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S2AQUA Research Scholarship 2026 in Portugal

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Deadline

2026-06-22

Country

Portugal

Level

masters, phd, short-course

Organization

S2AQUA - Collaborative Laboratory for Sustainable and Smart Aquaculture (S2AQUAcoLAB)

Field

Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Biotechnology

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The S2AQUA Research Scholarship 2026 is a paid research grant for bachelor graduates to work on the 'MultiAlive' project, which focuses on detecting toxic algal blooms and predicting contamination in offshore bivalve aquaculture. The position is based at the Pilot Fish Farming Station in Olhão, Portugal.

Coverage

Selected candidates receive a monthly maintenance allowance of €1,090.98 for 8 months of full-time research (40 hours per week). It also includes personal accident insurance.

Eligibility

Open to bachelor graduates in Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Biotechnology, or related fields. Applicants must be enrolled in a master's, integrated master's, doctoral, or non-degree program at a Portuguese higher education institution. While open to non-EU citizens, applicants must already reside in Portugal permanently and habitually at the time of application.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in relevant fields, have experience in biological sampling, phytoplankton identification, and marine biotoxin analysis (HPLC/LC-MS/MS), and possess an advanced level of English. Candidates must not have previously held a research fellowship in companies financed by FCT.

How to apply

Prepare a signed CV, a one-page motivation letter (Arial 12), a copy of your ID/passport, proof of enrollment in a Portuguese HEI, certificates of qualifications, and a declaration of honour. Email all documents to [email protected] with the subject line 'S2AQUAcoLAB/Bolsa/Ref_07/2026'.

Notes

This is a research grant, not an employment contract. It requires full-time exclusivity. If you are an international student, you must ensure you have legal residency in Portugal before applying.

Source & Verification

Host organization: S2AQUA - Collaborative Laboratory for Sustainable and Smart Aquaculture (S2AQUAcoLAB)

Original source: Scholarships365

Official application page: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/442787

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.