Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique
- Department: RISE-Health@UPT
- Research Field: Other
- Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Positions: Other Positions
- Application Deadline: 30 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon)
- Country: Portugal
- Type of Contract: Not Applicable
- Job Status: Not Applicable
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Aug 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Offer Description
Applications are invited for 1 research fellowship at the Portucalense Infante D. Henrique University (UPT), within the framework of the “Memory2CARE: Reabilitação da Memória Prospectiva em Sobreviventes de Cancro da Mama Através de uma Aplicação de Realidade Aumentada para Smartphone” project, funded by Gilead Sciences Inc., according to the following terms:
Scientific area: Psychology
Work plan
The project “Memory2CARE: Reabilitação da Memória Prospectiva em Sobreviventes de Cancro da Mama Através de uma Aplicação de Realidade Aumentada para Smartphone” aims to develop and evaluate the usability, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of a smartphone-based intervention using augmented reality to improve prospective memory in breast cancer survivors. The research fellow will work with a multidisciplinary team within RISE-HEALTH@UPT to develop the project activity outlined below:
- Task 4 – Usability and Acceptability Testing of the Application
- Task 5 – Pilot Study to Assess Preliminary Effectiveness
Workplace
The research fellow will be working at the premises of UPT, under the scientific supervision of Professor Ana Cláudia Pereira Bártolo.
Fellowship duration
This fellowship will last for 5 months, with the possibility of renewal, predictably starting in September 2026, and carried out on an exclusive basis.
The fellowship cannot be granted, according to article 6, paragraph 3, of the FCT RBI, if the timescale required for the contract procedure does not allow a minimum 3-consecutive month contract. Contract renewal, if any, will comply with Article 6 of the FCT RBI.
Deadline and application submission
The call is open from 01/08/2026 to 30/08/2026 (until 11.59 pm, Lisbon time).
The applicant must submit the application by email to gai@upt.pt, adding the call reference 20264.RISE-Health@UPT.BI to the email subject line and attaching the following documents in Portable Document Format (.pdf):
- Motivation letter;
- Copy of the certificate proving the Bachelor's degree or, alternatively, a declaration of honour from the applicant confirming the completion of the Bachelor's degree by the application deadline, specifying the final grade and the awarding higher education institution;
- Detailed curriculum vitae;
- For applicants covered under point b) of the admission requirements, a declaration of honour confirming compliance with the requirements set out in Article 6(5) of the RBI (see model below*);
- Any other documents considered relevant for assessing the eligibility of the application or evaluating its merit.
*Declaration of Honour
I, ______, holder of Citizen Card/Visa/Residence Permit No. ____, valid until __/__/____, hereby declare, under honour, in accordance with Article 6(5) of the Research Fellowship Regulation of the FCT (Regulation No. 950/2019 of 16 December), that I will not exceed, with the conclusion of the fellowship contract in question, including possible renewals, a cumulative period of two years in this type of fellowship, whether consecutive or intermittent.
(Place, Date)
______ (signature)
Applicable legislation and regulation
Law No. 40/2004 of 18 August, in its current wording - Research Fellow Statute (EBI) and the Regulation in force for Research Studentships and Fellowships (RBI) of the FCT:
https://www.fct.pt/en/financiamento/programas-de-financiamento/bolsas.
Where to apply
E-mail: gai@upt.pt
Requirements
Research Field: Other
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Specific Requirements
Admission requirements
Candidates who meet one of the following requirements are eligible for the current call:
a) Be enrolled in a doctoral programme in Psychology. Proof of enrolment must be provided at the time of contract signing.
b) They must hold a Bachelor's degree* in Psychology and be enrolled in a non-degree-granting course integrated into the educational project of a higher education institution, developed in association or cooperation with one or more R&D units. This requirement must also be duly proven at contract stage. In this case, the research fellowship may only be granted to those who do not exceed, upon the signing of the research fellowship contract, including possible renewals, a cumulative period of two years in this type of research fellowship, whether consecutive or intermittent.
*If the qualification is awarded by a foreign higher education institution, it must comply with the provisions of Decree-Law No. 66/2018, of 16 August, and any formalities established therein must be completed by the time of signing the contract. Regarding this matter, it is recommended to consult the DGES portal at the following address: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition.
Preferred requirements
- Knowledge in the field of Health Psychology, particularly in the context of psychological assessment and intervention in oncology or other chronic diseases.
- Previous research experience, namely in the collection, management, processing and analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative data, as well as in the preparation of reports and the dissemination of scientific results.
- Native proficiency in Portuguese or equivalent.
Applicant eligibility
The applicants must comply with the eligibility criteria set out in Article 9 of the Regulation for Research Fellowships of the FCT.
Languages: PORTUGUESE
Level: Mother Tongue
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Good
Additional Information
Benefits
Stipend
Monthly stipend amount of €1.359,64, in accordance with the FCT stipend values for studentships and fellowships carried out in Portugal (https://www.fct.pt/en/financiamento/programas-de-financiamento/bolsas). The payments are made by UPT via bank transfer.
The fellowship will also cover the voluntary social insurance payments, corresponding to the class 1 rate (if the fellowship contract duration is equal to or greater than 6 months) provided that the candidate chooses this regime, as well as personal accident insurance.
Eligibility criteria
Applicant eligibility
The applicants must comply with the eligibility criteria set out in Article 9 of the Regulation for Research Fellowships of the FCT.
Selection process
Selection procedure
The selection methods will consist of a Curricular Assessment (AC) and an interview (ES).
The Curricular Assessment (AC) compasses the aspects mentioned below, scored on a scale from 0 to 20 points, and is calculated as follows:
AC = AC1 * 0,20 + AC2 * 0,30 + AC3 * 0,30 + AC4 * 0,20
AC1 – Master's degree classification.
