Public notice for one uncertain-term work contract for a junior researcher

Offer Description

Public notice for one uncertain-term work contract for a junior researcher

reference 2026.014.CTTRI

Application submission from September 22 to October 7 of 2026

WHO WE ARE

INESC-ID (www.inesc-id.pt), “Instituto de Engenharia de Sistemas e Computadores: Investigação e Desenvolvimento em Lisboa” is a Research and Development and Innovation Organization (R&D+i) in the fields of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering.

INESC-ID’s research impact is focused on four Thematic Lines

• Energy transition
• Life and health technology
• Security and privacy.
• Societal digital transformation;

INESC-ID promotes cooperation between academia and industry by addressing research on daily life issues, such as healthcare, space, mobility, human language technologies, agri-food, industry 4.0, and smart grids. This high level of knowledge transfer is achieved through both competitive research projects and direct contracted research. Therefore, public and private entities have access to a pool of knowledge, resources and services provided through the unique competencies available at the institution.

INESC-ID has a strong international academic environment and inclusive work environment.

The Executive Board of INESC-ID approved an international selection call for 1 (one) uncertain-term work contract in the scope of the research activities of the Open Design Ecosystem for European Chips - Productivity, Interoperability, Verification (ODE4EC-PIV) Open Design Ecosystem for European Chips - Productivity, Interoperability, Verification (ODE4EC-PIV) project running in INESC-ID.

This uncertain-term employment contract will remain in effect for the period necessary to complete the objectives/functions, with an estimated duration of 12 (twelve) months.

Termination of the financing, or completion of the tasks that are the subject of this call determine the expiration of the contract that will operate with the communication referred to in article 345 (1) of the Labor Code in force, meaning that the employer shall notify the termination of the contract to the employee, at least seven, 30 or 60 days in advance, according to whether the contract lasted up to six months, six months to two years, or per longer period.

1. OBJECTIVES | FUNCTIONS

The primary role of this Junior Researcher position is to contribute to research and development activities focused on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to the design of analog, mixed-signal and RF integrated circuits. The work will involve developing and applying AI-based methodologies for circuit synthesis, optimization, and design automation.

The candidate will also contribute to the development, implementation, and validation of computational models and algorithms using circuit simulation and design tools. The work will include the analysis of results, preparation of technical documentation and scientific publications, and dissemination of the research outcomes. Collaboration with the research team and participation in relevant research activities and meetings will also be expected.

2. BINDING LEGISLATION

Labor Code

Law nº 7/2009, of February 12 - in its currenting word.

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/legislacao-consolidada/lei/2009-34546475

3. DURATION

Maximum period set for this type of contract – 4 years.

4. WORKPLACE

INESC ID Headquarters Rua Alves Redol, 9, 1000-029 Lisboa

INESC-ID - Taguspark Avenida Professor Cavaco Silva, Edifício IST 2744-016 Porto Salvo

INESC-ID Energia IST - Departamento de Engenharia Eletrotécnica e de Computadores, Área de Energia, Av. Rovisco Pais 1049-001 Lisboa

5. SALARY | MEAL ALLOWANCE

In compliance with the provisions of the INESC-ID Research Career internal regulations, the remuneration corresponds to a monthly remuneration, 1 393,88 € (One thousand three hundred ninety-three euros and eighty-eight cents), prior to any deductions or withholdings.

Meal allowance per work day of 6.15€ (six euros and fifteen cents).

6. QUALIFICATIONS

Any national, foreign and stateless candidate(s) holding a MsC degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related area providing an appropriate background for the development of the proposed research activities may submit an application.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge or experience in electronic circuits, programming, and/or artificial intelligence and machine learning. Familiarity with analog, mixed-signal or RF integrated circuit design and simulation tools will be considered an advantage. Good analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment, are required.

The applicants must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, an advanced level of proficiency in Portuguese and proficiency in English, as well as being enthusiastic, proactive, collaborative and able to work individually and with various levels of internal organization.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation of the curricular path focuses on relevance, quality in the last five years.

