1.1 How do I become a member of CEI-Iscte?

The CEI-Iscte team is composed of Integrated Members, Associate/Collaborating Members, and PhD students/fellows.

• Integrated Member – researchers whose only institutional affiliation is CEI-Iscte.
• Associate Member – researchers with some level of formal involvement with CEI-Iscte.

Researchers interested in becoming members or collaborators should fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/…

Applications will be reviewed by the Board and the Scientific Committee. Researchers who are not members but intend to designate CEI-Iscte as their host institution in national or international project applications must first submit their intention to the Board.

1.2 How do I obtain a workstation at Iscte?

To request a workstation, please send an email to cei@iscte-iul.pt. Indicate your full name; contract type; project/grant name and reference; contract start and end dates; and the name of your supervisor(s). Whenever possible, CEI provides a workstation computer.

1.3 How do I get an e-mail account and access to Iscte networks?

The request is made through CEI-Iscte by providing: full name; gender; ID document type and number; birth date; nationality; home address; personal email; academic degree; category; and activity start/end dates.

Iscte IT Services will assign a username and password to access online services (Fénix, E-Learning, email, Library Databases, etc.). More information can be found here.

1.4 How may I obtain a statement of Iscte as host institution?

Please send an email request to CEI-Iscte at cei@iscte-iul.pt.

1.5 If I need an ethical opinion, what should I do?

Proposals involving ethical matters must be analyzed by the Iscte Ethics Committee. Requests should be addressed to the Rector with all supporting documentation. Information available here.

1.6 I would like to publish my research results, where should I do it?

Contact CEI-Iscte for lists of relevant publications in your field, particularly those in major international indexing databases. Iscte also edits 9 scientific journals.

1.7 Who owns the copyright of my scientific publications? May I share results in open access?

Unless otherwise stated by publishers, copyright belongs to the authors. Under the FCT and Iscte Open Access Policies, research outputs must be deposited in the Iscte Repository. An embargo period is allowed, after which content must be freely available.

1.8 Where can I find more information about research at Iscte?

The Research Support Office prepares the Iscte Mundi ebook annually for newcomers. Some Research Units also provide specific welcome manuals.

1.9 Where can I consult the evaluation regulations for contracted researchers?

The regulations for Iscte contracted researchers can be consulted here.

2.1 How can I find information on funding opportunities?

Opportunities are shared via CEI-Iscte in coordination with the Research Support Office (GAI). If you are interested in a specific call, contact CEI-Iscte for assistance.

2.2 What kind of assistance can I get when preparing a candidacy?

Support includes identifying opportunities, establishing consortia, institutional documentation/signatures, and verifying eligibility requirements.

2.3 Do fellowship eligibility requirements differ from programme to programme?

Yes. Each funding call publishes its own specific eligibility requirements that candidates must meet.

2.4 How should I refer the affiliation on scientific production?

Per Rector’s Order No. 116/2016, affiliation must be written in full and in Portuguese regardless of the language of the publication:

Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (ISCTE-IUL), Centro de Estudos Internacionais, Lisboa, Portugal

Identification must not be made in English.

3.1 When can I request reimbursement of an expense?

Currently, reimbursements are allowed for conference registrations, article submissions, and small expenses up to 50€, provided they include an invoice to Iscte (NIF 501510184) and proof of payment.

3.2 I would like to attend a conference/scientific meeting, what is the procedure?

Researchers must submit a Travel Authorization Request at least 5 days in advance. For Iscte to cover expenses, you must have available funding and submit a Purchase Request Form at least 1 month in advance.

3.3 Upon returning from a mission, what documents should I bring?

You must provide boarding passes and a certificate of participation (or a mission report if a certificate is unavailable). To request per diems, fill out the “Reimbursement Note” and the itinerary sheet.

3.3.1 How can I use Research Support Funds for conferences?

These funds cover travel, accommodation (up to 3*), and registrations. In 2026, researchers have 700€ available (plus 700€ retroactive for active 2025 contracts). Mandatory FCT funding references must be included in presentations.

3.4 How may I buy equipment or acquire a service?

Submit a Purchase Request Form at least 30 days in advance (45 days for international travel). Note that during the holiday period (July 27 to September 8, 2026), acquisition processes are suspended.

3.5 CEI Funds and Research Support

3.5.1 How can I benefit from research support for publications?

CEI provides support for proofreading and Open Access fees for integrated PhD researchers and fellows. References to FCT support are mandatory. A global annual fund of 12,000€ is available for international indexed publications.

3.5.2 How does fund management work in SIGEST/SINGAP?

Management depends on the entity: Iscte-CI/SIGEST (NIF 516 155 636) or Iscte/SINGAP (NIF 501 510 184). Check the summary table for the correct procedure.

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