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UM6P - ASARI, Laayoune ABOUT UM6P Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is a world-class institution that seeks to foster the development of skilled manpower and natural resources in Morocco and Africa. UM6P has robust teaching and research programs with a base of cutting-edge research facilities and has accomplished researchers who work in partnership with research institutions and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions to local and international challenges. Currently, UM6P is developing innovative tools to solve the eminent challenges related to livestock production, including challenges related to feed scarcity, stress, and environmental footprint. For this purpose, the UM6P trains highly skilled professionals in a pool of doctoral and postdoctoral fellows to provide specialized solutions to optimize production and preserve the environment. ABOUT ASARI The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). It is located in Laayoune City and constitutes a structure of practical-based research with a vision of solving local, regional, and African agriculture challenges by leveraging up-to-date science and technology. Oriented towards Africa, ASARI acts in connection with a wide network of universities and research centers around the continent to link real field issues with up-to-date science. The institute consists of a multidisciplinary team of agronomists, biochemists, molecular biologists, bioprocess specialists, animal scientists, etc., to respond to regional challenges affecting marginal environments. JOB SUMMARY ASARI is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher holding a PhD in Zootechny, Animal Nutrition or Pastoralism to join its Animal Sciences team and contribute to the development and implementation of research projects focusing on small ruminants (particularly goats) and large livestock species (camels). The successful candidate will be involved in conducting applied and fundamental research, preparing competitive research proposals, and authoring technical reports and peer-reviewed scientific publications addressing key challenges in agricultural and livestock production systems. This position will involve research activities in animal production, including animal nutrition, forage crop valorization, feed and diet formulation, and rangeland management. Where appropriate, the candidate will design and conduct field surveys, collect and analyze data, and engage directly with farming communities. The postdoctoral researcher is expected to actively contribute to ongoing projects at UM6P Laayoune within the African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI). Fieldwork will be an integral component of the position, with particular emphasis on working with farmers, to ensure that research outputs have practical and socioeconomic impacts. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Ph.D. in zootechny or animal production Field based livestock research experience Expertise in one of the following areas (please indicate in covering letter) Feed formulation Alternative feed resources Forage analyses Camel production Dairy management Milk and meat analyses Livestock systems Experience in working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to initiate, conduct, and publish research in high impactful journals and to obtain external grant funding Working knowledge of statistics and database management including meta-analyses and modelling. Supervisory experience Well-developed oral and written communication skills especially with different stakeholders such as farmers Fluency in written and spoken English. French and Arabic will be a plus JOB RESPONSABILITIES Set up dashboards and monitoring indicators for animal production including camels and goats Support the production and management team in animal feeding and health monitoring Conduct forage analyses and formulate feed rations Conduct livestock feeding trials and monitor the nutritional status of the animals. Develop new animal feed from new and alternative feed resources. Assist in developing training programs and modules. Develop and deliver training modules to farmers, cooperatives, extension agents, etc. Data scheduling, collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation. Co-supervise PhD and Master students as well as interns Project management including budget, materials, equipment, and staff Research proposal writing for external funding Report writing for research project Manuscript writing and publication in referee journal APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications must be sent using a single electronic zipped folder with mention of the job title. The folder must contain the following: A detailed CV A synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements A research and teaching plan, entrepreneurial ideas and concepts, and services for UM6Pcommunity: max 3-4 pages 3 references letters

We are looking for a Service Coordinator to support the three heads of departments of the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences on the Viikki Campus as of 1.3.2025 or by agreement. As a Service Coordinator, you will work in the General Administration Services team on the Viikki Campus to support the heads of the departments of the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences (Department of Organism and Evolutionary Biology, Department of Molecular and Integrative Biosciences and Department of Environmental Sciences) ensuring the smooth running of the daily operations. Your duties will include wide range of service tasks, such as: Tasks related to the coordination of department workspaces (personnel office / desk assignments and other spaces) Supporting the onboarding and induction of new employees Scheduling and organizing seminars, meetings and events, facility reservations; Assisting with internal and stakeholder communication (in cooperation with the communications unit); Coordinating the activities and acting as secretary of the departments' steering groups and other department groups; (department´s annual clock, a-mail lists and Team groups) Managing department annual clocks and supporting digitalization, using email lists, booking calendars, Teams platforms, etc. Assisting department heads with routine requests from the department’s staff e.g. "commitment letters" of funding applications) About you We value experience or familiarity in managing tasks like those outlined above, as well as an relevant degree (e.g. BBA). You are self-motivated, flexible, cooperative, perceive things holistically, and have a genuine service attitude and a desire to develop and take on new challenges. You have good organizational and prioritization skills as well as interaction skills. You are motivated to develop our work community to avoid ‘last minute pressure’ situations whenever possible but are able to manage if one arises. To succeed in our international work community, you must be able to communicate fluently both orally and in writing, both in Finnish and English, and you also have a command of Swedish. About us We offer you a responsible and diverse role, as well as the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a dynamic environment. You will have the support of our skilled organization and other university resources as a service coordinator. We work flexibly in remote, hybrid, and on-site settings, but the nature of this position emphasizes on-site work. The salary for this position is €3,300–3,600 per month. Your local workstation is located on the Viikki campus. The position is permanent. Interested? Tell us about yourself and why you are the right person for this position. We look forward to receiving your application in our recruitment system by February 4, 2026, at the latest.  Want to know more? For more information about the position, please contact Head of Administration Veli-Pekka Heiskanen (veli-pekka.heiskanen@helsinki.fi) tel. 02941 57580 and Development Manager Leo Pyymäki tel. 02941 57952 (leo.pyymaki@helsinki). A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. Would you like to know more about the University of Helsinki as an employer and Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences Departments? Learn more: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-biological-and-environmental-sciences/research/organismal-and-evolutionary-biology https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-biological-and-environmental-sciences/research/molecular-and-integrative-biosciences https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-biological-and-environmental-sciences/research/environmental-sciences JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers

Ref.: 532595 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Nursing (20800) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor of Practice (several posts) in the School of Nursing (Ref.: 532595), to commence as soon as possible, on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Fractional appointment may be considered for the suitable candidate. Applicants should possess a Registered Nurse qualification registrable with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong and a doctoral degree in Nursing or a related discipline, with local recognition and evidence of national or regional recognition of clinical excellence. They should also have substantial experience in teaching, training and/or curriculum development. The appointees are expected to play a key role in leading the School’s advanced clinical training and laboratory teaching programmes, pursuing new strategic directions for further development of clinical education within the School, etc. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of the gross income.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. and 2 reference letters. Review of applications will start on December 30, 2025 and continue until June 15, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.