The Community of Madrid is set to approve the María Goyri Program, which aims to hire and stabilize 1,091 assistant professors across six public universities.
Despite criticism from regional officials, who label the agreement as a "cacicada" or imposition by the national government, the program will proceed.
The Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities will cover 60% of the salaries for six years, while the Community will fund the remaining 40%.
This initiative seeks to address the high rate of temporary employment in Spanish public universities, which stands at nearly 50%.
The agreement has been accepted by all other autonomous communities, but Madrid initially resisted, citing concerns over financial commitments and autonomy.
However, following pressure from university rectors and the ministry, Madrid has agreed to the terms, ensuring the stabilization of these academic positions.
