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Bolsa de Investigação: ARDITI-CQM/2018/019-STMG_Labs

Job: Research Grant for Engineering Degree holder. A researcher with an Engineering degree with experience in Laboratory and Equipment Management and Quality Control;

Job/Fellowship Reference: ARDITI-CQM/2018/019-STMG_Labs;

Main research field: Engineering;

Sub research field: Chemical engineering;

 

Job summary:

This call is under the scope of the project “M1420-01-0145-FEDER-000005 - Centro de Química da Madeira - CQM+” cofunded by PROGRAMA OPERACIONAL REGIONAL DA MADEIRA 2014-2020 (MADEIRA 14-20).

CQM+ is a project hosted by ARDITI - Regional Agency for the Development of Research, Technology and Innovation (http://www.arditi.pt) and has as direct beneficiary the CQM – Centro de Química da Madeira/Madeira Chemistry Research Centre (https://cqm.uma.pt). The aim of the operation is to strengthen the research and innovation potential of CQM, to increase its critical mass and to strengthen research and innovation in the thematic areas identified as priorities by the Research and Innovation Smart Specialization Strategy of Madeira (RIS3-RAM): "Health and Well-being", "Agro-Food Quality", "Bio-Sustainability" and the "Marine Resources and Technologies".

Job description:

This call is under the scope of the project “M1420-01-0145-FEDER-000005 - Centro de Química da Madeira - CQM+” cofunded by PROGRAMA OPERACIONAL REGIONAL DA MADEIRA 2014-2020 (MADEIRA 14-20).

CQM+ is a project hosted by ARDITI - Regional Agency for the Development of Research, Technology and Innovation (http://www.arditi.pt) and has as direct beneficiary the CQM – Centro de Química da Madeira/Madeira Chemistry Research Centre (https://cqm.uma.pt). The aim of the operation is to strengthen the research and innovation potential of CQM, to increase its critical mass and to strengthen research and innovation in the thematic areas identified as priorities by the Research and Innovation Smart Specialization Strategy of Madeira (RIS3-RAM): "Health and Well-being", "Agro-Food Quality", "Bio-Sustainability" and the "Marine Resources and Technologies".

CQM (http://bit.ly/CQM_spot_2016_English_version ) is a national R&D institution supported and internationally evaluated by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). The research center is hosted by the University of Madeira (http://www.uma.pt), which is located in Madeira Island (http://www.visitmadeira.pt/en-gb), Portugal. The research center performs world-class research in the fields of Natural Products and Materials and is currently reinforcing its research team with highly motivated and qualified researchers coming from all over the world. The recruited personnel will integrate a young, dynamic, and multicultural team focused on the development of new solutions for the improvement of human health, agri-food quality, and bio-sustainability (including the sustainable use of marine resources) aimed at improving scientific knowledge and the well-being of the Society.

OPEN POSITION

This call invites applications for one (1) researcher with a degree in Chemistry Engineering, Biological Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related fields.

Notes:

•           The selection process will be based on the principle of non-discrimination in respect of gender, age, nationality, religion, racial group, or any other possible discriminatory issue. Selection will be made only based on merit and following the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Commission Recommendation, Brussels, 11.3.2005, 2005/251/EC) and the recommendations from the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA).

•           CQM is a recognized “refugee welcoming organization" by the European Commission, follows the European Charter for Researchers and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Requisitos de admissão
Admission Requirements

Candidates for this position (“Research Grant for Engineering Degree holders”) should have a degree in Chemistry Engineering, Biological Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related engineering fields and not less than 3 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical industry(e.g., Quality Control). He/she should have a strong motivation to work both independently and as part of a team, excellent communication skills and ability to meet deadlines. Experience in laboratory and equipment management, biological essays and in the transference of knowledge and technology will be valued in the evaluation process.

Plano de trabalhos
Workplan

The candidate will have the following main specific responsibilities:

  • Laboratory and equipment management and maintenance;
  • Quality control;
  • Biological essays;
  • Preparation of patents, technical reports and scientific publications in a draft form;
  • Participation in general CQM activities, such as science spreading and conference/course organization.

Orientação científica e local de trabalho
Scientific guidance and workplace

The successful candidate (M/F) will be integrated into the CQM team headed by Professor João Rodrigues.

Workplace will be at CQM - Madeira Chemistry Research Centre (http://cqm.uma.pt), Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal

Duração da(s) bolsa(s)
Duration

The successful candidates are expected to join the CQM team by October 2018. The contract will be for 1 year, renewable up to 31-08-2020.

Subsídio de manutenção mensal
Salary

€980 (Research Grant for Engineering Degree holders) free of taxes; ARDITI stipends and regulations are determined as indicated here.

Métodos de seleção
Evaluation criteria

Candidates will be evaluated and ranked based on their Curriculum Vitae (maximum 60 points) and motivation letter (maximum 30 points). The 3 best-ranked candidates for each position will be invited for interviews (online interviews; maximum 10 points).

 

Composição do Júri de Seleção

Selection panel

João Rodrigues (Ph.D.), Helena Tomás (Ph.D.), Nuno Nunes (Ph.D.), José Câmara (Ph.D.) (alternate member of the Jury).

Documentos de candidatura
Application contents

The applicants should submit a single pdf file containing:

a)      the Curriculum Vitae with the ORCID number, RESEARCHID, and SCOPUS AUTHOR ID, highlighting the academic/professional achievements;

b)     a letter explaining the reasons for the application, namely why he/she has the appropriate profile for the position (motivation letter);

c)      qualification certificates in Portuguese or translated into English and certified;

d)     the contact (email address, professional telephone number, and address) of 2 referees;

e)      other supporting documents considered relevant for the evaluation of the application.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered for evaluation.

 

Forma de publicitação/notificação dos resultados
Announcement of the results

An email message with the result of the recruitment process will be sent to each applicant.

Prazo de candidatura e forma de apresentação das candidaturas
Application submission and deadline

Applications should be submitted in English by email to the following address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The specific reference to the call must be indicated in the email subject. The applicants should submit a single pdf file containing all the required documents.

Deadline for application: 01/09/2018, 17:00 (Lisbon/Madeira Island Time).

Note: The deadline for application may be extended at any time without previous notice having in mind the requirements for the positions under this call.

 

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