There is an open call for one (1) Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of project EURO-3C. This work is supported by the European Comission.
Scientific Area:
Networks and Services
Group:
Telecommunications and Networking – Av
Admission Requirements:
Research Grants (BI):
Are intended for carrying out R&D activities by students enrolled in a doctoral program, aiming to consolidate their scientific training through the development of research work leading to the respective academic degree, whether or not integrated into R&D projects.
Are intended for carrying out R&D activities by master's degree holders who are enrolled in non-degree courses that are part of the educational programme of a higher education institution, developed in association or cooperation with one or more R&D units.
Senior PhD student on thesis writing stage as minimum qualification. The grant is maximized because there will be the need for spending periods abroad, mostly in Spain. Expertise in telecommunications software, and in testing procedures.
Work Objectives:
The work to be performed is: a) support the activities of the EURO-3C projects b) produce relevant documentation c) develop scientific contributions as relevant d) coordinate internal works and students associated with the project.
Applicable legislation:
A fellowship will be celebrated according to the regulations defined by FCT, “Regulation of Instituto de Telecomunicações’ fellowships” and “Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação”, according to Law no. 123/2019, dated August 28 (Status of Scientific Research Fellow), in its actual redaction, and also by Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia, I.P. Fellowship Regulation of Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia. For direct access to the FCT RBI go to the following link https://www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/regulamento.phtml.pt (Reg. 950/2019, published in the DR of 16 December).
Place of work:
The work will be developed at the premises of Instituto de Telecomunicações at University of Aveiro, under the supervision of Prof. Rui Luís Andrade Aguiar.
Duration:
6 months, with the possibility of renewal. This type of scholarship has a maximum duration of 4 years. Start date: September 2026 or soon thereafter.
Monthly salary:
1,359.64€ according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal (www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/valores ), with an increase of 1,215.36€. The payment will be made by bank transfer.
Selection criteria:
- C1 (30%)
Seniority of the researcher, measured as experience post-doc or proximity to its conclusion
- C2 (40%)
Experience in previous demonstration and testing projects
- C3 (30%)
On overall software technologies relevant to EURO-3C activities
Candidates may be interviewed for clarification of any aspect related to the above criteria
Each criteria, and the final classification F will be evaluated in a scale (0-20). The candidates will be ordered according to:
F = C1 x 30% + C2 x 40% + C3 x 30%
In case of a tie, the tied candidates will be ordered according to C1, then C2...
The Jury has the right to not admit any of the candidates that applied for this position whenever they consider that no candidate meets the minimum requirements for the position.
Jury:
- Prof. Rui Luís Andrade Aguiar, Universidade de Aveiro (President of the jury)
- Prof. Diogo Nuno Pereira Gomes, Universidade de Aveiro
- Prof. Mário Luís Pinto Antunes, Instituto de Telecomunicacoes Aveiro
- Prof. Daniel Nunes Corujo, Universidade de Aveiro (Substitute)
Communication of the results:
The selected candidates will be notified by email.
Required Documents:
Motivation letter explaining the interest in the position;
Detailed Curriculum Vitae with transcripts;
Degree certificate (if applicable);
Proof of enrollment in a higher education course or declaration of intention to enroll in a study cycle leading to an academic degree or in a course that does not confer an academic degree. *
NOTE: Proof of enrollment, issued by the higher education institution in a study cycle leading to the award of an academic degree or in a non-degree course, must be submitted by the time of contract signing.
Apply online clicking on the “Apply Now” button in this form.
After the notification of the results, candidates have 10 working days if they wish to contest the decision.
E-mail submissions will not be considered. (The cover letter and the CV are mandatory documents in the online application platform)
NOTICE: Degrees obtained abroad are recognized by a Portuguese higher education institution under the terms of Decree-Law No. 66/2018, of August 16 and Ordinance No. 33/2019, of January 25. More information at: https://www.dges.gov.pt/pt/pagina/reconhecimento?plid=374
All the selection process is conducted through the IT web portal. No actions outside this platform are valid.
Application Period:
18-06-2026 to 02-07-2026
