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ACME - Open Rank Faculty Position - Scientific & Research Lead

Employer
MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Location
Morocco, Nouceur, UM6P Campus
Closing date
24 Mar 2025
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Academic Discipline
Physical Sciences, Life sciences

Report to: Technical Manager / General manager 

Entity: Africa Center of Manufacturing Excellence (ACME) is a Technology development platform focused on Advanced Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and automation and tooling

Mission: The Professor (rank to be determined according to the candidate’s profile) / Scientific & Research lead will oversee the development of real-world solutions for industry partners through applied research and knowledge transfer projects identified by the board of the center.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Build strong vibrant team in the focused areas of R&D of the center
  • Collaborate on the overall intellectual direction of the research-related activity or partnership 
  • Support application for external funding and project proposal development
  • Use technical expertise and knowledge of Design and manufacturing to develop concepts, design, manufacture, integrate and test prototyped solutions
  • Provide deep subject matter and technical expertise for applied research projects
  • Provide practical and industrial solutions for applied research projects
  • Ensure execution of applied research projects in collaboration with college faculty, staff and industry partners
  • Attend meetings and presents project scopes, deliverables and metrics
  • Participate in the technical evaluation of manufacturing equipment and provide recommendations for purchasing new machinery
  • Prepares and implements action plans to launch and manage projects and assist Research Assistants in the preparation of materials and final reports
  • Assist in the follow-up activities with industry clients or founders
  • Present findings at internal and external events, including conferences and seminars
  • Identify human resource needs and participate in the hiring process 
  • Supervise Student Researchers and Research Engineers 
  • Contribute the preparation and review of Standards Operating Procedures for the activities of the center
  • Ensure the safety of the employees of the center


QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Successfully completed a Master of Science in Mechanical, electromechanical or electrical engineering or a related field.
  • PhD in relevant engineering fields or scientific areas related the stated activities of the center
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience working in an advanced manufacturing or applied-research environment with significant industrial research experience
  • Demonstrable experience in developing and delivering R&D projects in the following areas is highly recommended:

o    Additive Manufacturing
o    Robotics
o    Design & prototyping
o    Materials & manufacturing
o    Advanced automatization
o    Industry 4.0

  • Demonstrable team leadership experience
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in english & french.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a variety of partners

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