If you hold a Bachelor’s degree in geospatial, environmental, or agricultural engineering and seek research experience in precision agriculture, the University of Porto offers a 12-month research grant of €1,090.98 per month. This position is part of the REFARMING project at the Faculty of Sciences and involves the use of spectroradiometry, remote sensing, and data analysis for monitoring horticultural crops.
Application Deadline
- 28 August 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon time)
Tell Me About The Grant
The Faculty of Sciences of the University of Porto (FCUP) is offering one research grant under the REFARMING project (NORTE2030‑FEDER‑02719900), financed by the Northern Regional Programme 2021–2027. The grant supports Bachelor’s degree holders enrolled in a Master’s or non‑degree course, focusing on spectroradiometry and precision agriculture.
Which Fields are Eligible
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in:
- Geospatial Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Agronomic Engineering
- Or similar areas
They must also be enrolled (or eligible to enroll) in a Master’s or non‑degree course in these fields.
Type
- Research Grant | Bachelor’s Degree Holders | Portugal
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in the eligible fields.
- Be enrolled or eligible to enroll in a Master’s or non‑degree course.
- Provide recognition of foreign degrees (if applicable).
- Preference given to candidates with experience in hyperspectral image analysis applied to horticultural crops.
How Are Candidates Selected
Selection criteria:
- Final graduation classification (60%).
- Relevant experience (30%).
- Motivation letter (10%).
Candidates scoring below 80/100 are not eligible.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Portugal (host country).
- International applicants may apply if their degree is recognized by a Portuguese institution.
Where Will the Grant Be Taken
- Department of Geosciences, Environment and Land Planning, FCUP, University of Porto, Portugal.
How Many Grants
- 1 position available.
What is the Benefit of the Grant
- Monthly stipend: €1,090.98 (FCT table).
- Voluntary social insurance (covered by FCUP for basic bracket).
- Personal accident insurance.
- Research experience in spectroradiometry and precision agriculture.
How Long Will the Grant Last
- 12 months (starting 1 October 2026), renewable up to 31 March 2028.
Required Documents
- Motivation letter.
- Detailed CV.
- Certificate of academic qualifications.
- Declaration of eligibility.
- Up to three recommendation letters (one mandatory).
- Other relevant documents.
How to Apply
- Prepare required documents.
- Submit application via Infociências portal before 28 August 2026, 23:59 Lisbon time.
- Application Portal (info.fc.up.pt in Bing)
- Ensure recommendation letters are uploaded via the provided link before the deadline.
Visit the Application Webpage for Details
