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Andreia J. Amaral

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Post-Doctoral Research Grant in Molecular Biotechnology and Gene Editing (OptiGenPIG/BIPD/2/2026) University of Évora in Portugal

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Postdoc

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Available

Deadline

Nov 24, 2026

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University of Évora

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Cell Biology
Biology
Veterinary Science
Animal Physiology
Genome Editing
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About this position

This post-doctoral research grant is hosted by the University of Évora, within the School of Science and Technology and the MED — Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development. The project, OptiGenPIG, focuses on an artificial-intelligence-based genomic optimisation algorithm for precision animal breeding of the Alentejano pig, and the grant supports the in vitro experimental validation of the project’s biological proof of concept.

The selected researcher will work on the experimental side of a translational workflow that connects computational predictions with laboratory validation. The project aims to reproduce combinations of genetic variants predicted by the AI algorithm through gene editing in porcine cells, then feed the biological results back into the computational model. This makes the grant especially suited to a researcher interested in combining molecular biotechnology with animal genetics and applied gene editing.

Work will centre on porcine cell systems and gene-editing validation, with activities spanning the establishment and optimisation of primary porcine cell cultures, the execution of multiplexed editing protocols, selection of edited populations, and molecular verification of edits. The role also involves viability and cellular function assessment of edited lines, together with broader contribution to the project’s dissemination through publications and conference presentations.

The project is led by Prof. Andreia J. Amaral, with scientific supervision by Prof. Ana Faustino and collaboration from Prof. Elisa Bettencourt. The selection panel also includes Prof.ª Doutora Célia Maria Miguel Antunes and Prof. Rui Charneca. The position is embedded in a multidisciplinary environment linking molecular biotechnology, cell biology, animal physiology and veterinary sciences.

The post is awarded as a Post-Doctoral Research Grant (BIPD) and runs for 24 months, with work expected to begin in December 2026. The grant is supported by the Alentejo Regional Programme 2021–2027.

Funding details

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What's required

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Molecular Biotechnology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Animal Physiology, Veterinary Sciences or a related field, obtained within the three years preceding the application date. The post-doctoral research must be carried out at a host institution other than the one where the doctoral work was developed, unless an exception applies under the regulations. Candidates must have proven hands-on experience in CRISPR/Cas gene editing (Cas9 and/or Cas12), including guide RNA design, delivery into cells and molecular verification of edits, as well as proven experience in animal cell culture including primary cultures. They must also command standard molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid extraction, PCR, qPCR, cloning and sequencing library preparation, and have written and spoken English suitable for scientific production and international collaboration. Preferred experience includes multiplexed editing, fibroblasts and porcine/livestock cells, flow cytometry and cell sorting, sequencing data analysis, in vivo procedures, FELASA training, cryopreservation, cell bank establishment, good laboratory practice, bioinformatics/programming in R or Python, and relevant scientific output.

How to apply

Send the application by email to [email protected] with reference OptiGenPIG/BIPD/2/2026 in the subject line. Submit the required PDF documents, including motivation letter, CV, doctoral degree certificate, sworn statement, and any optional supporting documents. Applications may be written in Portuguese or English.

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Prof. at University of Évora

University Name
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Portugal

Research Interests

Cell Biology

Animal Physiology

Genome Editing

Veterinary Science

Bioinformatic

Prof. at University of Évora

University Name
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Portugal

Research Interests

Pharmacology

Veterinary Pathology

Cancer Biology

Animal Experimentation

Carcinogenesis

Prof. at University of Évora

University Name
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Portugal

Research Interests

Cell Biology

Animal Physiology

Veterinary Science

Biology

Genome Editing

Prof.ª Doutora at University of Évora

University Name
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Portugal

Research Interests

Cell Biology

Biology

Animal Physiology

Genome Editing

Veterinary Science

Prof. at University of Évora

University Name
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Portugal

Research Interests

Animal Science

Food Science

Animal Nutrition

Adipose Tissue Biology

Genomic