Application steps
1) Interviews/Seminar:
a. Interview with the Dean of the School of Engineering
b. Interview with faculty members of the Department of Mining Engineering
c. Interview with the Selection Committee
d. Psychological Interview
e. Seminar (open to faculty members of the School of Engineering)
The interviews and seminar are generally carried out within a week.
2) Selection of the final candidate by the Department and the Selection Committee
3) Ratification of the selected candidate by the School Council
4) The selected candidate is informed (offer letter)
The time that elapses from the interviews until the final resolution is typically around two months.