Summary
The Portugal AQUA Research Scholarship 2026 offers a funded opportunity for both domestic and international students interested in aquaculture research, biotechnology, and marine sciences. Sponsored by the MultiAlive Project, the scholarship provides practical scientific training alongside a monthly stipend while contributing to vital marine research.
- 🌊 Scholarship Opportunity: Portugal AQUA Research Scholarship 2026 is open for domestic and international students interested in aquaculture, marine sciences, and biotechnology.
- 🐚 Project Sponsor: MultiAlive Project focuses on detecting toxic algal blooms and assessing contamination risks in offshore bivalve aquaculture.
- 💰 Financial Benefits: Monthly stipend of €1,090.98, eight months of funded research, personal accident insurance, social insurance reimbursement, and hands-on training in field and lab techniques.
- 🔬 Research Experience: Includes water monitoring, phytoplankton analysis, bivalve sample prep, marine biotoxin detection, data analysis, scientific reporting, and publication opportunities.
- 🎯 Objectives: Prepare students for master’s or doctoral studies, enhance research credentials, and contribute to EU-funded marine research.
- 🧬 Research Areas: Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Biotechnology, and related biological sciences.
- 📄 Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree (Level 6), background in marine sciences/biotechnology, enrollment in a relevant academic program, permanent resident of Portugal, prior lab and field experience preferred, and proficiency in English.
Designation
Research Scholarship
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Offered by | S2AQUAcoLAB |
| Coverage | Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities |
| Award Country | Portugal |
| Monthly Stipend | €1,090.98 |
| Duration | Eight months of full-time research |
| Application Deadline | 22nd June 2026 |
Research Area
- Marine Biology
- Marine Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Related Biological Sciences
Location
Algarve, Portugal
Eligibility/Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to Level 6 Higher Education).
- Educational background in biotechnology, marine biology, marine sciences, or a related field.
- Enrollment in a doctoral, master’s, integrated master’s program, or approved non-degree program related to research institutions.
- Permanent and habitual residents of Portugal at the time of application.
- Experience in:
- Phytoplankton biological sampling
- Bivalve mollusk sampling
- Marine algae research
- Laboratory techniques like LC-MS/MS or HPLC
- Scientific communication
Job Description
Selected researchers will join the MultiAlive project team and will be involved in:
- Water monitoring and field campaigns
- Phytoplankton population examination and identification
- Analysis of marine biotoxins
- Bivalve sample preparation and extraction in a lab
- Data analysis and experimental methods
- Writing scientific reports and articles
- Communicating project results
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online. The required documents include:
- Online application form
- Degree certificate
- Academic transcript
- Valid passport
- Updated CV or resume
- Other supporting documents
Last Date to Apply
22nd June 2026
Take advantage of this unique research opportunity and contribute to significant advancements in aquaculture and marine sciences!
