PhD Researcher in Civil Engineering
Entry-level PhD researcher position in civil engineering at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto.
Best for:Best for entry-level researchers with a civil engineering background looking to pursue a structured PhD project.
Overview
The Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) is opening an international selection procedure for an entry-level PhD researcher within the project FP4-Rail4EARTH2. The successful candidate will contribute to civil engineering research activities under a fixed-term employment contract of uncertain duration. The role requires active participation in project deliverables, collaborative research tasks, and academic reporting. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant academic background and demonstrate commitment to advancing research in the designated field.
What you'll do
- Conduct research activities associated with the FP4-Rail4EARTH2 project.
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific papers, reports, and project deliverables.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members across partner institutions.
- Participate in scientific meetings, seminars, and workshops related to the project scope.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; professional working proficiency
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in civil engineering or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated capability in conducting scientific research
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Open to international applicants meeting the entry-level PhD researcher criteria
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-28 (Europe/Lisbon)
Candidates must submit their applications through the official institutional recruitment channel by the specified deadline. Ensure all required documentation is included in the submission package before the closing date.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Motivation letter
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