Reserach Fellowship

S2AQUA
- Laboratório Colaborativo, Associação para uma Aquacultura Sustentável e Inteligente (S2AQUAcoLAB), in the terms of article 7 of S2AQUAcoLAB’s Research Fellowship Regulation, hereby announces that a call for applications has been authorized for the award of a Research Fellowship (Postdoctoral) in the field of data modeling or related fields. The call for applications for a Research Grant is intended to support research activities within the Amy-WARN project, which aims to develop a predictive tool for forecasting outbreaks caused by A. ocellatum in an operational context. To this end, the project integrates knowledge about the parasite’s life cycle with data from environmental monitoring, enabling the identification of risk conditions and the anticipation of outbreaks. Funded by Algarve 2030, Lisboa 2030, and Orçamento de Estado. 1. Beneficiaries (conditions required) The fellowship is intended for holders of a Ph.
D. in Bioinformatics, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, or another degree that required modeling, obtained within the three years prior to the application submission date. 2. Desired profile 2.1 Education and

experience:
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- Degree (REQUIRED) of Doctor in Bioinformatics, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, or another degree that required modeling, obtained within the three years prior to the application submission date; 2.2 Technical

skills:
- Experience in modeling using machine learning techniques;
- Experience in modeling using process-based dynamic models;
- Ability to program in a high-level language (e.g., Python or Matlab); Other

requirements:
- Fluency in Portuguese and proficiency in English (spoken and written);
- Ability to adapt, integrate, and work as part of a team;
- Results-oriented and skilled at problem-solving;
- Strong personal organizational skills, a sense of responsibility, and attention to detail;
- Independence, proactivity, and the ability to manage time efficiently;
- Willingness to work shifts and occasionally on weekends;
- Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally, as needed. 3. The work plan The work program includes, in particular, the following activities:
- Plan the development of models for system forecasting;
- Model parameterization using data collected within the scope of the project;
- Participate in data analysis, preparation of reports and scientific articles, and project meetings. 4. Submission of applications The call is open between September 16 and 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2026. 5. Type and duration of the fellowship A postdoctoral research fellowship will be awarded. The fellowship is scheduled to begin in December, on a date to be determined later in consultation with the candidate, and will last for 12 months on a full-time basis. The fellowship must be carried out on an exclusive basis, in accordance with the S2AQUAcoLAB Fellowship Regulations (Regulamento Bolsas de Investigação S2AQUAcoLAB) and the FCT Fellowship Regulations based on Portuguese Law 40/2004 of August 18 (Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação Científica) as amended by Decree-Law 123/2019 of August 28. A postdoctoral research fellowship will be awarded. 6. Supervision and place where the activity will be developed The amount of the fellowship is 1 901,00€, according to the table of fellowships approved by FCT, I.
P. The fellow is entitled to the reimbursement of the voluntary social insurance (1st level), if applicable, in accordance with the conditions defined in the Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação | DR . The fellow will be covered by personal accident insurance for the duration of the fellowship. The fellowship will be paid monthly via bank transfer made by S2AQUAcoLAB to the account designated by the fellow. 8. Admissibility 8.1 Requirements for applicant admissibility Who can apply for the Research Fellowship:
- A. Portuguese Citizens or citizens of Member States of the European Union;
- B. Citizens of third states. To apply for the Research Fellowship, it is necessary to:
- C. Reside in Portugal permanently and habitually;
- D. Not have benefited from a research fellowship in companies directly financed by FCT, regardless of their duration. It is indispensable, under penalty of non-admission of the application:
- E. Detailed and signed Curriculum Vitae of the candidate;
- F. A motivation letter (maximum one-page, double space, letter Arial, size 12) where the reason for the application is clearly and briefly stated, as well as the academic and professional background, such as academic training, supplementary training, two references (just name, institution and email) and other information considered relevant for the evaluation of the CV;
- G. Copy of the ID card or passport;
- H. Permanent residence certificate, permanent residence permit, or long-term resident status, if applicable;
- I. Documents proving the conditions required for the respective type of fellowship, in particular certificates of qualifications in