Post-doctorate
Published: 06/06/2017 - 14:26
Last modification: 13/05/2025 - 16:03
- The Postdoctoral Program (PNPD/CAPES) in Chemistry at the Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) is designed for recent PhD graduates seeking advanced research training under the supervision of PPGQUI faculty. The program focuses on high-impact scientific projects, fostering collaboration with national and international research groups.
How to apply
Step 1: Find a Supervisor
Contact a PPGQUI professor whose research aligns with your expertise.
Discuss potential projects and funding options (scholarship availability varies).
Step 2: Prepare Documents
Research Proposal (5–10 pages, including objectives, methodology, and expected contributions).
CV (Lattes or international format) highlighting publications, grants, and research experience.
PhD Diploma/Certificate (or proof of pending completion).
Letter of Support from the supervising professor at UFU.
Step 3: Submit Application
Applications are accepted year-round, but scholarships (e.g., PNPD/CAPES) have specific calls.
Submit documents via email to PPGQUI’s administrative office (see website).
Step 4: Evaluation & Admission
The PPGQUI committee reviews applications based on:
Academic merit.
Feasibility of the research proposal.
Alignment with the program’s research priorities.
Requests for declarations (active or completed) and other documents must follow specific procedures with the Postgraduate Support Directorate and be submitted by email to cpgquimica@ufu.br, with the appropriate form templates attached.
How it is conducted
With or without scholarship: It can be conducted with a scholarship (through PNPD/CAPES) or without a scholarship (as a Voluntary Postdoctoral internship)
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Aspect |
With Scholarship |
Without Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
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Funding |
Monthly stipend from funding agencies (e.g., CAPES, CNPq) via approved programs like PNPD |
Self-funded or supported by external institutions/companies |
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Application |
Competitive process through public notices; requires project approval and selection for funding |
Requires supervisor approval and acceptance by the Postgraduate Program, following UFU postdoctoral registration rules |
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Duration |
Fixed term, usually up to 12 months (renewable according to scholarship rules) |
Flexible, depending on agreement with supervisor and program approval (up to 60 months according to UFU regulation) |
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Research Access |
Full access to laboratories, libraries, and institutional facilities |
Full access to laboratories, libraries, and institutional facilities, but without financial support from UFU/PPGQUI |
Duration of the course (minimum and maimum duration):
- Minimum Duration: 6 months
- Maximum Duration: 24 months
