Biotech Fellowship at the University of Minho | Apply Now
Biotech fellowship opportunities continue to attract students seeking hands-on experience in biotechnology and biochemistry research. The University of Minho is offering a prestigious research fellowship under the BE@T project, providing undergraduate students with the opportunity to work on innovative biotechnological processes for valorizing cellulosic residues. This fellowship in Portugal is an excellent chance to gain research experience while contributing to sustainable bioeconomy initiatives funded by NextGenerationEU.
- Job Position: Research Initiation Fellow (Research Fellowship)
- Job ID: CEB-BI-42-2026
- Location: Braga, Portugal
- Organization: Centro de Engenharia Biológica da Universidade do Minho (Centre of Biological Engineering, University of Minho)
- Application Deadline: 25 June 2026
- Fellowship Benefits: Monthly stipend of €701.12
- Funding Program: NextGenerationEU, Environmental Fund – Recovery and Resilience Plan
About the University
Biotech fellowship opportunities at the Centre of Biological Engineering (CEB) of the University of Minho provide students with access to one of Portugal’s leading biological engineering research centers. The institution is recognized for conducting innovative research in biotechnology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, and biological engineering.
The fellowship is funded through the BE@T project, titled “Biotechnological processes for obtaining materials/ingredients with potential value in the textile and clothing industry”, supporting sustainable bioeconomy and industrial innovation initiatives.
Biotech Fellowship Description
Biotech fellowship candidates will participate in the research project “BE@T – Biotechnological processes for obtaining materials/ingredients with potential value in the textile and clothing industry.” The selected fellow will contribute to scientific activities focused on enzymatic technologies and the valorization of cellulosic residues. The project aims to develop sustainable biotechnological solutions for generating valuable materials and ingredients for textile and clothing applications.
The work will be conducted at the Centre of Biological Engineering, University of Minho, Braga, under the supervision of Professor Lígia Raquel Marona Rodrigues and coordination by Dr. Nuno Miguel Dias Cerca.
Qualifications
Biotech fellowship applicants must meet the following eligibility and academic requirements.
Mandatory Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program before fellowship contract signing.
- Degree area should be:
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Related scientific disciplines
- Must not have previously benefited from research grants awarded under the Research Grant Holder Statute.
- Must satisfy eligibility requirements established by FCT Research Grant Regulations.
Preferred
- Experience in enzymatic catalysis.
- Experience in valorization of cellulosic residues.
- Strong interest in biotechnology research and sustainable bioeconomy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
Biotech fellowship – Key Responsibilities
- Evaluation and selection of commercial enzymes.
- Enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulosic residues.
- Participation in laboratory-based biotechnology and biochemistry research activities.
- Collection, analysis, and interpretation of experimental data.
- Contribution to project objectives related to sustainable bioeconomy solutions.
- Preparation of research documentation and reports when required.
- Collaboration with supervisors and research team members.
Why Apply for This Biotech Fellowship?
Biotech Fellowship in Portugal programs such as this provide undergraduate students with valuable exposure to biotechnology research, enzymatic processes, and sustainable bioeconomy initiatives. Participants will gain practical laboratory experience while working on an internationally funded project that contributes to innovative solutions for the textile and clothing industry.
