The AgroBioSciences (AgBS) program at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is seeking applications for a full-time assistant professor in the field of soil microbial ecology. The incumbent will be expected to explore, and exploit the interface of microbial ecology, plant and soil-associated microbiome, and microbial mediated processes (including nutrient cycling) in the context of basic and applied questions in agroecosystems. We are also interested in candidates with a track record in microbial molecular eco-physiology (under different climate change scenarios) and modelling of soil microbes.
Key duties
The Successful Candidate Is Expected To
- Contribute to ongoing projects and have the opportunity to develop your own research portfolio at the AgroBioSciences Program in the School of Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
- Secure basic and applied projects in the abovementioned area both at UM6P and through international calls for projects.
- Teach and supervise research progress of undergraduate students and co-supervise graduate students.
- Contribute to services and diversity at UM6P.
- Contribute to disseminate high-quality research outputs including articles, reviews, conferences, patents, etc.
- Closely interact with the scientists and technical staff of AgBS and UM6P, as well as with external clients and collaborators.
Desired Skills And Experience
Criteria of the candidate
- Applicants must have an earned doctorate in molecular microbiology, ecology, or a closely related field such as modelling applied to soil microbes.
- Demonstrated previous experience (postdoctoral) in molecular and genomic approaches to soil, rhizosphere, and plant microorganism analysis to tackle research questions related to crop production, nutrient cycling, and plant health, stress tolerance, etc. Experience in modelling applied to soil microbes and microbial activities in the soil (nutrients dynamic) will also be an important criterion to consider.
- Demonstrated experience of multidisciplinary research in the above research area.
- Teaching experience with the capacity to develop new courses and connect research to teaching (learning by doing).
- Experience in supervising undergraduate/graduate students.
- Publication portfolio in leading international and well-ranked journals.
- Ability to work on multiple research projects, both fundamental and applied, and engagement in collaborative R&D inside and outside UM6P.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French.
Qualified Individuals Should Submit The Following Supporting Documents
- a letter of application;
- a statement of research and teaching interests describing the candidates’ experience in relation with the position field;
- curriculum vitae;
- names and contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin April 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
About The Employer
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco’s frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.
Areas of Research
- Microbiology
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Nutritional Biochemistry
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