- JOB
- Portugal
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- INESC ID
- Research Field
- Engineering » Computer engineering
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Positions
- Master Positions
- Country
- Portugal
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Not Applicable
- Job Status
- Not Applicable
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- NextGenerationEU
- Reference Number
- Project SmartRetail – refª C6632206063-00466847-BI|2024/547
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
Public notice for research grant
Project SmartRetail – refª C6632206063-00466847
Towards Design Patterns for Privacy Enhancing Techniques
BI|2024/547
INESC-ID - Instituto de Engenharia de Sistemas e Computadores, Investigação e Desenvolvimento em Lisboa is a R&D institute dedicated to advanced research and development in the fields of Information Technologies, Electronics, Communications, and Energy. INESC-ID has participated in more than 50 research projects funded by the European Union and more than 190 funded by national entities. Until today, our researchers have published more than 700 papers in international journal papers, more than 3000 papers in international conferences, and have registered 15 patents and/or brands.
1 | RESEARCH GRANT TYPE
ONE (1) research grant for candidates with BSc degree with reference number BI|2024/547 is now available under the scope of project SmartRetail – refª C6632206063-00466847, funded by Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) https://recuperarportugal.gov.pt/ and by european funds Next Generation EU, under the following conditions:
2 | DURATION
FIVE (5) months, starting in July 2024
- Renewable, if the candidate is enrolled in a MSc program - art. 6º, n.4 b)
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
subject to suitable performance within the period of the project, not exceeding the maximum period set by FCT for such grants – 2 years (included contract renewals)
- Renewable, if the candidate is enrolled in a non-degree programme – art. 6º, n. 4 a)
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
subject to suitable performance within the period of the project, not exceeding the maximum period set by FCT for such grants – 1 year (included contract renewals)
3 | LEGISLATION
A fellowship contract will be celebrated according to:
- Law 40/2004 of 18th of August (Scientific Research Fellow Status) and its successive amendments, including the amendments introduced by the Decree Law n. 123/2019 of 28 th of August
https://dre.pt/web/guest/legislacao-consolidada/-/lc/124281176/201912061112/73740605/diploma/indice?lcq=estatuto+do+bolseiro,
- Regulations for Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology in force https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
- INESC-ID Lisboa Grant Regulations
https://www.inesc-id.pt/scholarship-regulations/
- Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP)
https://recuperarportugal.gov.pt/
The fellowship contract is awarded on an exclusive dedication basis – art. 5 of Scientific Research Fellow Status and art. 16 of Regulations for Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology.
4 | MONTHLY AMOUNT
The monthly amount of the grant 990,98€ is in accordance with the values stipulated in the “Regulations for Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology” in force https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM_atualizacao-2024.pdf and shall be rendered through a monthly bank transfer to an account held by the grantee.
5 | OBJECTIVES/WORKPLAN
This internship project aims to systematically develop and catalog design patterns for Privacy Enhancing Techniques (PETs) that can be applied to various privacy-enhancing problems in software engineering. Specifically, this project aims to explore and formalize design approaches that optimize privacy without sacrificing system performance or user experience. To accomplish this, three main tasks will be pursued: 1) research and analyze existing PETs to extract common design elements and strategies, 2) develop a framework of design patterns that are adaptable to different technological environments and use cases, and 3) validate these patterns through prototype implementations and peer reviews. The expected deliverables of this project include a comprehensive catalog of privacy design patterns and a set of prototype models that demonstrate the practical application of these patterns in real-world scenarios.
6 | SCIENTIFIC SUPERVISION
The activity will be supervised by Nuno Miguel Carvalho Santos, Associate Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico and Researcher at INESC-ID. INESC ID will integrate the grantee in the research team of the scientific advisor.
7 | ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The candidates should have a BSc degree in Operating Systems and Architectures or in Networking and Telecommunications
By the grant start date, the candidate must be enrolled in
- a MSc programme – art. 6º, n.1
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
or
- a non-degree programme – art. 6º, n. 2
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
Preferential factors:
The candidate must be enrolled in a master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
This project requires extensive expertise across multiple fields, namely cybersecurity, computer networks, and distributed systems Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Cybersecurity.
Portuguese, full professional proficiency.
English, full professional proficiency.
8 | EVALUATION CRITERIA AND COMMITTEE
The selection will be according to the aacademic record of the candidate and interest for the following areas of research:
- 20% proficiency in at least one programming language,
- 40% track record in computer science/engineering courses, especially in security and distributed systems,
- 40% experience (and/or interest) in Cybersecurity Management and Regulations.
The Jury may interview the first three (3) candidates with higher classification. In order to perform a more objective evaluation of some of the criteria, the interview will count for 50% of the evaluation of each criteria above.
The jury may also decide not to assign the scholarship, if none of candidates meets the required conditions
Jury
Name
Professional Status
Institutions
President
Nuno Miguel Carvalho Santos
Researcher / Associate Professor
INESC-ID / IST
Member
Paulo Jorge Fernandes Carreira
Researcher / Associate Professor
INESC-ID / IST
Member
João Pedro Faria Mendonça Barreto
Researcher / Associate Professor
INESC-ID / IST
Member Substitute
João Coelho Garcia
Researcher / Assistant Professor
INESC-ID / IST
Member Substitute
Miguel Ângelo Marques de Matos
Researcher / Assistant Professor
INESC-ID / IST
9 | COMPLAIN AND APPEAL DEADLINES AND PROCEDURES
The jury has the faculty not to select a candidate who does not prove the requirements mentioned in required education Level and research experience
The admitted and excluded candidates will be notified by email of the final ranking list, including the copy of the Preliminary Report of the jury.
