EU Funded Scholarships and academics in Spain

11 February 2022

According to our experts at Fastepo, this post provides information about EU funding opportunities for PhD and academic projects at different universities in Spain.

The European Commission (Eu) in Spain

The European Commission has been funding projects in Spain since 2007 when it launched the “Europe for Citizens” program. This program offers funding to promote citizenship, information, and dialogue (CID) and to support civil society organizations (CSOs). The European Commission also provides support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through grants and loans.

The European Commission is a powerful, independent institution that is responsible for proposing legislation and implementing decisions in the EU. This post will explore the different funds that are available for Spanish projects.

Available EU Funding for Scholarships and Academic Projects in Spain

Listed below are the EU-funded Scholarships and projects in Spain, along with their details:

Title: PhD Position on Edge-Cloud Orchestration and ML-based Resource Management in the Cloud-edge Continuum (EU Funding Spain)

Organisation/Company: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)

Research Field: Computer science » Computer architecture

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Deadline: 29.02.2024

Type of Contract: To be defined

Summary:

The Centre of Industrial Electronics (CEI) at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) is seeking a dynamic and talented PhD student to undertake a project in Edge-Cloud Orchestration for Reconfigurable Systems. This PhD research will explore various cutting-edge areas:

  1. Collaborative computation offloading, both vertically and horizontally.
  2. Developing Machine-Learning models for Reconfigurable Systems.
  3. Scheduling and resource management across cloud-edge networks.
  4. Infrastructure development for the distribution of reconfigurable hardware accelerators.

The selected candidate will join an international and enthusiastic team, engaging in this three-year project as part of the MYRTUS project funded by the European Commission. This position includes a comprehensive package: a gross salary of €24,000 per year paid monthly, health insurance, and funds for attending conferences, summer schools, and workshops.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
  • Previous research experience in the relevant fields is highly valued.

Preferred Skills:

  • Proficiency in C and Python programming.
  • Experience with embedded software for microcontrollers and FPGA design using VHDL or Verilog.
  • A strong foundation in Machine Learning.
  • Knowledge of distributed algorithms.
  • A high level of proficiency in English; Spanish is beneficial but not mandatory.

This position is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about contributing to groundbreaking research in a collaborative and innovative environment.

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Title: PhD positions on RISC-V based Systems-on-a-Chip for Iot and Safety Critical Applications (EU Funding Spain)

Organisation/Company: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)

Research Field: Computer science

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Deadline: 29.02.2024

Type of Contract: To be defined

Summary:

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid’s Centre of Industrial Electronics seeks PhD students or Research Engineers for research in reconfigurable SoCs based on RISC-V. The role involves developing SoCs for IoT and safety-critical applications, designing ultra-low power architectures, and working on digital designs for processor extensions. The position includes a 3-year PhD contract with a €24,000 annual salary and benefits like health insurance and coverage for academic events.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
  • Previous research experience in relevant areas is highly valued.

Preferred Skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of digital hardware design and VHDL.
  • Familiarity with ASIC design flows and tools.
  • Experience in designing mixed software/hardware systems.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
  • Experience with RISC-V is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in English is mandatory; Spanish is optional.

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Title: PostDoc position on RISC-V architectures for Safety Critical Domains (EU Funding Spain)

Organisation/Company: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)

Research Field: Computer science » Computer architecture

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)

Deadline: 29.02.2024

Type of Contract: To be defined

Summary:

At the Centre of Industrial Electronics (CEI) of Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), talented PostDoc researchers are sought for domain-specific adaptive processing systems, focusing on the RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA). This role involves engaging in various activities, such as developing RISC-V ISA extensions, hardware accelerators for safety-critical applications, and customizing for Space and Defense applications. Additionally, the position entails working on the physical design and ASIC implementations of RISC-V based Systems on Chips (SoCs), along with dynamic reconfiguration and embedded FPGAs for on-demand ISA extensions. The successful candidate will join an international, enthusiastic team and contribute to private and public-funded projects. This three-year PhD contract offers a competitive salary (€35,000 – €45,000), health insurance, and funding for conferences and workshops.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
  • Prior research in relevant fields is highly valued.

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of digital hardware design and VHDL.
  • Proficiency in high-level synthesis tools for FPGAs.
  • C/C++ programming skills for embedded systems.
  • Experience with RISC-V processors and cryptographic solutions.
  • Excellent command of English; Spanish is beneficial but not mandatory.

More Details and Apply.

Title: Catalan Industrial Doctorates (EU Funding Spain)

ORGANIZATION NAME: Catalan Administration

ORGANIZATION COUNTRY: Spain

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Subject to potential changes.

RESEARCH AREAS: Formal Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, Social Sciences

CANDIDATE LEVEL: Early Stage Researcher (Pre-PhD level)

Summary:

The Industrial Doctorates Scheme, established by the Catalan Administration in collaboration with the Catalan academic and research community, focuses on several key objectives:

  1. Enhancing the competitive edge and global outreach of the Catalan industrial sector.
  2. Preserving and attracting local and international talent.
  3. Providing doctoral candidates with opportunities to engage in R&D&I projects in collaboration with the industry. IMPORTANT: The program offers two funding models: 1) Shared funding in Catalonia (DI-COF) and 2) Dedicated funding (DI-AJUT ESP).

More Details and Apply.

Title: Programa de Doctorados Industriales – Universidad de Cantabria (EU Funding Spain)

ORGANISATION NAME: University of Cantabria

ORGANISATION COUNTRY: Spain

DEADLINE DATE: Deadline may be subject to changes.

RESEARCH FIELD: Professions and applied sciences

CAREER STAGE: First Stage Researcher (R1) (Up to the point of PhD)

Summary:

The University of Cantabria is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring researchers. This initiative aims to foster the development of doctorate-level expertise in research-intensive programs, specifically tailored for the business and industrial sectors. The program is designed to be transparent, fair, and highly competitive, offering a total of 5 scholarships. These are available across various scientific, technical, or technological domains, with a strong emphasis on applications relevant to industry.

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Title: Ramón y Cajal Programme (EU Funding Spain)

ORGANISATION NAME: Spanish State Research Agency

ORGANISATION COUNTRY: Spain

DEADLINE DATE: Deadline may be subject to changes.

RESEARCH FIELD: Formal sciences, Humanities, Natural sciences, Professions and applied sciences and Social sciences

CAREER STAGE: Established Researcher (R3) (Researchers who have developed a level of independence)

Description

The initiative offers funding for up to 175 grants, each extending over five years, aimed at hiring researchers who earned their PhDs after January 1, 2003. This funding partially covers both the salaries and the employer’s social security contributions for the researchers during the grant period. The program is designed to facilitate professional integration into research and development centers and provides an extra €40,000 to cover costs associated with conducting the research project.

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Title: Torres Quevedo Programme (EU Funding Spain)

ORGANISATION NAME: Spanish State Research Agency

ORGANISATION COUNTRY: Spain

DEADLINE DATE: Deadline may be subject to changes.

RESEARCH FIELD: Formal sciences, Humanities, Natural sciences, Professions and applied sciences and Social sciences

CAREER STAGE: Recognised Researcher (R2) (PhD holders or equivalent who are not yet fully independent), Established Researcher (R3) (Researchers who have developed a level of independence) and Leading Researcher (R4) (Researchers leading their research area or field)

Description

Promote the recruitment of PhD holders by companies, technology centers, innovation support centers, business associations, and science and technology parks for the execution of specific industrial research projects, experimental development initiatives, or preliminary technical feasibility studies. Additionally, foster their professional development and training.

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