Associação Fraunhofer Portugal ResearchJob Title: Scientist
Job Ref: AWAM_Jobs_2025_01
Job Type: Full-time; Fixed-term work contract (expected duration 8 months)
Job Salary: €1,751.27
Job Location: Regia Douro Science Park, Vila Real, Portugal
Job Description:
The candidate will join the Fraunhofer Portugal AWAM team in Vila Real and engage in research activities within the scope of the project “Vine&WinePT – Vine & Wine Portugal - Driving sustainable growth through smart innovation, with reference Nº 67 Agendas para Inovação Empresarial”.
Your role:
The candidate will participate in research related to wastewater treatment and monitoring, aiming to develop and evaluate advanced water and wastewater treatment processes, with a particular emphasis on membrane-based technologies and photo-driven advanced oxidation processes (AOPs). Additionally, the candidate will support the development and testing of a biosensor designed to monitor the treatment process. Other responsibilities include generating and critically analyzing experimental data, preparing technical reports, and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in innovative treatment and monitoring technologies.
Your profile:
- Mandatory Requirements:
> Academic Qualifications: MSc degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar.
> Professional Experience: Proven experience in water and wastewater treatment, namely in membrane technologies and Advanced Oxidation Processes. Relevant work experience in research departments in industry, applied research institutions, or universities.
- Other Skills:
> Excellent English communication skills (technical and general audiences);
> Capacity to translate research findings into actionable insights for real-world applications.
We value:
- Ability to work autonomously and within a dynamic team;
- Pro-active attitude, eagerness to learn and strong work ethic;
- Performs allocated tasks efficiently and complies with safety practices.
Why should you join Fraunhofer Portugal:
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a people-centric workplace that fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. We encourage the development of new ideas and ensure that every voice is heard;
- Research with Impact: Engage in projects that sit at the intersection of research and real-world applications, contributing to technology that makes a tangible difference in society;
- Multidisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, enhancing your learning and professional growth;
- Professional Excellence: Work within a culture that upholds professional standards and best practices, promoting continuous improvement and excellence in research;
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working hours and hybrid work opportunities, supporting a healthy work-life balance;
- Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a partially funded health insurance plan, and a variety of additional perks;
- Supportive Culture: Join a team with an excellent spirit, where collaboration, mutual support, and team achievements are celebrated.
Application Process:
Applications are open from the 19th to the 30th of September 2025.
The selected candidate is expected to start working November 1st, 2025.
Applications must be made to the email jobs@fraunhofer.pt and contain:
- Curriculum Vitae – mandatory;
- Motivation Letter – mandatory;
- Qualifications certificate and diploma supplement with transcripts – mandatory or declaration of honor confirming the degree at the beginning of the contract;
- Recommendation Letters – optional.
Selection process:
Admitted candidates will be subject to a curricular evaluation. Based on the results, the top-ranked candidates will be invited for an interview. All applicants will be notified of the results of the call via the email address provided in their application.
After notification, all candidates have 10 days to comment.
Note:
The research activities in the scope of this job opportunity are planned to be developed within the framework of the following project:
- Vine&WinePT – Vine & Wine Portugal - Driving sustainable growth through smart innovation, with reference Nº 67 Agendas para Inovação Empresarial.