FAPESP Nanotechnology Fellowship 2026 in Brazil | Paid

Applicants must hold a PhD in Biotechnology, Science, Chemistry or a related field and have practical experience matching the experimental work, such as nanomaterial synthesis, cell culture, 3D culture and spectroscopic characterization of nanomaterials. The call explicitly states that candidates of any nationality can apply.

The selected researcher will receive R$12,570 per month through a FAPESP Post-Doctoral Fellowship. In addition, there is a research contingency fund equal to 10% of the fellowship’s annual value intended for research expenses.

The fellowship is based at the Institute of Physics of São Carlos, University of São Paulo (IFSC-USP). The project focuses on biomimetic nanosystems for glioblastoma treatment and involves laboratory work in nanotechnology, cancer biology, immunology and drug delivery.

Practical work includes tumour-cell and T-lymphocyte culture, development of biomimetic drug-delivery nanosystems, nanomaterial synthesis and optimisation, 3D cell-culture work, physicochemical and morphological characterisation, and in-vitro testing of developed systems using techniques like DLS, NTA, AFM, TEM, SEM and Raman spectroscopy.

Yes. The opportunity explicitly states that applicants of all nationalities and all countries of residence are eligible. International applicants should still consider immigration and relocation logistics if selected to begin research in São Carlos.

This is a FAPESP Post-Doctoral Fellowship paying R$12,570 per month rather than a standard employment contract. The fellowship provides personal support for the researcher while the contingency fund supports research-related expenses.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in nanoparticle synthesis, biomimetic membranes, microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, tumour-cell models and drug-delivery systems. The selection favors candidates with strong laboratory experience aligned with the project’s experimental methods.

Applications should include a focused CV or résumé highlighting laboratory techniques, nanomaterials, cell models and publications most relevant to the fellowship, plus links to the applicant’s Lattes CV and other academic profiles. Tailoring the CV to technical alignment is strongly advised.

The last date to apply for the FAPESP Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Nanotechnology is 30 August 2026. Applicants should avoid last-minute generic submissions and submit a focused CV that shows direct alignment with the project requirements.

Candidates should email the application to the listed contact ([email protected]) using the subject line: PD Healthcare Scholarship – [First Name and Last Name]. The email should include a CV or résumé and links to the Lattes CV and other relevant academic profiles.