Research Grant

Research Opportunities

Computer Science

Work description

• Conceptualize/develop virtual reality applications.
• Collaborate in the production of technical documentation.
• Collaborate in the development of scientific articles.
• Write reports on grant activities.
• Participate in dissemination activities.

Academic Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Engineering or related field.

Minimum profile required

• Proven experience with the Unity game engine.
• Proficiency in Portuguese (C2 level).
• Academic degree recognized in Portugal.

Preference factors

• Experience in developing Virtual Reality applications.
• Knowledge of Computer Graphics.
• Scientific publications in the field of virtual reality.

Maintenance stipend: € 1040.98, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend.

INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrolment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".

The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.

Application Period

Since 29 Jan 2026 to 11 Feb 2026

Centre

Human-Centered Computing and Information Science

Scientific Advisor

Maximino Bessa

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