RESEARCH GRANT IN MEDICAL MICROWAVE IMAGING

Summary 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 .
TDC project reference, and funded by own funds, respectively.
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.
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, or soon thereafter.
Monthly Salary € according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal (https://www.
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The payment will be made by bank transfer.
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.
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.
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(The cover letter and the CV are mandatory documents in the online application platform)