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<div tabindex="-1"> <div> <div dir="auto"> <h3 style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Faculty Position – Institute for Obesity Research (IOR)</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The <strong>Institute for Obesity Research (IOR)</strong> was created to generate cutting-edge knowledge through scientific rigor and analysis, developing ideas and innovative solutions to address the problem of obesity through inter- and transdisciplinary collaboration, and fostering the creation of science-based technological enterprises that improve the health and well-being of individuals and society.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The IOR represents an exciting opportunity for faculty members to develop and lead research activities focused on the <strong>prevention and treatment of obesity and metabolic diseases</strong> in Mexican and Latin American populations, both within Tecnológico de Monterrey and beyond.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">This position emphasizes <strong>the study of pathophysiological mechanisms associated with obesity-related comorbidities.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The institute is composed of five research units:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Healthy Foods</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Bioengineering and Medical Devices</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Integrative Biology</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experimental Medicine and Advanced Therapies</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Public Policy</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The <strong>Institute for Obesity Research</strong> invites ambitious researchers at all career stages to apply for <strong>faculty positions</strong> in any of its research units, with the goal of developing <strong>world-class interdisciplinary research</strong> at Tecnológico de Monterrey.</span></p> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Requirements</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and networking skills, maintain a broad network of collaborators, and show enthusiasm for taking on promising and stimulating challenges.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><em><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">PhD in Immunology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Biophysics, Medicine, or a related field (required).</span></strong></em></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Solid record of publications in high-impact journals (Q1/Q2) over the past five years.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Advanced proficiency in English (CEFR level C1 or equivalent to TOEFL 600). A sufficient level of Spanish is desirable but not mandatory.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Membership in the <strong>National System of Researchers (SNI)</strong> of CONAHCyT in Mexico, or equivalent credentials.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>SNI Level 2</strong> preferred.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proven experience in securing external funding from national or international sources.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Preference will be given to candidates with strong leadership potential and commitment to developing an innovative research agenda that produces scientific impact, technological development, and opportunities for technology-based entrepreneurship.</span></p> </li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Expected Outcomes</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Secure external research funding.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Publish articles in Q1–Q2 journals as principal investigator.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Participate as a thesis advisor in the institution’s graduate programs.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Dedicate 25% of working time to teaching within an academic school corresponding to the candidate’s discipline at Tecnológico de Monterrey.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Engage in national and international research networks and events.</span></p> </li> </ul> <hr> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The <strong>salary is competitive</strong> and commensurate with experience and qualifications. A <strong>comprehensive benefits package</strong> is also provided.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Location:</strong> Monterrey, Mexico</span></p> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">About the IOR</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">As part of its <strong>Vision 2030</strong>, Tecnológico de Monterrey established the <strong>Institute for Obesity Research (IOR)</strong>, with a special focus on <strong>research, innovation, and entrepreneurship</strong>.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Researchers at IOR work across different facilities and campuses within the Tec de Monterrey system, providing a platform for interdisciplinary research and access to laboratories and diverse populations across Mexican states.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and principal investigators (PIs) utilize laboratory and research facilities across campuses, including genomics and metabolomics laboratories, animal facilities, experimental fields and greenhouses, computational resources, and more.</span></p> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">About Tecnológico de Monterrey</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Tecnológico de Monterrey</strong> is a private, non-profit institution with more than <strong>24 campuses</strong> across Mexico. It has over <strong>89,000 students</strong> and <strong>230,000 alumni</strong>.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The university ranks <strong>161st in the world</strong>, <strong>Top 5 in Latin America</strong>, and <strong>Top 30 among private universities worldwide</strong>, according to the <strong>QS World University Rankings</strong>.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The <strong>Times Higher Education World University Rankings</strong> place it <strong>#1 in Mexico</strong> and <strong>#5 in Latin America</strong>.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The university has been <strong>accredited since 1953</strong> by the <strong>Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)</strong> in the United States.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">For more information about Tecnológico de Monterrey, visit: <a href="https://www.tec.mx/en" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.tec.mx/en</a></span></p> <hr> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">At <strong>Tecnológico de Monterrey</strong>, we act under the principle of <strong>equal opportunity</strong>.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We do not discriminate based on age, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, social or health condition, religious beliefs, political ideology, or disability</span></p> <hr> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Apply at:</strong> <a href="https://jobs.tec.mx/" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://jobs.tec.mx/</a></span></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> </div> </div> </div> <div> </div>