Field of knowledge: General Biology
FAPESP Process No.: 2021/10265-8
Project title: Theranostic Innovation Center in Cancer (CancerThera)
Area of activity: Oncology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Research
Number of positions: 1
Principal Investigator: Carmino Antônio de Souza
Unit/Institution: School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas (FCM/Unicamp)
Application deadline: March 31, 2026
Published on: February 26, 2026
Location: Molecular Oncology Laboratory | Rua Tessália Vieira de Camargo, 126, Campinas, SP, Brazil
Application email: oncomol@unicamp.br
The selected candidate will work on a research project within the Clinical Arm of CancerThera, aiming to evaluate the tumor genomic profile and the transcriptomic profile of adipose tissue, as well as the inflammatory and metabolic profiles associated with radiopharmaceutical uptake assessed by imaging exams.
A collaborative profile is sought for multidisciplinary work (molecular biology, pathology, and clinical research). Fluency in Portuguese is mandatory for patient care and direct communication.
Requirements:
- Degree in Life Sciences and a PhD obtained less than seven years ago in Molecular Biology or Medical Pathophysiology;
- Proven experience in molecular biology techniques, clinical pathology, and translational research with human samples;
- Basic knowledge or strong motivation to work in bioinformatics and omics data analysis;
- Full-time dedication availability;
- Demonstrated ability in scientific communication in English and clinical communication in Portuguese;
- International experience or availability and interest in academic exchange;
- International scientific publications;
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Interested candidates must send an email including their CV (Lattes), a statement of interest, and two letters of recommendation to oncomol@unicamp.br and pjuliani@unicamp.br by March 31, 2026.
Candidates selected in the first stage will be invited for an online interview. The position is open to Brazilian and foreign applicants.
The selected candidate will receive a FAPESP Postdoctoral Fellowship in the amount of R$ 12,570.00 per month and a Technical Reserve equivalent to 10% of the annual fellowship amount to cover unforeseen expenses directly related to research activities.
CancerThera is supported by Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP) as a Research, Innovation and Dissemination Center (CEPID), headquartered at the Centro de Hematologia e Hemoterapia da Unicamp (Hemocentro), at the Universidade Estadual de Campinas.
