Assistant Professor in Language Sciences – Portuguese Studies

About the role

The University of Aveiro, a public Portuguese university, is holding an international public competition for one Assistant Professor in Language Sciences, in the subarea of Portuguese Studies with a weighting for language acquisition. The successful candidate will teach and supervise students in Portuguese studies and language sciences, carry out research in Portuguese studies and language acquisition, publish peer-reviewed work, and contribute to the scientific and pedagogical development of the area, including a scientific-pedagogical project covering the first five years in post. The appointment is on an indefinite-term contract with a five-year trial period. Applicants must hold a PhD in Language Sciences, Portuguese Studies or a closely related field, with a strong publication record as described in the competition notice; a PhD obtained abroad must be recognised in Portugal. Applications may be submitted in Portuguese or English with a completed and signed application form, detailed CV, up to five selected papers with a justification document, a report on scientific, educational and other activities, the five-year scientific-pedagogical project and citation data. The application deadline is 18 November 2026.

Requirements

PhD in Language Sciences, Portuguese Studies or a related discipline At least five peer-reviewed articles or book chapters, including at least two in language acquisition, or three books or journal issues including at least one in language acquisition Proof of recognition in Portugal if the PhD was obtained abroad Completed application form, CV, selected papers and five-year scientific-pedagogical project submitted by the deadline Ability to teach and work in Portuguese or English

Skills