Complutense University of Madrid invites applications for a Lecturer (Profesor Permanente Laboral) position in Prehistory at its Faculty of Geography and History in Madrid, Spain. The university has opened this permanent faculty role within the Department of Prehistory, Ancient History and Archaeology for scholars working in prehistoric research.
The successful candidate will teach Prehistory I and carry out research focused on the Middle and Upper Palaeolithic. The role combines teaching responsibilities with research in Middle and Upper Palaeolithic studies within the department.
Applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field. Candidates who earned their degree outside Spain need to provide official recognition of degree equivalence in Spain, where required. The university also requires a positive academic evaluation from the appropriate Spanish accreditation body or a recognised equivalent agency.
Candidates must demonstrate excellent Spanish language skills to support teaching responsibilities. The position follows university faculty salary norms and requires a full-time commitment of 37.5 hours per week. Interested applicants should submit their applications by 28 May 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Madrid).
Position Details
- Position: Lecturer (Profesor Permanente Laboral)
- Institution: Universidad Complutense de Madrid (Complutense University of Madrid), Spain
- Department: Department of Prehistory, Ancient History and Archaeology
- Research Discipline: Prehistory
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Job Type: Faculty / Lecturer
- Contract Duration: Permanent
- Start Date: Not specified
- Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Salary/Funding: As per university faculty salary norms
- Required Qualification: PhD or equivalent
Research Area
- Prehistory
- Middle Palaeolithic
- Upper Palaeolithic
Eligibility/Qualifications
- Hold a PhD degree or equivalent qualification
- Hold official recognition of degree equivalence in Spain for foreign qualifications, where applicable
- Receive a positive evaluation from the Spanish academic accreditation agencies or recognised equivalent bodies
- Demonstrate excellent Spanish language proficiency for teaching duties
- Meet eligibility requirements for public academic employment in Spain
- Submit a declaration confirming compliance with participation requirements
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver teaching activities related to Prehistory I
- Conduct research in Middle and Upper Palaeolithic studies
- Contribute to departmental academic activities in Prehistory
- Support teaching within the Faculty of Geography and History
- Engage in research aligned with the advertised academic profile
- Fulfil responsibilities associated with a permanent lecturer position
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit their applications through the official university platform before the closing deadline. Candidates must ensure they meet all academic and language requirements at the time of application and appointment.
Required documents include:
- Completed application form
- PhD degree certificate or equivalent qualification
- Degree equivalency credential for foreign qualifications (if applicable)
- Accreditation or positive academic evaluation documentation
- Declaration of eligibility requirements
- Supporting academic records as requested by the institution
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 13 May 2026
- Application Deadline: 28 May 2026 – 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
- Interview Period: Not specified
- Expected Start Date: Not specified
Applications are open for a limited period, and eligible candidates should apply before the closing deadline.
Other Information
Complutense University of Madrid is one of Spain’s leading public universities, known for its long academic tradition and strong focus on humanities and research. Based in Madrid, it brings together teaching and scholarship across a wide range of disciplines, including history and archaeology, within an active and internationally engaged academic environment. The university supports research and academic development through its faculties and departments, encouraging collaboration across established scholarly fields.
The Department of Prehistory, Ancient History and Archaeology plays a central role in advancing teaching and research in prehistoric and archaeological studies. This Lecturer position in Prehistory involves teaching Prehistory I while contributing to research focused on the Middle and Upper Palaeolithic, offering an opportunity to work within one of Spain’s most established academic environments for historical and archaeological research.
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