Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) - BI/ Nº2026/00079

There is an open call for one (1) Research Scholarship (“Bolsa de Investigação”) at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of project COOL-DICE.

Scientific Area:

Basic Sciences and Enabling Technologies

Group:

Integrated Circuits – Av

Admission Requirements:

Research Grants (BI):

• Are intended for carrying out R&D activities by students enrolled in a doctoral program, aiming to consolidate their scientific training through the development of research work leading to the respective academic degree, whether or not integrated into R&D projects.

• Are intended for carrying out R&D activities by master's degree holders who are enrolled in non-degree courses that are part of the educational programme of a higher education institution, developed in association or cooperation with one or more R&D units.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong background in experimental research and an aptitude for the design, assembly, operation and optimization of experimental equipment. Previous experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered particularly relevant: Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) techniques, preferably Hot Filament Chemical Vapour Deposition (HFCVD); Growth of diamond or other thin-film materials; Design, construction, modification or operation of vacuum and gas-handling systems; Electrical, mechanical and/or electromechanical design and instrumentation; Optimization of deposition parameters and experimental processes; Surface preparation and nucleation processes for CVD diamond; Deposition and processing of films on semiconductor or ceramic substrates, including Si and SiC; Materials characterization techniques such as Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), profilometry, X-ray diffraction (XRD), or related techniques. Experience with diamond deposition, HFCVD reactor development or modification, bias-assisted diamond nucleation, or magnetic-field-assisted deposition processes will be valued. Previous experience in preparing scientific publications, technical reports, conference contributions, or other forms of scientific and technical dissemination will be considered a preferential factor. Candidates should also demonstrate strong motivation for experimental scientific research, autonomy and practical problem-solving ability, together with the capacity to work effectively within a multidisciplinary research team. Good proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

Work Objectives:

The main objective of the work is the development of a magnetic-field-assisted Hot Filament Chemical Vapour Deposition (HFCVD) system for the controlled growth of diamond films and the investigation of the influence of magnetic-field-assisted deposition on diamond nucleation and growth. The work will comprise the design, implementation, commissioning and experimental optimization of the deposition system, followed by its application to diamond growth on different substrate materials.

Applicable legislation:

A fellowship will be celebrated according to the regulations defined by FCT, “Regulation of Instituto de Telecomunicações’ fellowships” and “Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação”, according to Law no. 123/2019, dated August 28 (Status of Scientific Research Fellow), in its actual redaction, and also by Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia, I.P. Fellowship Regulation of Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia. For direct access to the FCT RBI go to the following link https://www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/regulamento.phtml.pt (Reg. 950/2019, published in the DR of 16 December).

Place of work:

The work will be developed at the premises of Department of Materials and Ceramics Engineering and Instituto de Telecomunicações at University of Aveiro, under the supervision of Dr. Joana Catarina Martins Mendes.

Duration:

6 months, with the possibility of renewal. This type of scholarship has a maximum duration of 4 years. Start date: October 2026 or soon thereafter.

Monthly salary:

1359.64€ according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal (www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/valores ). The payment will be made by bank transfer.

Selection criteria:

• C1 (40%)

Curriculum vitae / Academic evaluation: Assessment of the candidate’s academic background, scientific and technical training, research experience, publications and other elements of the curriculum considered relevant to the position.

• C2 (60%)

Suitability of the candidate’s profile to the work programme and admission requirements: Assessment of the candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, technical skills and scientific communication experience in relation to the activities foreseen in the work programme.

Candidates may be interviewed for clarification of any aspect related to the above criteria

Each criteria, and the final classification F will be evaluated in a scale (0-20). The candidates will be ordered according to:

F = C1 x 40% + C2 x 60%

In case of a tie, the tied candidates will be ordered according to C1, then C2...

The Jury has the right to not admit any of the candidates that applied for this position whenever they consider that no candidate meets the minimum requirements for the position.

Jury:

• Prof. Joana Catarina Martins Mendes, Instituto de Telecomunicacoes Aveiro (President of the jury)
• Prof. Eduardo Gil Simões dos Santos Cabral, trabalhador independente
• Prof. Miguel Angelo da Costa Neto, Universidade de Aveiro
• Prof. Ricardo Jorge Figueiredo Oliveira, Instituto de Telecomunicacoes Aveiro (Substitute)

Communication of the results:

The selected candidates will be notified by email.

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: Proof of enrollment, issued by the higher education institution in a study cycle leading to the award of an academic degree or in a non-degree course, must be submitted by the time of contract signing.

Apply online clicking on the “Apply Now” button in this form.

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

All the selection process is conducted through the IT web portal. No actions outside this platform are valid.

Application Period:

24-08-2026 to 07-09-2026

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Published on:

24-08-2026