PhD – Genetic counselling – Portugal

A call is open for the hiring of a junior researcher, for an uncertain term and non‑exclusive, full‑time work contract, to carry out research duties within the scope of the “MAG-SUDOE” project, with reference S2/4.5/P0159, funded by the ERDF through the Interreg Sudoe VI-B Program 2021-2027.

This project aims to study the process of implementing genetic counselling supervision in South-Western Europe and in particular (1) explore the implementation of genetic counselling mentoring services; (2) assess the psychological impact of supervision on genetic counsellors and other genetic health care professionals; (3) explore the effects on clinical practice of these professionals and, finally, (4) inform the development of national genetic counselling mentoring services in these countries.

The results of this project are therefore intended to contribute valuable knowledge to policy makers and healthcare professionals, providing a starting point for decision-making and collaborative efforts to promote genetic counselling supervision practices at regional and international scales.

Requirements

• Candidates with a PhD in Genetic Counselling, Psychology, Biomedical Sciences, or related public health fields;
• Letter of Motivation in English;
• Relevant publications in the field of genetic counseling, with particular emphasis on the topic of genetic counseling mentoring;
• Solid experience in mixed research methodologies;
• Contact information for two references – to be contacted only if applicable to the interview phase;
• Fluent in English (spoken and written);
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills;
• Immediate availability to start the contract.

Benefits

Monthly remuneration of 1567.68 €, equivalent to two thirds (2/3) of the renumeration corresponding to index 33 of the Single Remuneration Table, with application foreseen for doctorates with reduced post-doctoral experience.

Organisation/Company – Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde da Universidade do Porto (i3S).

Field of research – Medical sciences » Other.

Research profile – First Stage Researcher (R1).

Country – Portugal.

Application deadline – 6 Feb 2026 – 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon).

More information: Euraxess