Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) - BI/ Nº2026/00092

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Offer Description: Summary: There is an open call for one (1) Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of project INSTANT. This project is funded by the European Commission through the MSCA-RISE program (101236387). Scientific Area: Wireless Communications Group: Mobile Systems - Av Work Objectives: Energy-efficient wireless power transfer system using RIS-enabled beamforming and optimized power management algorithms to ensure sustainable monitoring. Specific tasks include: i) Develop a RIS-enabled SWIPT (Simultaneous Wireless Information and Power Transfer) architecture for landslide-prone regions. ii) RIS-enabled beamforming and optimized power management algorithms to ensure sustainable monitoring. iii) Implementation, simulation, and performance evaluation of system for landslide monitoring and prediction. Place of work: The work will be developed at the premises of Instituto de Telecomunicações at University of Aveiro, under the supervision of Prof. Jonathan Rodriguez Gonzalez. Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of renewal. Start date: November 2026 or soon thereafter. 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: The proof of enrollment in a study cycle leading to an academic degree or in a course not conferring an academic degree must be made until the contract is signed. Apply online clicking on the “Apply Now” button in this form https://www.it.pt/Positions/OtherResearchPosition/8412 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 Requirements: Research Field Engineering » Electrical engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent Specific Requirements Research grants are intended: for students enrolled in a degree-conferring course to carry out R&D activities with the aim to consolidate their scientific training through the development of research work leading to the attainment of the respective academic degree or completion of the course (integrated or not in R&D projects). for students enrolled in courses that do not confer an academic degree but which are integrated in an educational project of a higher education institution and are developed in association or cooperation with one or several R&D units. Additional Information: Benefits Monthly salary: 1359.64€ according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal ( https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM-2026.pdf ). The payment will be made by bank transfer. Eligibility criteria Candidates are expected to have a master’s degree in electronic and electrical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or any other relevant subject. Specific skillsets include competence on programming languages such as Python/Matlab/C++, and knowledge-based skills on Electrical and Mechanical Systems. Priority would be given to candidates that possess relevant industry experience. Selection process Selection criteria: Curricular evaluation (100%) - the evaluation of the application will focus on the i) overall merit of the curriculum vitae, ii) knowledge in the field of this project, iii) the candidate’s adequacy, suitability and motivation for the project and iv) fluency in oral and written Engl Bando dell'ente: rel="stylesheet"> Toggle navigation Contact us Intranet login About us Overview History Organization Partnerships Facts and Figures IT Sites IT Aveiro IT Coimbra IT Lisboa IT Branch - Covilhã IT Branch - ISCTE-IUL IT Branch - Leiria IT Branch - Porto Research & Innovation Thematic Lines Research Impact Research Landmarks Lab Infrastructure Technology Transfer Start-ups & Spin-offs News & Events News Upcoming Events Past Events Outreach Activities Media Coverage Newsletters Work With Us Positions for Doctorates Other research positions Other contract positions Why choose IT Testimonials Resources Annual Reports Quality Policy Code of Conduct Gender Equality Sustainability Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Cookie Preferences Corruption Prevention Plan Support Staff Complaints Channel Press Kit Creating and sharing knowledge in communications and information technology Home Positions Other Research Positions Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) - BI/ Nº2026/00092 WORK WITH US Why Work with us at IT? Why Work with us at IT? Other Research Position / Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) - BI/ Nº2026/00092 IREF: B-0100-26 Apply Now Until 28-10-2026 Research Position: Important note: This is a summarized English version of the full original announcement written in Portuguese. The content in English is provided for the convenience of non-Portuguese speakers. However, only the full Portuguese version has official value for the evaluation and selection process. Title: Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) - BI/ Nº2026/00092 Funding Reference Number: BI/ Nº2026/00092 - INSTANT Summary: There is an open call for one (1) Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of project INSTANT. This project is funded by the European Commission through the MSCA-RISE program (101236387). Scientific Area: Wireless Technologies Group: Mobile Systems - Av Admission Requirements: Research grants are inte

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