Offer Description
NOTICE NO. 86/2026
COMPETITION FOR THE AWARD OF A GRANT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE RESEARCH GRANT REGULATIONS OF UALG
Title: 1 Bolsa de Investigação - Mestre
A competition is open for the award of 1 Bolsa de Investigação - Mestre within the scope of the R&D project/institution (TECH4SSTE – Technology for Sustainable and Seamless Travel Experiences), ALGARVE-FEDER-03221000 - TECH4SSTE - 25994, funded PT2030-SIID -I&D Empresarial - Copromoção), under the following conditions:
- Scientific Area: Management Science or related.
- Admission Requirements: Master in Management, Tourism, Marketing or related areas, preferably already integrated in PhD programs and have research experience in areas applied to tourism. Preference will be given to candidates with professional experience in management or marketing in the tourism sector. Preference will be given to candidates with proficiency in Portuguese. Proficiency in English will be an advantageous factor.
Taking into account paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article 6 of the Research Grants Regulations of the Foundation for Science and Technology or paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article 5 of the University of the Algarve’s Research Fellowship Regulations:
“1. Research grants, hereinafter referred to as BI, are intended for R&D activities by students enrolled in an integrated master's degree, a master's degree or a doctorate, with a view to consolidating their scientific training through the development of research work leading to the award of the respective academic degree, whether or not integrated into R&D projects.
2. The scholarships referred to in this article may also be intended for the performance of R&D activities by graduates or masters enrolled in non-degree courses integrated into the educational project of a higher education institution, developed in association or cooperation with one or more R&D units.”
- Project Objectives: The functions to be performed will include (i) preparing the updated state of the art for the development of research activities, (ii) collecting indicators related to knowledge management that increase the competitiveness of Portuguese tourism micro-enterprises, improve the visitor experience and promote the balanced development of territories, particularly in the Algarve, (iii) collaborating on the design of new indicators and dashboards to support business performance analysis, (iv) collaborating on the preparation of surveys on technology acceptance, (v) supporting project management, (vi) contributing to the writing of progress reports, (vii) supporting and organising seminars within the scope of the project.
- Applicable Legislation and Regulations: Research Fellow Statute, approved by Law No. 40/2004 of August 18, as amended by Decree-Law No. 65/2024 of October 1, and the University of Algarve Research Grant Regulations (https://files.dre.pt/2s/2021/10/210000000/0013700149.pdf).
- Workplace: The work will be carried out at Escola Superior de Gestão, Hotelaria e Turismo from the University of Algarve, jointly with the Researcher Célia Maria Quitério Ramos, principal investigator of the project and coordinator.
- Duration of grant(s): The grant will last 12 months, with the start date scheduled for October 2026. The grant contract may be renewed until 31/05/2029, taking into account the University of Algarve Research Grant Regulations (https://files.dre.pt/2s/2021/10/210000000/0013700149.pdf).
- Monthly maintenance allowance amount: The monthly maintenance allowance is €1359.64. The maintenance allowance will be paid monthly by bank transfer. https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM-2026.pdf).
- Candidate evaluation: In accordance with the provisions of Article 11.2 of the University of Algarve Research Grant Regulations OR the Foundation for Science and Technology Research Grant Regulations In the Science and Technology field, the evaluation of candidates will be based solely on the following criteria: (a) Curricular evaluation (from 0 to 16 points), according to the following weighting: (a.1) Academic Qualification from 0 to 12 points (maximum) and (a.2) Scientific Experience from 0 to 4 values. (b) Interview with candidates (from 0 to 4 points).
- Composition of the Application Evaluation Board: The Application Evaluation Board is composed of three full members and one alternate (all PhDs):
Célia Maria Quitério Ramos (Presidente) (Professor coordenador com agregação; Escola Superior de Gestão, Hotelaria e Turismo);
Carlos Manuel Ramos de Sousa (1º Vogal efetivo) (Professor coordenador; Escola Superior de Gestão, Hotelaria e Turismo);
Nélson Manuel da Silva de Matos (2º Vogal efetivo) (Professor auxiliar; Faculdade de Economia);
Cláudia Margarida Brito Ribeiro de Almeida (1º Vogal suplente) (Professor coordenador; Escola Superior de Gestão, Hotelaria e Turismo);
- Publication/Notification of Results: The final evaluation results will be published on the Ualg website, in a list ordered by the final grade obtained, and the successful candidate will be notified via email.
