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REQUIMTE - Rede de Quimica e Tecnologia

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PhD Holder Researcher in Food Chemistry and Agri-Food Waste Valorization REQUIMTE - Rede de Quimica e Tecnologia in Portugal

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 4, 2026

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Portugal

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REQUIMTE - Rede de Quimica e Tecnologia

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Chemistry
Food Science
Biology
Nutrition
Medical Science
Fluorescence Spectroscopy
Chromatography
Tissue Culture
Taste Perception
Polysaccharide

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REQUIMTE - Rede de Quimica e Tecnologia in Porto, Portugal is recruiting a PhD holder researcher for an international call in Food Chemistry within the WASTE2TASTE project, “Sustainable approaches for transforming Agri-Food Waste into Flavourful Experiences.” The work focuses on developing plant-based ingredient formulations with improved sensory profiles and added functional properties.

The position is a temporary, full-time research contract for a non-fixed term. The monthly salary is EUR 2,408.11. The project is funded by FEDER / COMPETE 2030 and national funds through FCT/MECI.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in Chemistry or related areas. Strong preference is given to candidates with experience in functional compounds (polyphenols, proteins, polysaccharides), food matrices, flavour perception and especially astringency, in vitro cell culture models of the oral cavity, and analytical methods such as chromatography, fluorescence spectroscopy, and SDS-PAGE.

The selection panel includes Susana Isabel Pinto Teixeira Pereira Soares (Assistant Professor, University of Porto), Andreia de Sousa Fernandes, and Joana Catarina Pereira Guedes. The workplace is at FCUP in Porto.

Applications must be submitted online at the REQUIMTE website with a CV, motivational letter, qualification certificate, and other relevant documents in PDF format. The deadline is 2026-09-04.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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