2 Entry-Level PhD Researchers in Health Data Science - PROFIT Project
Join the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Porto as an entry-level PhD researcher to optimize healthcare workflows and data-driven protocols.
Best for:Best for recent PhD graduates in health data science, biomedical engineering, or related fields with experience in health research and scientific writing.
Overview
The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Porto (FMUP) is seeking two entry-level PhD researchers within the scope of the PROFIT project, co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. The successful candidates will conduct research and development activities in Health Data Science at the RISE-Health research unit. Key responsibilities include implementing workflow optimization and evaluation strategies, participating in clinical decision support systems, and developing methodologies for digital health solutions. Applicants are expected to engage in research, knowledge transfer, and science communication while collaborating on multidisciplinary health research projects.
What you'll do
- Implement optimization and evaluation strategies for intelligent workflows and data-driven clinical and operational protocols
- Participate in the design and validation of healthcare decision support systems
- Develop and implement methodologies for evaluating digital solutions with end users
- Perform scientific literature reviews on methodologies required for project use cases
- Support the technical, scientific, and dissemination planning and execution of the project
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Health Data Science, Clinical Research, Health Services, Medicine, Health Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Economics, Psychology or related areas
Language: Portuguese and English proficiency for professional research and communication
Instruction: Portuguese and English
Publications: Demonstrated track record of writing scientific articles in health
- PhD degree completed no more than 5 years ago from the application deadline
- Demonstrated collaboration in health research projects
- Proven experience in writing scientific articles in the health domain
- Open to national, foreign, and stateless candidates
- Must hold a recognized PhD degree obtained within the last 5 years
Funding & terms
How to apply
Candidates must submit their applications through the official institutional portal following the guidelines published in the public notice. Ensure all required academic and professional documentation is attached before the deadline.
- CV
- PhD certificate
- Proof of qualifications
- Motivation letter
Contact
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