The scholarship awardee will work at the CNPEM campus in Campinas (SP); applications must be submitted by October 2, 2025
The Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM), through the agreement between CNPEM and the University of São Paulo (USP), offers a postdoctoral position to work in cutting-edge research focused on development of hybrid plasmonic structures with 2D materials, with applications in emerging quantum technologies.
The main focus of the opportunity involves the development and optimization of micro and nanofabrication processes of simulated metallic metasurfaces, integrated with 2D materials.
The selected scholarship holder will work in electronic lithography processes until the stage of morphological and optical characterization of hybrid structures, with emphasis on amplifying the light-matter interaction for the efficient generation of non-linear radiation, focusing on SHG, and in the engineering of single-photon emitters.
The project will have direct collaboration with a PhD student working in the Optics and Photonics Research Group at the IFSC-USP in improving optical simulations and characterizations.
Application requirements
Candidates must have a PhD in Physics, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Materials or related fields.
Candidates are expected to have proven experience in nanofabrication, including electron-beam lithography and/or Focused Ion Beam (FIB), as well as Deposition and Corrosion of metallic and dielectric films, in addition to knowledge (preferably mastery) in 2D materials.
Familiarity with morphological (AFM and SEM) and optical (Raman and photoluminescence) characterization is desirable. The position offers participation in cutting-edge research in an innovative and collaborative environment.
Position details
The project will be carried out on the premises of the Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory (LNNano), a unit that is part of CNPEM. The scholarship holder will work under the supervision of researcher Alisson R. Cadore (LNNano/CNPEM) and professor Euclydes Marega Jr. (IFSC/USP).
Scholarship details
- Monthly stipend: R$ 12,000.00
- Initial duration: 24 months
- Possibility of renewal: for up to 12 months, subject to evaluation of the scientific report and budget availability
How to apply
Applications must include: (i) cover letter, detailing previous experience and motivation (maximum two pages); (ii) Links to the Lattes Curriculum and other academic profiles; (iii) two recommendation letters. Applications must be sent to the emails alisson.cadore@lnnano.cnpem.br and euclydes@ifsc.usp.br with the subject “USP-CNPEM Postdoctoral Scholarship”.
Selection process stages
- Application deadline: October 2, 2025
- Interview period: October 6-10, 2025
- Results announcement: from October 15, 2025
- Scholarship implementation: until November 3, 2025
Candidates can find more information about the call in the news published on the CNPEM website and on the USP portal. If you have any questions about the process, please write to: alisson.cadore@lnnano.cnpem.br.
About LNNano
The Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory (LNNano) works in research and development at the nano scale using sophisticated infrastructure and highly specialized teams that can search for answers to scientific challenges and leverage technology solutions. Its open facilities comprise a center that is unrivaled in Brazil and include electron and atomic force microscopy, as well as clean rooms and laboratory spaces that allow activities ranging from materials synthesis and characterization to device manufacturing. Scientific research at LNNano covers strategic topics where nanoscience and nanotechnology can help solve problems facing the country, in areas like renewable energy, materials for sustainability, health and quantum devices. LNNano is part of the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) in Campinas, São Paulo, a private, non-profit organization overseen by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI).
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).
