Faculty Position – Institute for Obesity Research (IOR)

The Institute for Obesity Research (IOR) 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.

The IOR represents an exciting opportunity for faculty members to develop and lead research activities focused on the prevention and treatment of obesity and metabolic diseases in Mexican and Latin American populations, both within Tecnológico de Monterrey and beyond.

This position emphasizes the study of pathophysiological mechanisms associated with obesity-related comorbidities.

The institute is composed of five research units:

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Healthy Foods

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Bioengineering and Medical Devices

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Integrative Biology

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Experimental Medicine and Advanced Therapies

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Public Policy





The Institute for Obesity Research invites ambitious researchers at all career stages to apply for faculty positions in any of its research units, with the goal of developing world-class interdisciplinary research at Tecnológico de Monterrey.

Requirements

The idóneo 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.

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PhD in Immunology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Biophysics, Medicine, or a related field (required).

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Solid record of publications in high-impact journals (Q1/Q2) over the past five years.

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Advanced proficiency in English (CEFR level C1 or equivalent to TOEFL 600). A sufficient level of Spanish is desirable but not mandatory.

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Membership in the National System of Researchers (SNI) of CONAHCyT in Mexico, or equivalent credentials.

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SNI Level 2 preferred.

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Proven experience in securing ex

📌 Faculty Position (Monterrey)
🏢 Tecnológico de Monterrey
📍 Monterrey