Doctoral Researcher Lisboa

Doctoral Researcher
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Paleontologist in an Engineering School (excavations in the Permo-Triassic in Mozambique and Portugal, biomechanics of the inner ear, endothermy…)

Join the FCT Doctoral Program in Portugal

Are you passionate about
- edge research and eager to push the frontiers of science? This is your opportunity to become part of an innovative doctoral journey with a focus on biomechanics, evolutionary biology, and advanced computational analysis.

The FCT Doctoral Program is seeking driven Ph
D candidates for exciting research projects such as analyzing head motion to uncover the evolutionary secrets of sensory systems. This ambitious project leverages
- edge deep learning computer vision methods,
- invasive data collection, and
- speed video analysis to revolutionize our understanding of head motion dynamics.

Why this research matters: Understanding head motion helps us decode the biomechanics behind sensory systems like the inner ear, paving the way for evolutionary insights and biomedical applications.

• Innovative Methods: Combining deep learning algorithms with
  - speed, synchronized
  - camera setups.
• Cross-Species Analysis: Extensive data collection from humans to birds.
• Non-Invasive Approach: Ethical and remote methodologies for observing natural behavior.
• High-Impact Collaborations: Partnerships with renowned zoos and international video platforms.

What you’ll gain:

• Hands-on experience with
  -
  -
  - art technologies like computer vision and biomechanics.
• The chance to contribute to pioneering research.
• Access to
  - performance computing and exclusive datasets.
• Deploy innovative
  - camera synchronization systems.
• Collaboration opportunities with experts in biology, machine learning, and zoology.

Location: Portugal’s top research engineering institution (Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon) and partnerships with
- class wildlife reserves and zoos.

Why Apply to FCT: The Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) Doctoral Program is known for its excellence in research, offering adequate funding and an interdisciplinary approach that empowers you to pursue innovative questions and
- world solutions.

How to Apply:

• Consult the FCT Application Portal for 2024 to learn about eligibility and submission requirements, as the 2025 call is not yet open.

Be part of groundbreaking discoveries that redefine what we know about the natural world. Apply today to start your Ph
D journey in Portugal!

Seniority Level

• Internship

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Higher Education