To work at the Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory (LNNano)


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The Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory (LNNano) at the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) – a non-profit organization overseen by the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology, Innovation (MCTI) – offers a position as Research Scientist for highly-motivated candidates to lead cutting-edge experimental research on Fabrication of Integrated Photonic Devices.

Applications will be accepted until 13 December 2024.


Main Activities


The future Research Scientist on Fabrication of Integrated Photonic Devices is expected to:

Establish and coordinate a solid and internationally competitive experimental research program on Fabrication of Integrated Photonic Devices;
In collaboration with CNPEM staff and researchers, contribute to the development of an open and multiuser nanofabrication center, in his/her area of expertise;
Seek and promote technological innovation that could benefit the Brazilian society by establishing partnerships with entrepreneurial and industrial sectors;
Seek research funding from international and national funding agencies, and/or the private sector;
Mentor graduate students and interns, and supervise technical staff.


Required Qualifications


The applicant should hold a Ph.D. degree in Physics, Engineering, Materials Sciences, or related fields;
Availability to spend two years outside Brazil visiting in a scholar position in a world-renowned research group on integrated photonic devices;
Hands-on experience on nanofabrication facilities and measurements of integrated photonic devices is a must;
Working experience after the Ph.D. on experimental research with a strong record of publications in the field is desirable, but not required.


Benefits Package



  • Health Insurance – Unimed;
  • Dental Insurance – Uniodonto;
  • Life Insurance – Allianz;
  • Private Pension Plan – BrasilPrev;
  • Daycare assistance (for children up to 6 years old or 48 installments, whichever comes first);
  • Maternity leave (extended 6 months);
  • Restaurant at CNPEM;
  • Meal Voucher – Sodexo (BRL 850/month);
  • Shuttle Bus – Free;
  • Public Transport Voucher;
  • On-site parking;
  • Club – Telecamp;
  • Club – Free SESC for membership;
  • Gympass – discounts to gym memberships;
  • Agreements with companies that offer discounts.







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