CBS - Postdoctoral in Chemical Engineering

UM6P

  • المغرب
  • عقد
  • دوام كامل
  • قبل 2 أيام
About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P)Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing.More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model.In its research approach, the UM6P promotes transdisciplinary, entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions for developing up to date science and at continent level in order to address real challenges.All our programs run as start-ups and can be self-organized when they reach a critical mass. Thus, academic liberty is promoted as far as funding is developed by research teams.The research programs are integrated from long-term research to short-term applications in linkage with incubation and start-up ecosystems.About the Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering (CBS)The Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering Department (CBS) is an entity of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). The main objective of CBS is to set up a distinctive research-teaching program of international level, in order to meet the research and teaching challenges of UM6P, in particular on green and environmental chemistry applied to all aspects of chemical sciences: organic and inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical biology, biochemical and thermal reactions.Research at CBS is organized around several major areas, which aim to answer challenging industrial questions, from complex chemical and biochemical reactions to scale-up and validation of process engineering. CBS projects aim at an in-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms of all transformations in order to propose new original alternatives in terms of efficiency, environmental friendliness and sustainability.Job DescriptionCBS is looking for a post-doctoral fellow specializing in chemical engineering, in particular the phosphate value chain processes.In terms of research, the candidate will reinforce the team of the CBS department. His/her experience and expertise should enable him/her to contribute and pursue research activities on industrial subjects relating to chemical phosphate manufacturing processes.The candidate will also participate in the supervision of internships, projects and practical work related to the above-mentioned scientific fields. He/she will play an active role in the life of the program, organizing seminars, workshops and conferences related to the chemical and Process Engineering stream.The candidate will also be expected to participate in UM6P's collective projects and external missions, and to provide support to students (PhD and Master), i.e., supervision for the writing of reports, dissertations and end-of-study papers.Skills
  • Hybrid expertise in the following fields:
  • Chemical engineering.
  • Process engineering.
  • Materials chemistry.
  • Experience in pilot-scale testing.
  • Level of experience evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Fluent in French and English.
  • Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to write publications, reports and projects.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Computer skills/programming/modeling would be a plus.
Candidate Criteria
  • Ph.D. in Chemical engineering or a related field.
  • Extensive experience in unit operations and chemical processes.
  • Ability to design and evaluate the performance of unit operations.
  • Ability to carry out feasibility, cost, risk and opportunity assessment studies.
  • A proven track record of research publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
  • Exceptional communication skills aligned with UM6P's emphasis on knowledge dissemination and impactful outreach.
  • Demonstrate an aptitude for teamwork.
Application and SelectionThe application folder must contain:
  • Detailed CV,
  • Cover letter along with a synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements,
  • 3 reference letters.
Duration2 years.

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