B-0088-24 – RESEARCH GRANT (BI) – 30/08/2024 – IRMIS – 2022.04764.PTDC AND MARES - S-0002-LX-21

A research position for one Research Grant (“Bolsa de Investigação“) is open at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of the Project IRMIS – Increased Resolution Microwave Imaging using Superlens, and the project MARES - Satellite-based microwave remote sensing for marine litter mapping. These projects are funded by FCT/MCTES through national funds and when applicable co-funded EU funds under the 2022.04764.PTDC project reference, and funded by own funds, respectively. Scientific Area: Wireless Technologies Group: Antennas and Propagation – Lx Admission Requirements: Research grants are intended: for students enrolled in a degree-conferring course to carry out R&D activities with the aim to consolidate their scientific training through the development of research work leading to the attainment of the respective academic degree or completion of the course (integrated or not in R&D projects). for students enrolled in courses that do not confer an academic degree but which are integrated in an educational project of a higher education institution and are developed in association or cooperation with one or several R&D units. In what concerns the admission requirements for this research grant in particular: The candidate needs to prove that he/she has been accepted in a PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering in general; The candidate must present evidence of knowledge required for medical microwave imaging, namely electromagnetics, antennas, wave propagation, and inverse methods for image reconstruction from radar signals; Experience with full-wave electromagnetic solvers is a strong requirement; The candidate must have also lab experience with material electromagnetic characterization methods and procedures, as well as experience with automation of microwave measurements; Knowledge and experience with 3D printing is appreciated; The candidate must be fluent in oral and written English. An interview may be part of the selection process if any clarification is needed regarding the fulfillment of previous requirements. Work Objectives: The objective is to study new techniques to advance the quality and reliability of currently existing medical microwave imaging methods, namely the improvement of image resolution by means of a superlens, and also to accelerate the development of a pre-clinical setup to be used in clinical trials with actual patients in Portuguese hospitals. Applicable legislation: A fellowship will be celebrated according to “Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação”, Law no. 40/2004, dated on 18th of August (Status of Scientific Research Fellow - https://dre.pt/dre/legislacao-consolidada/lei/2004-58216179), in its actual redaction, by Fellowship Regulation of Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia (https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf), according to Reg. 950/2019, dated on 16th of December, and also by “Regulation of Instituto de Telecomunicações’ fellowships”. Place of work: The work will be developed at the premises of Instituto de Telecomunicações – Lisboa, under the supervision of Professor João Felício. Duration: 3 months, with the possibility of renewal (according to the regulations defined by FCT). Start date: October 1st, 2024 or soon thereafter. Monthly salary: 1259,64 € according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal (https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM_atualizacao-2024.pdf). The payment will be made by bank transfer. Selection criteria: C1 (50%) Curriculum vitae/academic evaluation C2 (50%) Suitability of the candidate profile based on relevant work experience for the tasks described in the project work plan 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 50% + C2 x 50% 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. Jorge Manuel Lopes Leal Rodrigues da Costa, ISCTE/Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (President of the jury) Prof. Rafael Ferreira da Silva Caldeirinha, Instituto Politécnico de Leiria Prof. Sérgio de Almeida Matos, ISCTE/Instituto Universitário de Lisboa Prof. João Manuel de Almeida Monteiro Felício, Instituto Superior Técnico (Substitute) Communication of the results: Results will be published at the Instituto de Telecomunicações, Lisboa. The selected candidate will be notified by email. After the notification of the results, candidates have 10 working days if they wish to contest the decision. Required Documents: Cover letter explaining the interest in the position and relevant background, detailed Curriculum Vitae with transcripts, Copy of the relevant certificates (Copy of the Degree Certificate(s), if applicable); and proof of enrollment (or proof of acceptance) in a higher education course or declaration of honour confirming that complies with the conditions to enroll in the required/preferable higher education course. NOTE: The proof of enrollment in a higher education course must be made until the contract is signed. Apply online clicking on the “Apply Now” button in this form https://www.it.pt/Positions/OtherResearchPosition/8078 E-mail submissions will not be considered. (The cover letter and the CV are mandatory documents in the online application platform) All the selection process is conducted through the IT web portal. No actions outside this platform are valid. Application Period: 02-09-2024 to 13-09-2024 Assistance: Send Email Published on: 30-08-2024