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Instituto Superior Técnico
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Postdoctoral Faculty Position in Mathematical Physics at Instituto Superior Técnico Instituto Superior Técnico in Portugal
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Mathematics
Funding
Permanent full-time contract with a possible tenure-track position and evaluation after one year. Gross annual salary ranges from €56,491.40 to €66,762.64, with health coverage and other benefits. Additional salary supplements may be linked to participation in research and development projects.
Deadline
Dec 22, 2026
Country
Portugal
University
Instituto Superior Técnico
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About this position
Instituto Superior Técnico invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral-level faculty position in mathematical physics. The role is based in Lisbon, Portugal, within one of the country’s leading schools for engineering, science and technology.
The successful candidate will carry out, develop and lead scientific research projects in the field of mathematical physics, while contributing to the growth of the institution’s research profile. An important part of the role involves identifying and acquiring external research funding, establishing international contacts and developing an independent, externally funded research programme.
The position also combines research with academic teaching and supervision. The appointee will teach at undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, inspire students through teaching and supervision, and contribute to the wider academic community. Additional responsibilities include university representation, scientific dissemination, knowledge transfer to society and regular management activities as a faculty member.
Research may involve scientific and engineering challenges developed in contact with industrial partners. The role is intended for an experienced researcher who can bring an independent vision, lead research initiatives and contribute to a collaborative, open-minded academic environment at Instituto Superior Técnico.
Funding details
Permanent full-time contract with a possible tenure-track position and evaluation after one year. Gross annual salary ranges from €56,491.40 to €66,762.64, with health coverage and other benefits. Additional salary supplements may be linked to participation in research and development projects.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in Engineering or a related area, with interest in the scientific field of the competition. Desired qualifications include a strong publication record, a record of awarded grants, the ability to provide inspiring teaching in English and/or Portuguese, ability to address scientific or engineering challenges with industrial partners, experience setting up and leading scientific research projects, international contacts, and external research funding acquisition. Candidates should be highly motivated to develop their own vision and externally funded research programme and demonstrate team leadership, communication skills, and open-mindedness. The position is aimed at experienced candidates with more than five years since the PhD who have demonstrated research potential and capacity to advance an academic career.
How to apply
Review the position details and application instructions on the Instituto Superior Técnico Human Resources job opportunities page. Submit the required application through the indicated institutional process before 22 December 2026.
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