Offer Description
Activities and context: We are looking for exceptionally motivated and innovative candidates for a post-doctoral position in the Thematic Project entitled “Septin filaments: structure, polymerization and performance in pathologies”. The candidate will be expected to use both negative stain and cryo-EM for the study of different oligomeric septin complexes in search of high-resolution structures and to answer specific biological questions. It is expected that complementary biophysical techniques will also be employed when necessary.
Mandatory requirements: Candidates must hold a PhD degree (obtained within the last 7 years) or be very close to completing their PhD at the time of application. Experience in protein production and purification, crystallography, and cryo-electron microscopy is required. This opportunity is open to candidates of any nationality.
How to apply: Interested candidates should send applications by email to Richard C. Garratt (richard@ifsc.usp.br) by 09/07/2026, including the following:
- A letter describing which position you are applying for and describing your motivation;
- A CV including your academic experience, publications, and related information demonstrating your research experience and abilities;
- Recommendation letter from the advisor or supervisor.
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.
Where to apply
Website: http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades/9745
Additional Information
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Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Instituto de Física de São Carlos, Universidade de São Paulo (IFSC-USP)
Country: Brazil
State/Province: São Paulo
City: São Carlos
Contact
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
