The URV awards the badges of the María Goyri program to the new

The Paranimf of the Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) has been the setting for an event that marks a before and after for the young faculty of the university. On June 5, 26 researchers received the badges of the María Goyri program, a recognition that highlights their incorporation and stabilization within the public university system.

It is a step that reflects the fight against the difficult years experienced by academic generational renewal, especially relevant in the province of Tarragona, where the URV plays a key role in consolidating local and international talent.

The María Goyri program and its implementation in Tarragona

Origin and objectives of the program

The María Goyri program, the result of an agreement between the Generalitat of Catalonia and the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, seeks to incorporate and stabilize teaching and research talent in public universities. It was launched in 2024 at the national level, with 5,636 places distributed between the State and the autonomous communities.

Specifically, Catalonia has received 168 places, of which 112 are for the Universitat Rovira i Virgili. Of these, 68 initial places were delivered at the recent event, demonstrating a commitment to the academic future in Tarragona.

The importance for URV and the territory

Josep Font, Vice-Rector of Staff and Teaching Researcher, highlighted the importance of these incorporations after years of difficulties. The URV represents a knowledge engine in Tarragona, and its ability to attract and retain talent is key for the province.

The program promotes that the URV can maintain a stable staff with growth potential, which directly impacts the teaching and research quality of the region.

The delivery ceremony in Tarragona: details and interventions

The protagonists: the new assistant professors

At the ceremony, 26 researchers from different departments personally received their badges. This gesture symbolizes their official and recognized entry into the university structure.

Antoni Brosa, representative of the assistant professors, emphasized the path traveled during the past year and the important institutional support received. He stressed that “these steps may seem modest from the outside, but they allow for the continuation of the feeling of learning and growth inherent to our work.”

URV’s commitment to the future

Rector Josep Pallarès closed the event with a clear message: the URV stands alongside these new incorporations to facilitate their growth and preparation for future accreditations and consolidated positions.

He underlined that “we all know the challenges you face, which is why we are here to help you. We are here for the future, not only yours but for the university’s future.” A commitment that makes Tarragona feel it has a university project with a long-term vision.

Impact and expectations for the academic community and the province

Generational renewal and stability

The arrival of new assistant professors with this recognition represents a breath of fresh air for the URV and the academic community in Tarragona. After years where generational renewal has been a latent problem, the María Goyri program is a boost to maintain teaching and research quality.

This also benefits knowledge transfer and local innovation, aspects that directly impact the economy and society of Tarragona.

The immediate future of URV and the province

With this move, the Universitat Rovira i Virgili positions itself to continue being a reference in Catalonia, especially in the province of Tarragona. The consolidation of assistant professors guarantees that talent not only arrives but stays and grows.

This stability is key to facing future challenges in teaching and research with guarantees, keeping the URV as an indispensable cultural and scientific engine.

The province thus gains strength in the university field, with a clear commitment to the renewal and growth of an academic community that never ceases to amaze.

The reality is that Tarragona can look with optimism on this new chapter of its university, where youth and talent come together to make a difference.

Source of the article: Universitat Rovira i Virgili