Researcher PhD (m/f/d) in Next-Generation Energy Harvesting and Storage Systems
INEGI (Instituto de Ciência e Inovação em Engenharia Mecânica e Engenharia Industrial) is recruiting a
PhD Researcher
for work in
next-generation energy harvesting and storage systems
in Porto, Portugal.
The post is embedded in the LAETA Associate Laboratory framework (LA/P/0079/2020) and is funded through the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). It is offered as a fixed-term employment contract under an exclusive dedication regime, with remuneration level 33 of the Portuguese Single Remuneration Table.
The research activity focuses on
synthesis of polymers and carbon-based materials
, and on the
fabrication and characterisation of ferroelectric-based energy harvesting and storage devices
. The role is positioned within Physical Engineering and aims to help accelerate technology readiness levels, validate scientific results, and support transfer to industry across thematic areas such as Energy, Transport, Space and Defence Technologies, and Resilient Industry.
Applicants must hold a
PhD degree
(or formal recognition under Portuguese law). The call specifically states a preference for candidates with a
PhD in Physical Engineering
and a
Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
. Strong experience or knowledge in batteries, solid-state electrolytes, electrochemical characterisation (PEIS, CV, charge/discharge testing), Scanning Kelvin Probe microscopy (SKP), battery cell assembly, materials characterisation, optimisation, and energy storage systems will strengthen the application.
Excellent written and spoken English is required, and Portuguese is considered an advantage. The selection process evaluates the scientific and professional curriculum, with possible interview for shortlisted candidates. Candidates should be able to demonstrate scientific output, applied research activity, and dissemination experience, plus analytical ability, teamwork, scientific communication, integrity, adaptability, and leadership potential.
The application window runs from
11 September 2026 to 24 September 2026
. Applications must be submitted via INEGI’s careers website using the electronic form; submissions by email or post are excluded. Required documents include a motivation letter, detailed CV, PhD certificate, other academic/training certificates, and a short summary of the most relevant scientific, technological, innovation, and dissemination activities from the last five years.
The selection committee includes Professor Helena Braga, Professor Francisco Pires, and Dr. Margarida Machado.
