Assistant Professor in Geology and Geoconservation
Recruitment of an adjunct assistant professor specializing in geoconservation applied to education.
Best for:Best for geology and geoconservation PhD holders seeking a permanent academic teaching career in higher education.
Overview
The Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo invites applications for a permanent Assistant Professor position within the Disciplinary Group of Education and Teacher Training, focusing on geology and geoconservation applied to education. The successful candidate will engage in teaching, curriculum delivery, and academic service within the institution. The appointment is structured as a permanent public service employment contract featuring a five-year probationary period. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant doctoral degree and demonstrate a strong commitment to higher education teaching and research.
What you'll do
- Deliver lectures and conduct practical classes in the disciplinary area of geology and geoconservation applied to education
- Participate in the design and updating of curriculum and teaching materials for education and teacher training programs
- Supervise student projects, internships, and academic assignments
- Engage in institutional governance, departmental meetings, and academic service
- Contribute to research and scholarly activities related to geoconservation and educational sciences
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent in Geology, Education, or a related field
Language: Portuguese; proficiency appropriate for teaching and academic administration
Instruction: Portuguese
Publications: Not specified
- Demonstrated expertise in geology and geoconservation
- Background in educational sciences or teacher training
- Capability to teach effectively at the higher education level
- Research profile appropriate for an early-stage academic appointment
- Hold a PhD or equivalent degree
- Meet all legal requirements for recruitment under Portuguese public higher education employment regulations
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-25 (Europe/Lisbon)
Interested candidates must submit their application documentation through the official institutional portal or via the provided external link before the deadline. Ensure all required administrative and academic forms are fully completed and uploaded as specified in the recruitment notice.
- CV
- PhD certificate
- Application form
Contact
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