Research Scholar Position for Biodiversity and Molecular Ecology

2 semanas atrás


Braga, Braga, Portugal Universidade Do Minho Tempo inteiro

About the Opportunity


Universidade Do Minho is seeking a highly motivated Research Scholar to join our team at the Centre of Molecular and Environmental Biology. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in biodiversity and molecular ecology.



Salary and Benefits

The monthly maintenance allowance corresponds to €1259.64, plus additional benefits including reimbursement of Voluntary Social Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance.



Job Description

The selected candidate will carry out R&D activities under the context of the project "PBA: Blue Bieconomy Pact", aiming at the consolidation of their scientific training. The work will involve collection and processing of macrozoobenthic samples and sediment for eDNA analysis, DNA extraction, amplification, sequencing, and data processing.



Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Biology or Ecology, or related fields;
  • Previous knowledge and training on DNA barcoding and metabarcoding;
  • Skills in analyses of DNA sequencing data.


Eligibility Conditions

Candidates must meet the eligibility conditions established in article 9 of the FCT I.P Research Grant Regulation (2019). Additionally, they must be enrolled in a course that confers an academic degree or available to enrol in non-degree courses.



Evaluation and Selection Process

The evaluation of applications will focus on the merit of the applicant, applying the following criteria:



  • (30%) Academic record of the candidate;
  • (40%) Research experience and interest for the areas of research: Biodiversity, Molecular Ecology, and eDNA metabarcoding;
  • (30%) Motivation letter.


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