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FAPESP Postgraduate Fellowship
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Reverse Vaccinology, Molecular Biology, and Avian Influenza Nanovaccine Development State University of Campinas in Brazil
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Aug 6, 2026
Country
Brazil
University
University of Campinas

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FAPESP is advertising a postdoctoral fellowship in reverse vaccinology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, virology, and nanovaccine development at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, State University of Campinas (FCF-Unicamp) in Campinas, Brazil.
The project, titled “Advances in Reverse Vaccinology and Molecular Biology: Disruptive Strategies for Avian Influenza Mitigation and Food Sustainability”, focuses on the development of an innovative outer membrane vesicle (OMV)-based nanovaccine derived from attenuated and genetically modified Salmonella enterica. The selected fellow will work on hemagglutinin (HA) antigen expression designed through reverse vaccinology (COBRA), molecular modeling of immunogens, genetic engineering of hypervesicular strains, optimization of OMV production and purification in a bioreactor, and biophysical nanocharacterization plus preliminary immunostimulatory and immunogenic testing in vitro.
Eligibility highlights: PhD completed less than seven years ago in Biotechnology, Immunology, Virology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields; proven laboratory experience in molecular biology and/or cell culture; independent, proactive experimental work; strong organization; full-time dedication. Desired experience includes MUSCLE, BepiPred, vesicle purification, DLS, TEM, zeta potential, Western blot, qPCR, statistical analysis, publication record, and scientific writing in English.
Funding: FAPESP scholarship stipend of R$ 12,570.00. One vacancy is available.
Deadline: 2026-08-06. The position is open to candidates of any nationality.
How to apply: Send a single PDF by email to [email protected] including an updated CV/Lattes CV, motivation letter (max 500 words), proof of PhD completion, and contact details for an academic reference. Use the subject line “Post-Doctoral Application - OMVs H5N1”.
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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