Geotechnical Research Grant — Floating Wind Mooring Tech

Euraxess; Porto; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

FEUP Department Human Resources Division invites applications for a 1 Research Grant Announcement (M/F) within the TAILWIND project. The position focuses on Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis and offers a 3‑month grant starting January 2027 in Porto, Portugal.

The chosen candidate will conduct cyclic triaxial tests, assess liquefaction/erosion effects, and contribute to publications and reports under supervision by FEUP faculty.

Qualifications

• Be a student enrolled in a doctoral program in Civil Engineering (proof at signing).
• Holder of an academic degree enrolled in a non-academic degree course in association with R&D units (proof at signing).
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering must be held.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cyclic triaxial tests (multidirectional cyclic loading).
• Evaluate potential liquefaction and erosion effects.
• Draft scientific articles and reports.

Skills

Geotechnical tests

Cyclic triaxial tests

Education

Master in Civil Engineering

Doctoral program enrollment in Civil Engineering

Job description

FEUP Department Human Resources Division invites applications for a 1 Research Grant Announcement (M/F) within the TAILWIND project. The position focuses on Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis and offers a 3‑month grant starting January 2027 in Porto, Portugal.

The chosen candidate will conduct cyclic triaxial tests, assess liquefaction/erosion effects, and contribute to publications and reports under supervision by FEUP faculty.