There is an open call for one (1) Research Grant ("Bolsa de Iniciação à Investigação") at Instituto de Telecomunicações, in the scope of the Project NEWSPACE – RS.
This work is supported by the European Union / Next Generation EU, through Programa de Recuperação e Resiliência (PRR) (02/C05-i01.01/2022.PC644936537-00000046).
Scientific Area: Wireless Technologies
Group: Radio Systems – Av
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. Candidates must be enrolled in a course not conferring a degree or in a master program in the areas of Electronic Engineering and Telecommunications, with a minimum average of 13 points.
Mastery of the Portuguese Language is required.
Work Objectives: Research and study techniques and methods for the implementation of optimized antennas for drones. Select suitable materials for antennas that ensure lightness, efficiency, and integration into the design of commercial drones. Define the antenna geometry for optimal performance. Design and simulate antennas using CST software. Conduct experimental testing in an anechoic chamber and integrate the designed antennas into commercial drones for their respective practical applications. Evaluate the performance of the antennas. Applicable legislation: A fellowship will be celebrated according to the regulations defined by FCT, "Regulation of Instituto de Telecomunicações' fellowships" and "Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação", according to Law no.
123/2019, dated August 28 (Status of Scientific Research Fellow), in its actual redaction, and also by Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia, I.P.
Fellowship Regulation of Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia.
For direct access to the FCT RBI go to the following link: FCT RBI Regulations.
Place of work: The work will be developed at the premises of Instituto de Telecomunicações at University of Aveiro, under the supervision of Dr. Pedro Renato Tavares Pinho.
Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of renewal.
Start date: February 2025 or soon thereafter.
Monthly salary: 990.98€ according to the table of grant amounts awarded directly by FCT for positions held in Portugal (FCT Grant Values).
The payment will be made by bank transfer.
Selection criteria: C1 (50%) - Academic Curriculum C2 (50%) - Adequacy of the curriculum to the proposed work Candidates may be interviewed for clarification of any aspect related to the above criteria.
Each criteria, and the final classification F will be evaluated on 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.
Pedro Renato Tavares Pinho, Universidade de Aveiro (President of the jury) Prof.
Nuno Miguel Gonçalves Borges de Carvalho, Universidade de Aveiro Prof.
Arnaldo da Silva Rodrigues de Oliveira, Universidade de Aveiro Prof.
Joao Nuno Pimentel da Silva Matos, Universidade de Aveiro (Substitute) Communication of the results: The selected candidates will be notified by email.
Required Documents: Motivation letter explaining the interest in the position. Detailed Curriculum Vitae with transcripts. Degree certificate (if applicable). Proof of enrollment in a higher education course or declaration of intention to enroll in a study cycle leading to an academic degree or in a course that does not confer an academic degree. NOTE: The proof of enrollment in a study cycle leading to an academic degree or in a course not conferring an academic degree must be made until the contract is signed. Apply online clicking on the "Apply Now" button in this form.
After the notification of the results, candidates have 10 working days if they wish to contest the decision.
E-mail submissions will not be considered.
(The cover letter and the CV are mandatory documents in the online application platform).
NOTICE: Degrees obtained abroad are recognized by a Portuguese higher education institution under the terms of Decree-Law No.
66/2018, of August 16 and Ordinance No.
33/2019, of January 25.
More information at: Recognition of Degrees.
All the selection process is conducted through the IT web portal.
No actions outside this platform are valid.
Application Period: 09-01-2025 to 23-01-2025
Assistance: Send Email
Published on: 09-01-2025
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