Researcher in Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCA) (m/f) | Grijó Fields: Exact and Engineering Sciences; Environmental engineering; Chemical engineering; Mechanical engineering.
Summary:
The present notice is intended to fill one (1) post of a contract (Reference ISQ_CTI_11), under the Investimento RE-C05-i02 – Missão Interface N.º03/C05-i02/2022 Contrato de Financiamento de Beneficiário Final Financiamento Base – Centro de Tecnologia e Inovação. The work plan will focus on the development and application of life-cycle based sustainability assessment tools such as Life Cycle Assessment and Life Cycle Costing to innovation projects in multidisciplinary fields supporting the increased adoption of environmental, economic and social sustainability metrics and the SSbD framework. Activities will involve the development of R&D projects, provision of services, and technology and knowledge transfer actions.
Admission Requirements:
National, foreign and stateless candidates may apply if they hold a MSc degree in Engineering Sciences: Environmental engineering, Chemical engineering, Mechanical engineering with a background in Life Cycle Assessment, Environmental and Sustainability assessment, or a closely related field. A scientific and professional curriculum vitae revealing a profile appropriate for the activity to be developed is also required. If the MSc degree has been conferred by a foreign higher education institution, it must comply with the respective registration or recognition formalities by the date of hiring.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
Strong understanding of LCA methodology, including ISO 14040/44 standards and life cycle impact assessment techniques.
Proficiency in LCA software, such as SimaPro, Umberto, or OpenLCA.
Experience in inventory data collection, analysis, and interpretation for LCA studies.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and standards related to LCA and product environmental declarations (EPDs).
Experience in life cycle costing (LCC) and other sustainability assessment tools.
Familiarity with environmental impact assessment methods, such as carbon footprinting, water footprinting, Product environmental Footprint, eco-efficiency analysis.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; experience in collaborative projects with Industry, in Research and Development and knowledge transfer.
Required Languages: Portuguese - C1
Salary: The employee to be hired will be entitled to an employment contract with a fixed annual salary that can reach the level 32 of the Single Remuneration Table, in accordance with the Curriculum Vitae and the experience presented and proven. Payment will be made by bank transfer.
Selection Method: Curricular evaluation will consider the following factors:
Relevance of the academic curriculum (40%);
Relevant previous experience in the area of work foreseen in the work plan (40%);
Other relevant merits (20%).
If necessary, the three best-ranked candidates may be called for an interview. If the interview takes place, the percentage appreciation will be 90% for the curriculum evaluation and 10% for the interview.
Deadline and Submission: Applications must be formalized through the ISQ institutional website at Candidatures (https://isq.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home?c=isq), under the reference "ISQ_CTI_11", accompanied by the following documents:
A cover letter (maximum 2 pages A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications, and motivations to apply for this position;
Certificates attesting academic qualifications;
Other documents considered relevant by the applicant.
Application Deadline: 20-11-2024
Type of Contract: Uncertain terminative term
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