Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Chemistry

Organisation/Company

FAPESP - São Paulo Research Foundation

Research Field

Chemistry

Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)

Application Deadline

4 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (UTC)

Country

Brazil

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Not Applicable

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

This call refers to a Post-Doctoral Fellowship associated with the Thematic Project “Development of Photoactive Pigments Derived from L-Tyrosine for Advanced Applications”, funded by the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) and currently in progress at the University of São Paulo's Institute of Chemistry (IQ-USP) in São Paulo, Brazil.

The project focuses on the production of natural pigments derived from L-DOPA metabolism, using biotechnological and chemoenzymatic approaches combined with semisynthesis. The research explores synthetic strategies and investigates the relationship between molecular structure and functional properties.

In addition to developing sustainable and biocompatible synthetic routes to designed compounds, the work involves comprehensive structural, physicochemical, and photophysical characterization, with particular emphasis on applications as fluorophores, advanced antioxidants, and sun-protective agents.

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a PhD degree obtained within the last 7 (seven) years prior to the start of the fellowship, from a recognized higher education or research institution in Brazil or abroad, with relevant academic production in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.

For detailed information on eligibility requirements, rights, duties, and commitments of post-doctoral fellows, candidates are strongly
encouraged to consult the FAPESP Post-Doctoral Fellowship guidelines, available at: https://fapesp.br/en/postdoc and https://mentoriapd.fapesp.br/bolsista .

The fellowship is initially awarded for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for additional periods, up to a maximum total
duration of 48 months, in accordance with FAPESP regulations.

Requirements

In addition to the general eligibility criteria, applicants are expected to demonstrate:

- PhD degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related areas;

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;

- Broad scientific curiosity combined with a focused and independent research profile;

- Solid background in at least three of the following areas: enzymology, biocatalysis, natural products, analytical chemistry, and photochemistry;

- Proficiency in written and spoken English;

- Full-time and exclusive dedication to the research project;

- Ability to present scientific results clearly, both orally and in writing;

- Availability to work on-site at the Institute of Chemistry (USP), São Paulo.

- Experience with cell culture, molecular biology, luminescent natural products, organic synthesis, or photoprotection studies will be considered an advantage but is not mandatory.

Applications

Applications will be accepted from January 20, 2026 to February 4, 2026.

Interested candidates should apply by sending an email to elbastos@usp.br , with the subject line: “Postdoctoral Fellowship – Natural Pigments”

The following documents must be submitted in English, as a single PDF file:

- Short CV (maximum 4 pages; English or Portuguese accepted; FAPESP format available at https://fapesp.br/en/6351 );

- Motivation letter (1–2 pages), describing research interests, alignment with the fellowship theme, and relevant prior experience;

- Up to two representative publications (published, accepted, or submitted);

- One letter of recommendation.

This opportunity is open to candidates of any nationality. The selected candidate will receive a FAPESP Post-Doctoral fellowship in the amount of R$ 12,570.00 monthly and a research contingency fund, equivalent to 10% of the annual value of the fellowship which should be spent on items directly related to the research activity. 
 
More information about the fellowship is at: fapesp.br/oportunidades/8876 .

Website

http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades/8876

Eligible destination country/ies for fellows:

• Brazil

Eligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence:

• All

Eligibility of fellows: nationality/ies:

• All

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Instituto de Química, Universidade de São Paulo (IQ-USP)

Country

Brazil

State/Province

São Paulo

City

São Paulo

Postal Code

05508-000

Street

Av. Prof. Lineu Prestes, 748

Geofield

State/Province

São Paulo

City

São Paulo

Website

http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades/

Street

R. Pio XI, 1500 - Alto da Lapa

Postal Code

05468-901

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