Research Fellowship 2026 at University of Coimbra
The University of Coimbra—one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities—has just opened a Research Fellowship call for worldwide applicants under the ATE – Aliança para a Transição Energética Project. This is your chance to dive into cutting-edge research in energy transition, power electronics, and applied technologies, while earning a competitive stipend and gaining international recognition.
Why This Fellowship Matters?
This isn’t just another research post—it’s a unique 9-month, full-time, funded fellowship (renewable in some cases), designed for early-stage researchers (R1) and master’s-level scholars ready to take on the global challenge of sustainable energy. With financial support from Next Generation EU Funds and Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan, this role connects you directly with Europe’s innovation frontlines.
You’ll be working under Dr. André Manuel dos Santos Mendes at Coimbra’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where your mission will be to:
- Program control algorithms on Xilinx FPGA in power electronics systems.
- Build a graphical user interface in QT to interact with controllers.
- Run experimental tests that directly contribute to energy sustainability in maritime power systems.
The Benefits of this Fellowship
- Stipend: €1,040.98 per month (plus accident insurance and optional social security contributions).
- Location: Faculty of Science and Technology, Universidade de Coimbra, Portugal.
- Fields Open: Electrical, Computer & Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, Informatics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, and Industrial Economics.
- Eligibility: Open to applicants from any country—EU, non-EU, and stateless individuals.
Selection & Requirements
Applicants will be judged 60% on their academic record and 40% on an interview. Strong knowledge of Xilinx FPGA, Matlab/Simulink, and power electronics is a major plus.
Application Window
The application period is short and intense—from 15 September 2025 until 26 September 2025 (23:59 Lisbon time). Applications must be submitted via Coimbra’s official platform: https://apply.uc.pt/IT137-25-349.