Biomedical Engineering Research Scholar - INSPIRE Platform

Universidade Católica Portuguesa - Porto; Portugal; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Universidade Católica Portuguesa - Porto invites applications for a Research Scholarship within the INSPIRE project in Biomedical Engineering. The role involves literature review, developing β-cell models, and creating ECM-based delivery systems under top supervision in Porto.

The scholarship runs for 12 months starting Dec 1, 2026, with possible renewals up to 34 months to project end. Selection is based on curriculum and experience; candidates must meet admission requirements and language

Qualifications

• Master degree in Biomedical Engineering or related fields.
• Enrollment in a doctoral program (Ph.D.) in Biotechnology - Biomedical Science and Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge/research experience in biomarkers, polymers, and cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Literature review on emerging β-cell therapies.
• Establish human β-cell in vitro model.
• Develop ECM-based particulate system for pancreatic delivery.

Skills

Biomaterials

Polymer chemistry

Cell culture

English communication

Education

Master in Biomedical Engineering or related

Job description

Universidade Católica Portuguesa - Porto invites applications for a Research Scholarship within the INSPIRE project in Biomedical Engineering. The role involves literature review, developing β-cell models, and creating ECM-based delivery systems under top supervision in Porto.

The scholarship runs for 12 months starting Dec 1, 2026, with possible renewals up to 34 months to project end. Selection is based on curriculum and experience; candidates must meet admission requirements and language