Fellow will work at LNLS/CNPEM (Campinas, SP) and IQUSP (São Paulo, SP); applications accepted until November 1, 2025.
The Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM), in collaboration with the University of São Paulo (USP), is offering a post-doctoral fellowship (R$ 12,000.00) as part of the USP-CNPEM joint call for candidates. This opportunity involves developing cells and sample environments compatible with in operando synchrotron studies in order to investigate plasmonic materials and high entropy oxides prepared using mechanochemical techniques.
Supervised by Prof. Paulo de Oliveira, PhD (IQUSP) and Amélie Rochet, PhD (LNLS/CNPEM)
The deadline for applications is November 1, 2025.
Lines and activities
- Design and implement new experimental environments dedicated to the QUATI beamline (LNLS/Sirius).
- Integrate time-resolved X-ray absorption spectroscopy with electrochemical measurements.
- Explore coupling with complementary techniques such as Raman spectroscopy.
- Contribute to integrated analysis of spectroscopic and electrochemical data in order to elucidate reaction mechanisms in electroactive materials.
Background and application requirements:
- Completed doctorate in Natural Sciences or Engineering.
- Proven experience in electrochemistry, preferably applied to energy storage or generation.
- Knowledge of XAS spectroscopy or related techniques a plus.
- Knowledge of Python programming desirable (for spectroscopic analysis and data integration).
- Availability to work in the cities of Campinas and São Paulo.
Working details
Activities will be carried out at the LNLS/CNPEM (Campinas) and IQUSP (São Paulo), under the supervision of Prof. Paulo de Oliveira, PhD (IQUSP) and Amélie Rochet, PhD (LNLS/CNPEM).
Fellowship details
Monthly value: R$ 12,000.00
Initial duration: 12 months
Possible renewal: for up to 12 months, subject to assessment of the scientific report and budget availability
How to apply
Please send your CV and list of publications along with TWO professional references to: paulofmo@usp.br and amelie.rochet@lnls.br
Important dates:
Applications received until November 1, 2025.
Activities begin December 1, 2025.
Applicants can find more information about this joint call for candidates on the CNPEM website and the USP portal.
About CNPEM
The Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) is home to a state-of-the-art, multi-user and multidisciplinary scientific environment and works on different fronts within the Brazilian National System for Science, Technology and Innovation. A social organization overseen by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI), CNPEM is driven by research that impacts the areas of health, energy, renewable materials, and sustainability. It is responsible for Sirius, the largest assembly of scientific equipment constructed in the country, and is currently constructing Project Orion, a laboratory complex for advanced pathogen research. Highly specialized science and engineering teams, sophisticated infrastructure open to the scientific community, strategic lines of investigation, innovative projects involving the productive sector, and training for researchers and students are the pillars of this institution that is unique in Brazil and able to serve as a bridge between knowledge and innovation. CNPEM’s research and development activities are carried out through its four National Laboratories: Synchrotron Light (LNLS), Biosciences (LNBio), Nanotechnology (LNNano), Biorenewables (LNBR), as well as its Technology Unit (DAT) and the Ilum School of Science — an undergraduate program in Science and Technology supported by the Ministry of Education (MEC).