AC2 – Relevant specialization/professional experience in Health Psychology, particularly in the context of psychological assessment and intervention in oncology or other chronic diseases:
- Highly relevant – from 16 to 20 points
- Relevant – from 10 to 15 points
- Of limited relevance or with no evidence of experience – from 0 to 9 points
AC3 – Previous research experience, namely in the collection, management, processing and analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative data, as well as in the preparation of reports and the dissemination of scientific results:
- Highly relevant – from 16 to 20 points
- Relevant – from 10 to 15 points
- Of limited relevance or with no evidence of experience – from 0 to 9 points
AC4 – Proficiency in the Portuguese language:
- Native or equivalent proficiency – from 16 to 20 points
- Advanced proficiency – from 10 to 15 points
- Insufficient proficiency or no evidence of language competence – from 0 to 9 points.
The three top-scoring applicants in the curricular assessment will be invited for an Interview (ES), to take place remotely or in person, provided that the CA scores are higher than 14 points. The interview is aimed at evaluating the applicant according to the criteria below and is calculated as follows:
ES = ES1 * 0,50 + ES2 * 0,25 + ES3 * 0,25
ES1 – Knowledge and motivation to pursue the work plan:
- Excellent level of knowledge and motivation - from 16 to 20 points
- Adequate level of knowledge and motivation - from 10 to 15 points
- Lack or insufficient level of knowledge or motivation - from 0 to 9 points
ES2 – Soft skills (time management, problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, proactivity)
- Highly proficient – from 16 to 20 points
- Competent - from 10 to 15 points
- Insufficient proficiency - from 0 to 9 points
ES3 – Communication skills and proficiency in English:
- Highly proficient – from 16 to 20 points
- Competent - from 10 to 15 points
- Insufficient proficiency - from 0 to 9 points
The Final Score (AF) is given by the weighted average of the classification obtained in each of the selection methods, with the Curriculum Assessment (AC) having a weight of 70% and the Interview (ES) of 30%. If the minimum score of 14 points is not achieved by any of the applicants, the fellowship will not be awarded.
Selection panel composition
The selection panel is composed of the following Professors at UPT:
- Chair of the panel — Professor António Jorge da Costa Leite
- 1st Panel member — Professor Ana Cláudia Pereira Bártolo
- 2nd Panel member — Professor Pedro F. S. Rodrigues
- 1st Deputy member — Professor Sara M. Fernandes
- 2nd Deputy member — Professor Alexandra Araújo
Notification of results
The applicants will receive notification of the evaluation results by email, at the email address provided in the application submission, within a maximum of 90 working days, by Article 12 of the FCT RBI. This notification will include, in addition to the applicant ranking list, the minutes of the selection panel meetings. If the selected candidate withdraws, the fellowship will be granted to the next highest scoring applicant on the ranking list, provided that the minimum required score is attained.
Deadlines and procedures for pre-hearing, complaint, and appeal
After notification of the provisional evaluation results, applicants have a 10-working day pre-hearing period to argue against, pursuant to Article 121 et seq. of the Portuguese Code of Administrative Procedure. After the selection panel examines the cases presented in the pre-hearing of interested parties, the applicants will be notified of the final decision. In case of disagreement with the final decision, the applicants may lodge a complaint within 15 working days from the final decision notification or an appeal to the UPT Rectory within 30 working days from said notification.
Additional comments
Privacy Policy
UPT is the data Controller regarding all personal data processing carried out in this selection procedure, under Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Regulation on Data Protection).
The personal data processed within the scope of this call is only intended for the selection process and will be used by UPT to assess eligibility for the applied role in accordance with the applicable legal requirements and the procedure’s selection criteria. The applicant’s refusal to consent to the personal data processing will prevent UPT from verifying whether the application meets the minimum requirements and, therefore, will render the application invalid.
Personal data can legitimately be transmitted to third parties whenever necessary to fulfill UPT’s legal obligations and comply with the funding scheme requirements regarding this procedure.
The data will be retained for a legally defined period of five years.
The Data Subject has the right to object to the data collection and processing, as well as to verify, update, rectify, erase, or limit the use of the collected data. The exercise of these rights is excluded when personal data is used to safeguard the public interest, namely in cases of detection and prevention of criminal offenses, or when subject to professional secrecy.
The Data Subject also has the right to access and data portability.
In order to exercise such rights, the Data Subject shall contact UPT via the e-mail address rgpd@up.pt. In all instances, the Data Subject has the right to contact and lodge a complaint to the National Data Protection Commission.
Non-discrimination and equal access policy
UPT is actively committed to promoting a non-discrimination and equal access policy, wherefore no applicant can be privileged, benefited, impaired, or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempted from any duties based on their ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family and economic conditions, education, origin or social status, genetic heritage, reduced work capacity, disability, chronicle illness, nationality, ethnic origin or race, national origin, language, religion, political or ideological belief and union affiliation.
Contacts
Any inquiries related to this call can be addressed to gai@upt.pt.
Additional information
This call opening notice is available on the UPT website in both Portuguese and English version. In the case of conflicting meanings between the two language versions, the Portuguese version prevails.
The templates of the fellowship contract and fellowship final report, including evaluation criteria, are available on the UPT website.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique
- Country: Portugal
- State/Province: Porto
- City: Porto
- Postal Code: 4200-072
- Street: R. Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida 541
Contact
- City: Porto
- Website: https://www.upt.pt
- Street: Rua Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida, 541
- Postal Code: 4200-072 Porto
- E-Mail: gai@upt.pt
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