Postdoctoral Programs

POSTDOCTORAL DEPARTMENT

The Postdoctoral Department focuses its activities on strategic research areas of Universidad UTE. The portfolio of programs and research lines will progressively expand in accordance with institutional planning.

Postdoctoral Program in Public Health

A program focused on the development of scientific research in the field of public health and its various areas of knowledge, promoting the generation of evidence, the analysis of health issues, and the development of proposals that contribute to the well-being and quality of life of populations.

The Public Health research line addresses population-level health challenges. It focuses on disease prevention, health promotion, and overall well-being. Intervention strategies, health policies, and social determinants will be explored to improve health and reduce health inequalities.

Postdoctoral Program in Architecture and Urban Planning

A program focused on the development of scientific research in architecture and urban planning, addressing various issues related to habitat, the built environment, cities and their transformation processes, as well as the development of innovative proposals that contribute to sustainable development and quality of life.

This research line adopts an interdisciplinary approach combining theory and practice to address challenges related to the design of habitable spaces, urban planning, and artistic expression. Architecture and urban planning are grounded in theories of territorial development, sustainability, and habitability, while construction incorporates technological innovation and efficient use of materials. Visual arts contribute an aesthetic, symbolic, and critical dimension that enriches cultural and social processes. Together, this research line promotes the creation of sustainable, inclusive, and culturally meaningful environments.

Frequently asked questions

It is a period of advanced academic research for professionals who have obtained a Doctoral degree (Ph.D.), aimed at strengthening, consolidating, and expanding their scientific careers.
No. A postdoctoral program is an advanced research experience and does not lead to the award of a new academic degree.
Professionals holding a Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) who meet the requirements established in the corresponding call.
The duration is 24 months, according to the conditions established for the program.
The process includes an eligibility review, academic evaluation of the applicant's track record and research proposal, an interview, and the corresponding decision in accordance with the institutional procedure.
The Department currently offers programs in Public Health and Architecture and Urban Planning, in accordance with current institutional planning.