Professor-Researcher Bioinformatics Applied to Food

Responsibilities

• Lead research activities to prevent and treat obesity and metabolic diseases within the Healthy Food profile.
• Secure external research funding from national and international sources.
• Publish high-impact research articles as a Principal Investigator in Q1/Q2 journals.
• Serve as an advisor for the institution's graduate programs.
• Dedicate 25% of time to teaching within an academic school at Tecnológico de Monterrey.
• Participate in national and international research networks and events.

Requirements

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field (Biotechnology, Food Science, Nutrition, etc.).
• Clinical or nutritional research experience.
• Substantial publication history in Q1/Q2 journals within the last five years.
• Scopus H-Index of at least 15.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1 level or TOEFL 600).
• SECIHTI SNI membership in Mexico or equivalent international credentials.
• Proven track record in attracting research funds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Outstanding leadership potential and commitment to an innovative research agenda.
• Ability to drive technological development and scientific entrepreneurship.
• Strong communication skills and an extensive professional stakeholder network.
• Proficiency in Spanish.

About the Company

The Obesity Research Institute (IOR) at Tecnológico de Monterrey is dedicated to generating cutting-edge knowledge through scientific rigor to solve obesity and metabolic disease challenges. We foster interdisciplinary research, innovation, and entrepreneurship to improve health and well-being across Mexico and Latin America.