Professor, university administrator, and director of the Special Chair in Circular Economy in Public Market Management at the Madrid City Council and Francisco de Vitoria University (UFV).

His academic and research work focuses on social philosophy, sociology and business ethics, and urban planning. Parada has published a series of research papers on these topics. Some of his notable works include studies on the teaching of professional ethics in university studies, social co-responsibility and civic responsibility, and circular economy as an element of sustainability in urban spaces.

Additionally, he has conducted research on austerity policies in the Eurozone and their impact on youth unemployment, the circular transition of the Vallehermoso market through public-private partnerships, and the initiation of students into applied research.