Job Information
Organisation/Company: Instituto de Ciência e Inovação em Engenharia Mecânica e Engenharia Industrial
Department: Human Resources
Research Field: Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: PhD Positions
Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2026 - 11:59 (Europe/Lisbon)
Country: Portugal
Type of Contract: To be defined
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Offer Starting Date: 14 Aug 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme
Reference Number: CT CEEC-LA 27/2026
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
INEGI-Instituto de Ciência e Inovação em Engenharia Mecânica e Engenharia Industrial announces an open call for a Doctoral’s student in the scope of the HOOPLA with the financial support of FCT/MCTES, under the following conditions:
Scientific area: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
Work plan: Development of Meso-Scale Models for Fibre-Reinforced Polymers with Microscopic Defects.
1. Grant duration and regime:
Duration of 12 months, starting in September 2026, potentially renewable up to the extent permitted by the relevant regulations. The granting of the scholarships does not generate or entitle a legal-labor relationship, it is exercised under an exclusive dedication regime, and the Scholarship holder is granted the Scholarship Holder Status, in accordance with the Regulation for Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology, I.P., both in their current wording.
2. Activity scope:
The main objective of HOOPLA project is develop computational models for the high-fidelity finite element (FE) analysis of the behaviour of advanced thermoplastic-based composite materials. These models will effectively link the structural and micro-scales, capturing the complex deformation mechanisms at the microstructure and the strain-gradients observed when failure occurs.
Main responsibilities:
- Identify the main microscopic defects existing in fibre-reinforced composites, and develop descriptors for such defects.
- Support the development of micromechanical models including defects.
- Develop mesoscopic models (ply-level) accounting for the presence of microscopic defects.
- Document research findings, process steps and results in reports or for scientific publication purposes.
3. Scientific supervision:
Dr. Igor Lopes. The work will be carried out in INEGI or FEUP facilities in Porto.
4. Academic Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- Proficient knowledge of programming languages such as Python or others.
- Basic knowledge of the mechanical behaviour of composite materials.
- Experience with the finite element method for structural analysis.
- Experience in the characterisation and modelling of composite materials.
- Experience in writing technical reports, scientific papers, or project documentation.
- Initiative, sense of responsibility, organization, autonomy, resilience, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Critical thinking and goal-oriented mindset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts and effectively present results to team members or mentors.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Portuguese and English languages: High priority, good level.
5. Academic degrees obtained in foreign countries
Academic degrees obtained in foreign countries shall be registered by a Portuguese institution, according to the DL 66/2018, of August 16th, and the Ordinance nr. 33/2019, of January 25th. It is mandatory to present the certificate to sign the contract. More information is available on http://www.dges.gov.pt.
6. Monthly allowance:
The scholarship amount corresponds to €1309,64 according to the table of values for scholarships directly awarded by FCT, I.P. (https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM-2026.pdf) paid at the end of the respective month by bank transfer. The payment of personal accident insurance will also be ensured, as well as the payment of voluntary social insurance if applicable.
7. Applicable Legislation:
Research Fellow Statute, approved by Law No. 40/2004 of August 18th, in the current wording published by Decree-Law No. 123/2019 of August 28; Regulation of Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology, I.P. in force (Regulation No. 950 / 2019 of 16 December https://www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/regulamento.phtml.pt).
8. Evaluation criteria:
This evaluation results in the selection of applications that go on to the interview stage. The final evaluation is calculated based on a weight of 40% of the CV and 60% of the interview. The selection criteria are as follows: academic background, qualifications, adequacy between the candidate's profile and the objectives of the grant, motivation and relevant experience for the project in question, according to the admission requirements described above.
The jury reserves the right not to fill the position if there are no candidates that meet the requirements. If the candidate placed 1st does not accept the scholarship or withdraws from the scholarship during the respective work program, the candidate placed 2nd may be invited to accept the scholarship. This procedure may be repeated in subsequent cases of non-acceptance or withdrawal, according to the decision of the scientific supervisor, respecting the order of the list contained in the minutes of the selection process.
9. Composition of the evaluation panel:
President: Dr. Igor Lopes
Members: Dr. Carolina Furtado and Dr. Miguel Carvalho
Substitute: Dr. Ana Francisca Alves
10. Publication/notification of results:
The final evaluation results (ordered list) will be publicized in www.inegi.pt.
After being notified, candidates have 10 working days to submit a formal rebuttal by email (gestao.pessoas@inegi.up.pt).
11. Submission of applications:
Applications must include the following documents:
- motivation letter, stating the adequacy of the curriculum to the position.
- curriculum vitae, in which the candidate's academic background must be clear in the areas referred to in item 4 of this call for applications.
- certificate of qualifications.
- Proof of enrollment in the doctoral program.
12. Expressions of interest should be sent between the 14th of august and 21 august 2026 through the official INEGI website www.inegi.pt in join us | Research Fellowship by pressing Apply BI UMEC 37/2026.
13. Scholarship Support Centre:
The support center for scholarship holders works from Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 12 pm, at the People Management Services.
Where to apply
Website: https://inegi.pt/pt/
Requirements
Research Field: Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Languages
PORTUGUESE : Excellent
ENGLISH : Excellent
Specific Requirements
11. Submission of applications:
Applications must include the following documents:
- motivation letter, stating the adequacy of the curriculum to the position.
- curriculum vitae, in which the candidate's academic background must be clear in the areas referred to in item 4 of this call for applications.
- certificate of qualifications.
- Proof of enrollment in the doctoral program.
12. Expressions of interest should be sent between the 14th of august and 21 august 2026 through the official INEGI website www.inegi.pt in join us | Research Fellowship by pressing Apply BI UMEC 37/2026.
Additional Information
Eligibility criteria
12. Expressions of interest should be sent between the 14th of august and 21 august 2026 through the official INEGI website www.inegi.pt in join us | Research Fellowship by pressing Apply BI UMEC 37/2026.
Selection process
11. Submission of applications:
Applications must include the following documents:
- motivation letter, stating the adequacy of the curriculum to the position.
- curriculum vitae, in which the candidate's academic background must be clear in the areas referred to in item 4 of this call for applications.
- certificate of qualifications.
- Proof of enrollment in the doctoral program.
Website for additional job details: https://careers.inegi.pt/jobs/bolsa-de-investigacao-bi-7efa4410-0a33-42d2-809e-41631678f09a
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: INEGI
Country: Portugal
Contact
City: Porto
Website: http://www.inegi.pt/
Street: Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 400
Postal Code: 4200-465
E-Mail: gestao.pessoas@inegi.up.pt
Phone: 911182471
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