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Susana Isabel Pinto Teixeira Pereira Soares

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PhD holder Researcher in Food Chemistry (Reference REQUIMTE 2026-51) REQUIMTE - Rede de Química 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
Medical Science
Fluorescence Spectroscopy
Chromatography
Taste Perception
Polysaccharide

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REQUIMTE – Rede de Química e Tecnologia is recruiting one PhD holder Researcher for a temporary, full-time position in Food Chemistry under the project WASTE2TASTE – Sustainable approaches for transforming Agri-Food Waste into Flavourful Experiences. The work is aimed at developing plant-based ingredient formulations with improved sensory profiles and added functional properties, within a research environment focused on the transformation of agri-food waste into value-added, flavourful products.

The position is based at FCUP in Porto, Portugal, and is associated with a non-fixed-term work contract. The project is funded by FEDER funds (COMPETE 2030) and national funds through FCT/MECI. The monthly remuneration is EUR 2,408.11 (level 33 of the Portuguese Single Salary Table).

The call is open to national, foreign, and stateless candidates who hold a doctorate in Chemistry or related areas and have a scientific and professional CV suited to the research tasks. The position particularly values experience in the characterization and quantification of functional compounds such as polyphenols, proteins, and polysaccharides; flavour perception studies, especially astringency perception; in vitro cell culture models that mimic the oral cavity; and advanced analytical and physicochemical methods including (ultra)-high-performance chromatography and fluorescence spectroscopy, as well as molecular biology tools such as SDS-PAGE.

Selection is based on scientific and curricular evaluation, with emphasis on the coherence of the candidate’s CV, participation in research projects and student supervision, the quality of publications, and relevant hands-on experience in molecular/cellular assays and research leadership roles. Candidates reaching at least 50% in the assessed parameters are eligible, and interviews may be held for the best-ranked candidates within 10% of the top score.

Applications must be submitted electronically through https://www.requimte.com/ with the required documents in PDF format: curriculum vitae, motivational letter, qualifications certificate, and other relevant documentation. The application period runs from 24 August 2026 to 4 September 2026. The selected candidate will be notified by email, and the final decision is expected after the evaluation process described in the announcement.

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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