- Application Deadline and Submission Method: The competition is open from 10/09/2026 to 23/09/2026
- Applications must be accompanied by the following documents:
- Official identification document (simple copy or legal equivalent). Applicants of non-Portuguese nationality must present a residence permit, permanent residence certificate, or long-term resident status, valid on the scholarship start date. Any of these may be replaced, in its absence, by a declaration of honor by the candidate. However, this must be submitted during the scholarship contracting phase, under penalty of forfeiture of the scholarship award;
- Curriculum Vitae;
- Copy of the qualification certificates for the academic degrees held, specifying the final grade and, if possible, the grades obtained in all courses taken;
- Other documents deemed relevant due to the type and modality of the scholarship.
e) The Application for Application to the Competition, dated and signed, must be addressed to the President of the Competition Evaluation Panel, https://www.ualg.pt/sites/default/files/documentos/2022-12/anexo-iii-requerimento-para-candidatura-bolsa-pt.pdf, by email with Reference 10ID00292 (TECH4SSTE - Technology for Sustainable and Seamless Travel Experiences), by email to cmramos@ualg.pt, the Scientific Coordinator. In the aforementioned application, you must expressly consent to all notifications related to the bidding process being sent to the indicated email address.
- Documents to be submitted for the scholarship agreement:
- Individual Taxpayer Registry (INV) information, if the applicant is a nationality other than Portuguese, must be submitted during the scholarship agreement process, under penalty of forfeiture of the scholarship award;
- Documents proving that the applicant meets the requirements for the respective type of scholarship, namely, proof of enrollment and registration and the study cycle or course that does not confer an academic degree;
- Declaration of the advisor(s) assuming responsibility for supervising the work plan, in accordance with Article 5-A of the Research Scholarship Statute, as well as guaranteeing the necessary conditions for the successful development of the work and compliance with the duties set forth in Article 13 of the Research Scholarship Statute;
- Declaration of Commitment to the Exclusive Dedication Regime.
- Deadlines and Procedures for Complaints and Appeals:
Candidates may, if they so wish, comment on the draft decision to award the requested scholarship, at a hearing for interested parties within 10 business days, under the terms and for the purposes set forth in Article 121 of the Code of Administrative Procedure.
Candidates have the right to complain to the evaluation panel within 10 business days regarding the commission or omission of any act.
An appeal may be filed against the final decision of the application evaluation panel to the Rector within 10 business days of notification.
- Scholarship Contract:
After receiving all required documentation, a scholarship contract will be signed with the selected candidate(s) in accordance with the attached template.
- Evaluation of Fellow(s):
At the end of each fellowship contract period, the advisor will evaluate the fellow(s)' work by applying the following criteria, in accordance with the attached template:
- Fulfillment of objectives - this component aims to assess the level of achievement of results by the grantee, taking into account the work plan to be developed (50%);
- Behavioral skills - this component aims to assess the personal characteristics evidenced during the assessment period (25%);
- Personal attitude - this component aims to assess the personal commitment and availability shown during the evaluation period, taking into account factors such as the effort made, the interest and motivation shown (25%).
The University of Algarve reserves the right to cancel the fellowship award process, within the scope of the Project in question, whenever funding is not awarded or the scholarship duration exceeds the project completion date.
University of Algarve, 8th September 2026
The Principal Investigator
Professor Célia Maria Quitério Ramos
Where to apply
E-mail: cmramos@ualg.pt
Requirements
Research Field: Management sciences
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Specific Requirements: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Additional Information
Benefits: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Eligibility criteria: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Selection process: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Additional comments: Details described in the Basic Information – Offer Description
Website for additional job details: https://www.ualg.pt/bolsas-de-investigacao?id=481373
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: University of Algarve
Country: Portugal
State/Province: Campus de Gambelas e Campus da Penha
City: Faro
Postal Code: 8005-139
Contact
State/Province: Faro - Algarve
City: Faro
Website: http://www.ualg.pt
Street: Campus da Penha
Postal Code: 8005-139
This is a Preview Listing…
You must sign in to see the full job description, and to apply.
Manage / Upgrade this job to a Full Job Listing.
Find Your Best Opportunity
Tell them AcademicJobs.com sent you!

