Doctorate Researcher

Inesc Tec; Viseu; Presencial; EUR 30 000 - 35 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Multicultural environment

International projects

Research mentoring

Conferences participation

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Hotel discounts

Transportation discounts

Resumo da oferta

INESC TEC invites applications for a doctoral research position in Maritime Infrastructures, based in Portugal. The candidate should hold a PhD in Civil/Mechanical/Naval/Ocean Engineering or related fields, with a strong track record in dynamic modelling of floating structures and metocean analysis.

Excellent programming skills in Python, Matlab or R are required. The role offers exposure to international projects, mentoring from leading researchers, and participation in conferences and

Qualificações

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related scientific fields.
• Experience in dynamic modelling of floating structures using OrcaFlex/OrcaWave.
• Experience in metocean analysis and experimental hydrodynamics.

Conhecimentos

Python

Matlab

R

Data analysis

Numerical modelling

Formação académica

PhD in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related fields

Ferramentas

OrcaFlex

OrcaWave

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Maritime Infrastructures

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications

PhD in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related scientific fields, with a scientific and professional curriculum suitable for the duties to be performed, may apply.

Experience in dynamic modelling of floating structures using software such as OrcaFlex or OrcaWave, in experimental hydrodynamic testing in wave tanks, in metocean analysis, and in Submarine Cable Engineering.

Preference factors

• Previous experience in international research projects.
• Experience in collaboration and interaction with the Offshore Wind and marine renewable energy industry.
• Experimental skills in hydrodynamic testing in wave tanks, instrumentation, and calibration.
• Experience in metocean analysis applied to offshore wind and ocean energy projects.
• Experience in subsea cable engineering and route optimisation (subsea cable routing).
• Advanced use of offshore simulation and floating structure dynamics software, namely OrcaFlex and OrcaWave.
• Programming skills (Python, Matlab, R) applied to numerical modelling and data analysis.

In accordance with article 15 of the RJEC and article 2 of Regulatory Decree no. 11-A/2017, of 29 December, the gross monthly base remuneration to be awarded is based on remuneration level 2 of the Investigador Júnior category of the Public Scientific Research Career Statute, with INESC TEC applying its own remuneration table for R&D doctoral employees, with a value of €2782.63 for the equivalent category.

Application Period

Since 02 Jan 2026 to 15 Jan 2026

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment – A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.
• International projects – The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.
• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.
• Self Improvement – The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.
• Other Benefits and Perks
• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Research
• Research Services