Postdoc Researcher Position: Biocatalytic Membranes for Plastic Degradation – Portugal
🏥 About University of Aveiro & CESAM
Applications are open for a Postdoc Biocatalytic Membranes Portugal position at the University of Aveiro, Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM). This fellowship is funded by Horizon Europe under the BMRex project. The University of Aveiro is a leading research institution focused on environmental and marine sciences, biotechnology, and biochemistry.
Start Date: To be confirmed
🎯 Scholarship Overview
🔗 Research Project
A tender is hereby opened for the award of one Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) under BMRex – Biocatalytic membranes for micro/nano plastic degradation within waste water effluents, reference 101099528, funded by Horizon Europe, in the Department of Biology and Centro de Estudos do Ambiente e do Mar (CESAM).
This Postdoc Biocatalytic Membranes Portugal position focuses on developing innovative biocatalytic membrane technologies for plastic degradation in wastewater.
📋 Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop biocatalytic membranes for micro/nano plastic degradation
- Conduct research on wastewater treatment technologies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Present research at international conferences
✅ Qualifications
Required
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD in Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field |
| Research Field | Biology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry |
| Funding | Horizon Europe project experience desirable |
Desirable
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | Biocatalysis, membrane technology, or plastic degradation |
| Skills | Laboratory research and data analysis |
🔬 Research Environment
The postdoctoral researcher will work at the Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM), University of Aveiro, Portugal.
We offer:
- State-of-the-art research facilities
- Horizon Europe funded project
- Interdisciplinary research environment
- International collaboration opportunities
💼 What They Offer
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) |
| Location | Aveiro, Portugal |
| Funding | Horizon Europe (Reference: 101099528) |
| Environment | Department of Biology & CESAM |
📝 How to Apply
📧 Email: holiveira@ua.pt
🌐 Website for details: https://www.cesam-la.pt/en/calls/postdoctoral-fellowship-under-the-project-bmre
📅 Application Deadline: April 16, 2026 – 17:00 UTC
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