Prior Hearing and Deadline for Final Decision: After being notified, candidates have 10 working days to submit, if applicable, a formal rebuttal.
After that period, the jury notifies the candidates of the Final Report.
Excluded applicants may complain about the jury's final report for 15 working days after notification or appeal the jury's decision to the INESC ID Board of Directors for 30 working days after notification.
According to the Portuguese Law, a disabled candidate has a preference when in equal classification, which prevails over any other legal preference. Candidates must declare their respective degree of disability, the type of disability and the means of communication / expression to be used in the selection process, under the law.
10 | FORMALISATION OF APPLICATIONS
- Applications are formalised by sending an email to rh@inesc-id.pt with the documents stated bellow and in pdf form.
- The application email should clearly state the reference of the research grant and project.
10.1
Single copy of official academic degree certificate in the required education level
a) In the application submission, the candidates from portuguese education institutions may replace the copy of official academic degree certificate by a declaration of honour stating that they have the required academic degree.
- It is mandatory for the approval of the fellowship contract that the selected candidate presents a single copy of the official academic degree certificate, required in education level
b) In the application submission, the candidates from foreigner education institutions may replace the copy of official academic degree certificate by a declaration of honour stating that they have the required academic degree.
- It is mandatory for the approval of the fellowship contract that the selected candidate presents a single copy of the official diploma recognition, required in education level.
For more information about diploma recognition:
https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition
10.2
Detailed list of grades (pdf form);
10.3
Proof of enrolment required on 7 a) or 7 b) (pdf form);
In the application submission, the candidates may replace the proof of enrolment by a declaration of honour stating that they are/will be enrolled required in 7 a) or 7 b)
- It is mandatory for the approval of the fellowship contract that the selected candidate presents an official copy of the enrolment, required in 7 a) or 7 b)
10.4
Detailed curriculum vitae (pdf form);
10.5
Motivation letter explaining the interest in the position (pdf form);
11 | Application Dates
From
To
17-06-2024
01-07-2024
Where to apply
- rh@inesc-id.pt
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering » Computer engineering
- Education Level
- Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Towards Design Patterns for Privacy Enhancing Techniques
This internship project aims to systematically develop and catalog design patterns for Privacy Enhancing Techniques (PETs) that can be applied to various privacy-enhancing problems in software engineering. Specifically, this project aims to explore and formalize design approaches that optimize privacy without sacrificing system performance or user experience. To accomplish this, three main tasks will be pursued: 1) research and analyze existing PETs to extract common design elements and strategies, 2) develop a framework of design patterns that are adaptable to different technological environments and use cases, and 3) validate these patterns through prototype implementations and peer reviews. The expected deliverables of this project include a comprehensive catalog of privacy design patterns and a set of prototype models that demonstrate the practical application of these patterns in real-world scenarios.
The candidates should have a BSc degree in Operating Systems and Architectures or in Networking and Telecommunications
By the grant start date, the candidate must be enrolled in
- a MSc programme – art. 6º, n.1
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
or
- a non-degree programme – art. 6º, n. 2
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
Preferential factors:
The candidate must be enrolled in a master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
This project requires extensive expertise across multiple fields, namely cybersecurity, computer networks, and distributed systems Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Cybersecurity.
Portuguese, full professional proficiency.
English, full professional proficiency.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Good
- Languages
- PORTUGUESE
- Level
- Good
Additional Information
The monthly amount of the grant 990,98€ is in accordance with the values stipulated in the “Regulations for Research Grants of the Foundation for Science and Technology” in force https://www.fct.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Tabela-de-Valores-SMM_atualizacao-2024.pdf and shall be rendered through a monthly bank transfer to an account held by the grantee.
The candidates should have a BSc degree in Operating Systems and Architectures or in Networking and Telecommunications
By the grant start date, the candidate must be enrolled in
- a MSc programme – art. 6º, n.1
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
or
- a non-degree programme – art. 6º, n. 2
https://files.dre.pt/2s/2019/12/241000000/0009100105.pdf
Preferential factors:
The candidate must be enrolled in a master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
This project requires extensive expertise across multiple fields, namely cybersecurity, computer networks, and distributed systems Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Cybersecurity.
Portuguese, full professional proficiency.
English, full professional proficiency.
The selection will be according to the aacademic record of the candidate and interest for the following areas of research:
- 20% proficiency in at least one programming language,
- 40% track record in computer science/engineering courses, especially in security and distributed systems,
- 40% experience (and/or interest) in Cybersecurity Management and Regulations.
The Jury may interview the first three (3) candidates with higher classification. In order to perform a more objective evaluation of some of the criteria, the interview will count for 50% of the evaluation of each criteria above.
The jury may also decide not to assign the scholarship, if none of candidates meets the required conditions
- Applications are formalised by sending an email to rh@inesc-id.pt with the documents stated bellow and in pdf form.
- The application email should clearly state the reference of the research grant and project.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- INESC ID
- Country
- Portugal
- State/Province
- Lisbon
- City
- Lisbon
- Postal Code
- 1000-029
- Street
- Rua Alves Redol, 9
- Geofield
Contact
- State/Province
- Lisboa
- City
- Lisboa
- Website
- Street
- Rua Alves Redol, 9
- Postal Code
- 1000-029
- rh@inesc-id.pt