Research Professor at the Institute for Obesity Research (IOR)

The Institute for Obesity Research (https://tec.mx/en/institute-obesity-research) was established to generate forefront knowledge through scientific rigor and analysis, developing ideas and innovative solutions to the problem of obesity through inter- and trans-disciplinary work and creating scientific-technological companies to improve the health and well-being of people and society.

The IOR presents an exciting opportunity for junior and senior professors to develop and lead research activities to prevent and treat obesity and metabolic diseases in Mexican and Latin American populations within Tecnologico de Monterrey and beyond. The Institute comprises five units: Healthy Foods, Bioengineering and Medical Devices, Integrative Biology, Experimental Medicine, and Public Policy.  

The Integrative Biology Unit (IBU, https://tec.mx/en/institute-obesity-research/integrative-biology-unit ) aims to generate functional knowledge and cutting-edge technologies for diagnosing, preventing, and treating metabolic diseases and obesity by integrating a large, diverse amount of experimental data on individuals, populations, and their environments.
 

The IBU comprises a multidisciplinary team of professors looking to understand the disease factors and integrate them for a global and deep comprehension of metabolic disorders. Managing massive data and translating it into scientific knowledge is the challenge undertaken by us, with the vision of translating it into new diagnoses, therapies, and preventive elements that reduce the rates of obesity and other metabolic diseases in the Mexican and Latin American populations.
 

The IBU invites ambitious researchers of all seniorities to apply for professor positions to develop world-class interdisciplinary research at the Institute for Obesity Research.
 

Requirements:
The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership skills, scientific appreciation and sensitivity, communication and networking skills, a vast network of stakeholders, and a passion for embracing our dream to carry out promising and exciting challenges.

● Must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition, or related areas.
● Experience in research projects in one or more areas: Endocrinology, Nutrition, Metabolism, Systems in Biology, Computational Biology, and Functional Genomics
● A substantial publication record in high-impact journals (Q1/Q2) for the last five years
● Advanced level in English language proficiency: CEFR level B2 or 550 TOEFL points, although
preference will be given to CEFR level C1 or TOEFL 600 points. A sufficient level of Spanish
proficiency is desirable but not required.
● Member of the National System of CONACyT Researchers in Mexico or equivalent credentials.

● Preference will be given to persons with outstanding leadership potential and commitment to
developing an exciting and innovative research agenda to produce high scientific impact, technology
development, or opportunities to establish technology-based entrepreneurship.

Expected results:
● Secure external research funds.
● Publication of articles in Q1-Q2 journals as PI ● Participation as an advisor in the graduate programs of the Institution.
● Teaching 25% of their time in an academic school of the candidate’s discipline at Tec de Monterrey.
● Participation in national and international research networks and events.
The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits
package is provided as well.
 

Locations: Monterrey, Ciudad de México, Guadalajara, Querétaro in México.
 

About IOR
 

As part of its 2030 Vision, Tecnologico de Monterrey established the Institute for Obesity Research, with particular emphasis on Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, to serve as a leading global institute for knowledge creation, dissemination, and application, on educational innovation in higher education and lifelong learning.
 

Researchers in IOR work in different facilities and campuses within Tec de Monterrey System, which provides a platform for interdisciplinary research and access to research labs and diverse populations among Mexican States. Graduate students, postdocs, and PIs use the laboratory and research facilities across campuses, including genomics, metabolomics labs, animal facilities, experimental fields and greenhouses,
computational resources, etc.
 

About Tecnologico de Monterrey
 

Tecnologico de Monterrey is a private, not-for-profit institution with over 24 campuses in Mexico. It has more than 89,000 students and 230,000 alums. Our university is 161st in the world, one of the Top 5 in Latin America, and Top 30 of the private universities in the world, according to the QS World University Ranking. The Times Higher Education World University Ranking considers it #1 in Mexico and #5 in Latin America. Our university has been accredited since 1953 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of the United States. For more information about Tecnologico de Monterrey, please visit: https://www.tec.mx/en
 

Application process:

Email cover letter, CV, research interests at IBU & IOR, and three letters of reference emphasizing the
candidate’s independence level to Martha J. Navarro (mcayon@tec.mx)