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Research Productivity Bonus: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn how university professors and researchers in Spain can receive salary supplements based on their research output over a six-year period.

This scheme provides a salary supplement to academic professionals based on the quality and volume of their research conducted over a six-year period.

Who it's for

This bonus is available to university professors and permanent researchers working within the academic system.

What you get

You receive a supplement added to your salary. This extra payment is determined by the research output you have produced during a specific six-year cycle.

What it costs you

To receive the bonus, you must put together and submit a portfolio. This portfolio must highlight your best publications to demonstrate your research productivity.

The catch to know

The requirements and criteria for the bonus can change frequently. The evaluation places a heavy emphasis on whether your work is published in high-impact journals.

How to apply

  1. Gather your most significant research publications from the last six years.
  2. Prepare a formal portfolio showcasing your best work.
  3. Follow the official submission guidelines provided by the issuing body.
  4. Monitor official updates to ensure you meet the most current evaluation criteria.