Embrapa Roraima Opens Innovation Scholarships to Boost Amazon Socio-Biodiversity

Embrapa Roraima has announced the opening of applications for two scholarship opportunities aimed at promoting innovation and strengthening socio-biodiversity production chains in the Amazon. These scholarships are part of an international cooperation project under the Euroclima+ Program, focusing on social inclusion and income generation, especially for indigenous women and family farmers.

The first scholarship, Edital 293, targets professionals holding a master's degree with at least five years of relevant experience in research, development, and innovation related to socio-environmental projects involving indigenous communities and sustainable development in the Amazon. It offers a monthly stipend of R$ 5,200 for a 30-hour workweek. The second, Edital 362, is intended for candidates with technical or undergraduate degrees in Agricultural Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Nutrition, requiring a minimum of two years of experience, with a monthly payment of R$ 1,950 for the same working hours.

Both scholarships will last eight months, with work based at Embrapa Roraima's headquarters in Boa Vista and potential travel involvement. Interested applicants must apply by 11:59 PM (Brasília time) on October 2, 2026, via the website agrega.funarbe.org.br/bolsas.

This initiative aims to enhance the value-added processes of Amazonian biodiversity production chains, fostering empowerment and economic development for vulnerable communities in the region.