By Pioneer Science | Published on May 8, 2026 | Last updated on May 14, 2026
Pioneer Science, in partnership with the Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI), located at the University of California, Berkeley, announces the opening of an international fellowship for PhD researchers to experience a Postdoctoral position at one of the world’s most renowned genomics and biotechnology research centers.
The opportunity provides for a period of 1 to 3 years working on a translational research project based on engineering, expression, and purification of recombinant proteins in mammalian cell systems. The main goal is to develop and validate innovative therapeutic products with tropism for the central nervous system.
The program offers compensation aligned with the minimum wage established in the state of California, adjusted to the candidate’s experience, and covers international travel expenses.
🔹 Doctorate (PhD) obtained less than 5 years ago in related fields (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, etc.), from an institution recognized by the MEC;
🔹 Minimum of two articles published as first author in indexed and peer-reviewed international journals;
🔹 Advanced proficiency or fluency in English (the interview will be conducted in English);
🔹 Solid practical experience with molecular biology techniques and culture of eukaryotic cells;
🔹 Availability to relocate and reside in Berkeley, California (USA), by the first semester of 2026;
🔹 Previous experience in protein expression and purification protocols;
🔹 Familiarity with protein purification systems by chromatography;
🔹 Engineering of expression vectors.
Interested candidates should send the following documents to the emails fernanda.defelice@queensu.ca and thyago.calvo@idor.org with the subject “Application Postdoc IGI 2026 – [Candidate’s Name]” by 05/23/2026:
🔹 Updated Lattes Curriculum (the link is sufficient);
🔹 Letter of intent (cover letter) detailing motivation for the position and relevant previous experience (in English);
🔹 At least one letter of recommendation (signed and dated within the last year).
🔹 Deadline for submission: 05/23/2026
