Summary
The Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship focused on the development and optimization of thermal plasma systems for sustainable water treatment and other applications in agriculture, health, and materials science.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Thermal Plasma Technology
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Technology de Plasma Térmico |
| Location | São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Fellowship Amount | R$ 12.570,00 |
| Application Deadline | 30/04/2026 |
| Start Date | Maio de 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required: PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
- Preferred: Background in Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience: Proven experience in thermal plasma, liquid material processing, material treatment, characterization, and operation of experimental systems or reactors.
Job Description
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing, assembling, adapting, operating, and optimizing plasma systems and reactors.
- Processing liquid materials and precursor suspensions.
- Conducting plasma thermal treatment and material characterization.
- Analyzing results and drafting technical articles and reports.
- Engaging in scientific and technological dissemination activities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents to selecao.geracao@gmail.com with the subject line “Bolsa PD Plasma Térmico – [Candidate’s Name]”:
- Letter of interest detailing relevant qualifications and experience.
- Updated curriculum vitae.
- Copy of PhD diploma.
- Up to five relevant publications.
- Two letters of reference.
Last Date to Apply
April 30, 2026
For additional information regarding fellowship amounts, please refer to the FAPESP website at fapesp.br/valores/bolsasnopais.
