Recruitment Procedure For A Research Initiation Grant Holder In Computer Sciences – Research Unit In

Universidade Europeia; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 7,300 - 8,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend €701.12

Insurance included

Job summary

A Universidade Europeia, através do IADE Design-Tech Nexus Lab, abre uma Bolsa de Iniciação em Investigação para licenciados que estejam inscritos num mestrado. O subsídio mensal é de 701,12 €, com seguro de acidentes e, quando cabível, reembolso de contribuições para o SSV, sob regime de dedicação exclusiva.

O concurso avalia por Curricular 70% e Entrevista 30%, com prazos e procedimentos conforme regulamento FCT. Candidaturas até 19 de outubro de 2026, 17:00 (Lisboa).

Qualifications

• Bacharelado comprovado em área relevante; mestrado em curso é requisito.
• Desejável experiência prática em tecnologia criativa, IoT e desenvolvimento de software.
• Competência em inglês falado e escrito.

Skills

IoT development

Prototyping

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Enrolled in Master's programme

Job description

Organisation/Company Universidade Europeia Department IADE Research Field Computer science Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Bachelor Positions Application Deadline 19 Oct 2026 - 17:00 (Europe/Lisbon) Country Portugal Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 15 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description Grant : Research Initiation Grant (BII) for a Bachelor's degree holder enrolled in a Master's programme

Reference : DTN.LAB26

Scientific Area : Computer Science

Scientific sub-area : Computer Science

Summary : This open call will provide an FCT Research Initiation Grant to a Master's student within the scope of the Design-Tech Nexus Lab.

DTN.Lab operates at the intersection of engineering, computer science, technology, art and design, with the main goal of developing ethical, fair and responsible technological solutions. Its core mission is to respond to pressing challenges of the digital era while simultaneously promoting human dignity, protecting natural and built heritage, supporting democracy and fostering peace. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the lab is dedicated to creating innovative technologies with a positive impact on society, prioritising solutions that contribute to a prosperous future for humankind. DTN.Lab collaborates with industry leaders, research institutions and technology developers, adopting frameworks such as human-centred design, responsible innovation and sustainable development, to ensure that its results promote social good and respect the environment.

Funding:

(UNIDCOM/IADE), DOI 10.54499/UID/00711/2025 ( https://doi.Org/10.54499/UID/00711/2025

Requirements

Research Field Computer science Other Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Applicants with technical skills in digital manufacturing laboratories (3D printing, CNC, and other prototyping equipment) will also be preferred, as well as experience using and supporting the management of these spaces. The candidate must also demonstrate software development capabilities in the area of IoT, including programming and integration of devices and systems.

Specific Requirements

Applicants need to hold a Bachelor's degree, have to be enrolled in a Master's programme, and have good command of English (spoken and written). Applicants with practical or research experience in Creative Technology, within the scope of scientific research activities in the areas of IoT and Design, are preferred.

Research Field Computer science Other Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

Monthly maintenance allowance: The monthly maintenance allowance is €701.12, corresponding to the amount established for this type of grant in the FCT table in force, and will be paid monthly by bank transfer. The grant also includes personal accident insurance and, where applicable and at the grant holder's option, reimbursement of contributions to the Voluntary Social Security (SSV) scheme at the first contribution bracket, under the applicable rules.

The fellowship will be carried out under the exclusive-dedication regime established by the Portuguese Research Fellowship Holder Statute and the FCT, I.P. Research Grants Regulation, without prejudice to the exceptions permitted by the applicable legislation.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants need to hold a Bachelor's degree, have to be enrolled in a Master's programme, and have good command of English (spoken and written). Applicants with practical or research experience in Creative Technology, within the scope of scientific research activities in the areas of IoT and Design.

Selection Process

Selection methods : Candidates will be selected based on Curricular Assessment (CA, 70%) and an Interview (INT, 30%), considering the eligibility requirements set out in this notice. Given the objectives and specific nature of the research work to be developed, parameters will be assessed on a scale from 0 (zero) to 20 (twenty).

Scoring Criteria

• a) Academic Qualifications (AQ): Bachelor's final grade and grades in subjects related to the activities to be developed, taken during the Bachelor's programme or the taught component of the Master's programme - 35%.
• b) Experience (E): Research experience, namely in software development in the area of IoT, including programming and integration of devices and systems - 20%.
• c) Preferred Factors (PF): Practical or research experience in Creative Technology within scientific research activities in IoT and Design; technical skills in digital fabrication laboratories (3D printing, CNC, other prototyping equipment), as well as experience using and supporting the management of these spaces - 15%.
• d) Interview: Motivation to conduct research in the themes of the project - 30%.

Composition of the Selection Jury

In the case of academic degrees obtained from foreign higher education institutions, recognition of the degree is required, in accordance with Decree-Law No. 66/2018 of 16 August or, if recognition has not yet been obtained at the time of application, a declaration on honour that recognition will be obtained before the grant contract is formalised, should the applicant be selected. In any case, degree recognition must be presented by the time the grant is formalised.

The call will be open for 10 working days, counted immediately after the date of publication of this notice on the EURAXESS Portal.

Publication and notification of results : The final results of the evaluation will be published in the form of a list ordered by final score obtained, and communicated to all candidates by email, in accordance with the FCT, I.P. Research Grants Regulation. The minutes of the selection process will be made available for public consultation.

After communication of the provisional results list, candidates have 10 working days to submit comments, if they so wish, under the prior hearing of interested parties, pursuant to Article 121 and following of the Portuguese Administrative Procedure Code. The final decision will be taken within a maximum of 60 working days after the conclusion of the prior hearing period or public consultation.

An administrative complaint may be lodged against the final decision within 15 working days, or an appeal may be submitted to the highest executive body of the funding entity within 30 working days, in both cases after notification.

If none of the candidates meets the criteria and/or the needs of the research project in question, the host institution reserves the right not to enter into a contract with any candidate.

Additional Comments

Applicable Legislation and Regulations

The grant is governed by the Portuguese Research Fellowship Holder Statute and by the FCT, I.P. Research Grants Regulation, in its consolidated version, including the amendments approved by the Board of Directors of FCT, I.P. on 10 December 2025 and in force from 25 December 2025, except for Article 13-A, whose effects are retroactive to March 2025. The consolidated regulation is available at:

FCT Research Grants Regulation - consolidated version

The call will remain open for 10 working days, counted from the working day immediately following publication of this notice on the EURAXESS Portal.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Access Policy

UNIDCOM and IADE - Universidade Europeia promote non-discrimination and equal access. No applicant may be privileged, benefited, disadvantaged or deprived of any right, or exempted from any duty, on grounds of ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family situation, economic situation, education, social origin or condition, genetic heritage, reduced working capacity, disability, chronic illness, nationality, ethnic origin or race, territory of origin, language, religion, political or ideological convictions, or trade union membership.

This call complies with the applicable Portuguese legislation and institutional regulations governing research grants.

Recruitment Procedure For A Research Initiation Grant Holder In Computer Sciences – Research Unit In Lisbon, Portuguese Republic, PT