Organisation/Company: Universidade de Coimbra
Department: SGRH - DRGC
Research Field: Other
Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
Positions: PhD Positions
Country: Portugal
Application Deadline: 22 Sep 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 35
Offer Starting Date: 11 Aug 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EU
Reference Number: IT074-25-15205
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
This public notice announces an international tender by the Rector of the University of Coimbra, Professor Amílcar Falcão, for a vacancy of Principal Researcher in the field of Health Sciences, subarea of Neurobiology of Social Behavior. The position will be under a public service employment contract of unspecified duration at CIBB of the University of Coimbra. The tender follows the applicable legislation and regulations, including the ECIC and RRCPSPICUC.
Reference and Place of Work:
* Public tender reference: IT074-25-15205
* Place of Work: CIBB, University of Coimbra
* Salary: €3,950.17, based on the applicable legal table
Functional Content: The role's functional content aligns with articles 5 and 7 of the ECIC and RRCPSPICUC.
Admission Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18, in good health, meet vaccination requirements, and fulfill specific academic and professional criteria detailed in the notice, including relevant scientific curriculum and experience in the field.
Application Process: Applications are submitted via the apply.uc.pt platform with required documents in PDF format, including CV, certificates, list of relevant works, scientific project proposal, and others. Language requirements include proficiency in Portuguese or English at level C1 of CEFR.
Selection Methods and Criteria: The process involves approval in absolute merit based on scientific and professional background, evaluation of scientific work, professional experience, community service, scientific project quality, and other criteria detailed in the notice.
Evaluation and Ranking: The jury assesses candidates through meetings, voting, and possible interviews, culminating in a final report and ranking list. Candidates are notified via registered letter and electronic means, with appeal options available.
Selection Committee: Composed of distinguished academics, including the Vice-Rector and full professors from Coimbra, Lisboa, and international institutions.
This procedure promotes equal opportunity and is financed under the Portuguese law, with specific reference to the 2024 State Budget and the FCT-Tenure program. The position aims to develop interdisciplinary research in Social Neuroscience at CIBB, with a maximum of 4 hours/week teaching service if awarded.
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