1. Academic background and curriculum; [30 %]
2. Technical skills and experience relevant to the position; [30%]
3. Scientific and research experience; [25 %]
4. Other relevant curricular elements; [15 %]

7. EVALUATION PANEL

President

Fábio Moreira de Passos

Assistant Professor

INESC ID | Tecnico

Member

Marcelino Bicho do Santos

Full Professor

INESC ID | Tecnico

Member

Jorge Manuel Ribeiro dos Santos Fernandes

Full Professor

INESC ID | Tecnico

Substitute Member

Fernando Manuel DuarteGonçalves

Assistant Professor

INESC ID | Tecnico

Substitute Member

Gonçalo Nuno Gomes Tavares

Assistant Professor

INESC ID | Tecnico

Each member of the jury assigns a classification to each of the candidates on a scale of 0 to 100 points, ranking the candidates according to their classification consisting on the sum of the partial classifications assigned in each evaluation criterion, and considering the weighting factor given to each parameter. In this process abstentions are not allowed.

Candidates shall be ordered by applying the successive voting method.

The jury has the faculty to not approve a candidate who is not considered on absolute merit.

Candidates with an average score below 70, are not recommended for hiring

Minutes of the evaluation panel meeting are drawn up containing a summary of what has taken place in the meeting, as well as the votes cast by each of the members and their reasons, being available to the candidates whenever requested.

The final deliberation of the evaluation panel must be approved by Executive Board of INESC-ID.

8. APPLICATION

The application and supporting documents must be submitted via email to contratos@inesc-id.pt

The application email should clearly state the reference 2026.014.CTTRI on the subject and all documents must be presented in pdf form.

The candidates must indicate his / her consent so that the communications and notifications in the context of this hiring procedure. can take place to the electronic address contractos@inesc-id.pt.

The application and documents may be submitted in Portuguese or English

9. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

a) detailed curriculum vitae

b) motivation letter

c) single copy of official academic degree certificate

For candidates with degrees granted by foreign higher education institutions it is mandatory to have a degree or diploma recognition according to the provisions of Decree-Law no. 66/2018 of 16th of August, (https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition) and all formalities established therein must be fulfilled, by the selected candidate, until the date of signature of the contract.

10. COMPLAIN AND APPEAL DEADLINES AND PROCEDURES

Candidates who submit their application incorrectly or who do not prove the requirements required in this public notice are excluded from admission. In case of doubt, the evaluation panel may demand any candidate to present documents proving those statements.

False statements by the candidates will be punished according to the law.

The admitted and excluded candidates will be notified by email of the final ranking list.

Prior Hearing and Deadline for Final Decision: After being notified, candidates have 10 working days to submit a formal rebuttal. Within the term of 30 days, counted from the deadline for the presentation of the candidacies, the final decisions of the evaluation panel are given.

This call is exclusively intended to fill the vacancy (s) indicated and may be terminated until the homologation of the final ranking list of candidates and expiring with the respective occupation of the working position on offer.

11. NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL ACCESS POLICY

INESC-ID actively promotes a policy of non-discrimination and equal access, so that no candidate can be privileged, benefited, disadvantaged or deprived of any right or exemption from any duty owing, in particular, to ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, 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 beliefs and trade union membership.

Under the terms of D.L. No. 29/2001, of February 3, a disabled candidate has a preference when in equal classification, which prevails over any other legal preference. Candidates must declare on the application form their respective degree of disability, the type of disability and the means of communication / expression to be used in the selection process, under the terms of the aforementioned diploma.

Where to apply

E-mail: contratos@inesc-id.pt

Requirements

• Research Field: Engineering
• Education Level: PhD or equivalent
• Research Field: Engineering

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: INESC ID
• Country: Portugal

Contact

• State/Province: Lisboa
• City: Lisboa
• Website: http://www.inesc-id.pt
• Street: Rua Alves Redol, 9
• Postal Code: 1000-029
• E-Mail: contratos@inesc-id.pt