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We now have one position open for an MSc holder within the project scope “New-Generation Natural Sweeteners” (Ref. IOVPoC_2025_16), funded by INNOVALLEY.

Work Plan:

The global demand for sugar alternatives is increasing, driven by rising rates of diet-related diseases and growing consumer and regulatory pressure to reduce sugar intake.

This Master’s project focuses on enzyme engineering, with an emphasis on directed evolution strategies to enhance the catalytic rate and efficiency of enzymes for the scalable production of natural sweeteners. The student will receive advanced training in experimental protein engineering and enzymology.

Depending on the student’s background and interests, the project may also include an introduction to computational tools for enzyme analysis and design, carried out in close collaboration with experienced researchers.

In case of interest, contact lmartins@itqb.unl.pt

At the MET lab, we provide opportunities for postgraduate education in the life sciences and related technologies. Our work conditions support original, high-impact research that utilizes advanced methodologies. We have a network of national and international collaborators! The MET lab actively participates in global and intersectoral networks, offering possibilities for short training periods abroad through a new HORIZON EUROPE Staff-Exchange Project.

We enthusiastically encourage applications from motivated postdoctoral researchers, MSc students, and undergraduate and graduate students interested in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Microbiology, Green Chemistry and Biotechnology.

If you are considering joining our team, please submit your CV and a brief motivational statement explaining your interests and don't hesitate to email lmartins@itqb.unl.pt

We look forward to hearing from you!