Summary
The University of O’Higgins is inviting applications for 16 postdoctoral research positions across various institutes. This opportunity is aimed at fostering excellence in research and contributing to the social and cultural development of the Region del Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins.
Postdoctoral Research Positions at the University of O’Higgins, Chile
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Table of Available Positions
| Institute | Positions Available |
|---|---|
| Institute of Social Sciences | 3 |
| Institute of Educational Sciences | 3 |
| Institute of Engineering Sciences | 3 |
| Institute of Agro-alimentary, Animal and Environmental Sciences | 2 |
| Institute of Health Sciences | 2 |
| Strategic Research Lines | 3 |
Research Areas
- Institute of Social Sciences
- Socio-environmental conflicts and climate change challenges
- Citizenship, security, and violence
- Governance and public management
- Socio-territorial inequality
- Biopsychosocial behavior conditions
- Institute of Educational Sciences
- Public Policies and Education
- Intersectionality, diversity, and inclusion in education
- Early childhood development
- Institute of Agro-alimentary Sciences
- Food processing and quality analysis
- One Health approach
- Ecological disease management
- Institute of Health Sciences
- Clinical applied research
- Public health and epidemiology
- Institute of Engineering Sciences
- Computational Biology and Biotechnology
- Electrical Engineering and Intelligent Systems
Location
University of O’Higgins, Chile
Eligibility/Qualification
- Ph.D. degree obtained between August 1, 2021, and application closing date.
- Research potential demonstrated through publications and project participation.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty members in the respective institute.
- Adequate Spanish proficiency for undergraduate teaching.
- For international applicants, valid residency or work permit in Chile.
Job Description
Selected candidates will engage in cutting-edge research, with responsibilities including:
- Leading postdoctoral research projects.
- Teaching undergraduate courses.
- Contributing to local community engagement projects.
- Working collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams.
- Participation in grant applications for research funding.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in PDF format:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae.
- Certificates of degrees.
- Research plan outlining the focus and methodology.
- Cover letter identifying research interests and potential collaborators.
- Additional documents as applicable (e.g., birth certificates for child extensions).
Submit applications through the official platform here.
Last Date to Apply
June 14, 2026, at 23:59 hours (local time).
For inquiries, please contact: concurso.postdoc@uoh.cl (until May 28, 2026).
