Josep Fargas Fernandez

Josep Fargas Fernandez is an Associate Professor of Labor and Social Security Law at Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona, serving as Academic Director. He holds a doctorate and previously worked at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), where he earned a Law degree and postgraduate Magister in Comparative Law. His career includes roles as a collaboration fellow and MEC-FPU fellow at UAB, followed by technical-legal service work there before joining UPF in 1991.

Research Interests: Focuses on intersections of labor law, social security systems, and social policy. Key themes include pensioner employment rights, guaranteed minimum income policies, and trade union advocacy in socio-legal contexts. His work bridges comparative legal frameworks and practical policy implementation.

Publications: Recent articles address Spain’s social security legal structures, post-retirement self-employment compatibility, and trade unions’ roles in socio-economic welfare initiatives. These contributions highlight his expertise in legal analysis and socio-economic policy.

Awards: Recipient of the prestigious MEC-FPU fellowship during his academic development.