Summary
A Post-Doctoral Fellowship is available in Molecular Biology at the Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade de São Paulo (FCF-USP). The project focuses on dissecting signaling pathways in the Plasmodium-host relationship to discover new drugs for malaria.
Designation
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Research Area
- Molecular Biology
- Drug Discovery
- Cellular Signaling in Malaria
- GPCR-like receptors
- Therapeutic strategies against Plasmodium falciparum
Location
São Paulo, Brazil
Eligibility/Qualification
Mandatory Requirements
- Knowledge and experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques.
Desirable Requirements
- Motivated and independent individual with a solid background in related fields and a passion for science.
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on a project related to drug discovery and cellular signaling in malaria. This involves investigating new molecular targets, GPCR-like receptors, cellular signaling, and developing novel therapeutic strategies against Plasmodium falciparum.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter/statement of purpose, including a brief description of their experience, to the Principal Investigator.
Apply Link
Please send your application via email to: cgarcia@usp.br
Last Date for Apply
October 12, 2026
Additional Information
FAPESP Process Number: 2023/07656-0
Principal Investigator: Célia Regina da Silva Garcia
Institution: Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade de São Paulo (FCF-USP)
Number of Positions: 1
Fellowship Value: R$ 12.570,00 (For current FAPESP fellowship values, please refer to fapesp.br/valores/bolsasnopais)








