MSN - Post Doc Position in Organic Activation of Phosphate Rock for Direct Applications

About Mohammed VI polytechnic University (UM6P) 

Located at the heart of the future Green City of Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with international standards, is established to contribute to the development of Morocco and the African continent. Its vision is honed around research and innovation at the service of education and development. This unique nascent university, with its state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, has woven a sound academic and research network, and its recruitment process is seeking high quality academics and professionals in order to boost its quality-oriented research environment in the metropolitan area of Marrakech. 

About MSN department 

The Materials Science, Energy, and nano-engineering (MSN) is a department at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University that aims to makes use of innovative research and education in order to promote solution development and entrepreneurship (in the context of Moroccan and African challenges), while training the next generation top scientists, innovators and entrepreneurs.

Research at MSN is organized in different research clusters including Energy Transition, Surface Technology and Metallurgy, Polymers and Composites, and Sustainable Materials. With more than 150 members and several national and international academic and industrial partners, MSN is emerging as a strong actor in the Moroccan materials research scene. The department coordinates several initial and executive Master programs.

Position Announcement

Job Title: Post-Doc in organic activation of phosphate rock for direct applications

Area of specialization: Organophosphate materials & Fertilizers

Place: UM6P – MSN Department 

Contact: Pr. El-Houssaine ABLOUH : [email protected]

Desrciption du poste

The successful candidate will carry out duties to the highest standard and will:

• Design and develop organic activation processes for phosphate rock for direct application
• Carry out independent and/or directed advanced research to achieve the project objectives
• Prepare research reports as required by the funding body  
• Collaborate with research colleagues and to actively develop internal and external networks relevant to the research projects
• Keep the project team apprised about relevant information, progress and results of research activities, and clarify any issues in the implementation of projects/experiments in a timely manner as possible.
• Support if required, the development of proposals for research funding.

PROFIL :

• PhD in materials science, chemistry, or related field.
• Solid background in phosphate chemistry, fertilizer or organic activation technologies of phosphate.
• Hands-on experience with functional organic materials, coating technologies and characterization
• Proven experience with materials characterization techniques.
• Experience in conducting multidisciplinary research, with knowledge about the application of biodegradable materials in agriculture
• Good publication track record in peer-reviewed journals with respect of the career development.
• Experience in the lab co-supervision of Master and/or PhD students.

COMPETANCES &QUALITÉS

• Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
• Ability to generate new ideas, concepts and to solve research challenges
• Excellent project and time management skills
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills  
• Ability to work and coordinate with multidisciplinary and multicultural team of scientists
• Excellent networking ability and organizational skills.

Application PROCEDURE:

Applications must be sent using a single pdf copy with the mention of the job title. The folder must contain:

• A detailed CV
• A synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements
• A research statement sharing the applicant vision (max 2-3 pages)
• 3 reference letter, from an academic professor or industrial partner working in the field.