Post Doctorate Opportunity

The available position is intended for the selection of PhD holders who will perform duties within the scope of the project “DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNOLOGIES FOR MONETIZATION OF PRE-SALT NATURAL GAS 01/2022 – LINE 1.” The candidate is expected not only to provide technical support but also to take an active and intellectual role in various aspects of the research project, as well as to contribute as a collaborator in other projects where their involvement is substantial and relevant. The selected professional will be integrated into interdisciplinary studies focused on developing research related to catalysis, with a specific emphasis on the methane oxidation reaction.

Mandatory requirements:

• Full dedication to the research project;

• Analytical thinking focused on innovation and problem-solving;

• Proven record of academic publications;

• Ability to work within a collaborative network involving multiple related projects.

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience in conducting research projects;

• Experience and interest in learning characterization techniques such as XRD, TEM, FTIR, Raman, UV-Vis, and Fluorescence, as well as techniques related to the quantification of liquid and gaseous products, including GC-FID, GC-TCD, GC-MS, GC-BID, and NMR;

• Knowledge of English.

Benefits:

• Monthly scholarship of R$ 6,000.00 for up to 14 months, subject to performance reports and bimonthly evaluation of progress indicators.

Selection criteria:

• Full dedication to the research project;

• Analytical and innovative mindset with strong problem-solving skills;

• Proven academic publication record;

• Ability to collaborate across multiple related projects within the Finep proposal framework;

• Experience in the field of catalysis.

Interested applicants must send an email by October 19 expressing their interest and including the link to their Lattes CV to Prof. Dr. Ivo Freitas Teixeira (ivo@ufscar.br).