Marcio Duarte

Federal University of Viçosa (UFV), Brazil is advertising a fully funded PhD position in Animal Science through its Graduate Program in Animal Science. This opportunity is aimed at highly motivated international candidates interested in animal science research, with emphasis on graduate training, scientific innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The program is part of the College of Agricultural Sciences at UFV and is described as one of the leading Animal Science graduate programs in South America. The post highlights a strong research environment, modern infrastructure, and opportunities across multiple areas of animal science. The broader academic context also connects to muscle biology and related agricultural/life-science research interests. Funding: the selected candidate will receive full financial support for up to four years, including an annual tax-free stipend and a full tuition waiver, subject to satisfactory academic performance and compliance with program regulations. Eligibility: applicants must hold a BSc degree in Animal Science or a related field and must be non-Brazilian citizens. All application materials must be submitted in English, and shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online in English. Application materials: diploma/certificate copy, CV with research activities from the past three years, a research statement (1.5-line spacing, up to five pages excluding cover page and references), and contact information for three referees. Deadline: applications must be submitted by 2026-06-19. How to apply: email all materials and inquiries to the Graduate Program in Animal Science at UFV using the contact emails provided in the post.