ICFAI University, Dehradun

About UM6P: 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. About AgroBioSciences (AgBS): The AgroBioSciences (AgBS) program is a component of the Science & Technology pole of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). It constitutes a structure of higher education and practical-based research with a vision of solving real African agriculture challenges by leveraging up-to-date science and technology. The AgroBiosciences Program Research Center leverages up-to-date technologies to address African agriculture challenges. It is a multidisciplinary research center that aims to conduct relevant, cutting-edge research that positively impacts African agriculture. It is based on the collaboration and synergy of several research programs targeting diverse disciplines of research in agriculture, such as  Microbiome, Omics, Plant Physiology and Crop Improvement, Plant Pathology, By-products Valorization, Soil Sciences, Agronomy, and Sustainable Farming… AGBS-UM6P is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to join our research team. The successful candidate will be involved in cutting-edge research focusing on soil biology, microbial ecology, and molecular biology techniques. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advancing our understanding of microbial communities in soil ecosystems and their roles in nutrient cycling, soil health, and environmental sustainability. Job Responsibilities Conduct independent and collaborative research projects focused on the effect seaweeds bioproducts on soil biology, soil carbon, microbial diversity, and functional genomics. Apply molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, metagenomics, transcriptomics) to study microbial communities in soil environments. Develop and optimize laboratory protocols for characterization, and functional analysis of soil biology. Utilize high-throughput sequencing technologies to analyze soil microbiomes and interpret the data using bioinformatics tools. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, including soil scientists, biochemists, and ecologists. Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences. Mentor graduate students and contribute to the lab's overall research strategy. Manage and analyze large datasets, ensuring proper documentation and reproducibility. Qualifications and Experience Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Strong background in soil microbiology and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing). Experience with high-throughput sequencing technologies (e.g., Illumina, PacBio) and bioinformatics analysis. Solid understanding of microbial ecology, soil systems, and their interactions with plants and the environment. Experience in microbial functional analysis (e.g., functional gene sequencing, metabolic pathway analysis). Knowledge of environmental sustainability, soil health, or plant-microbe interactions. Proficiency in the use of bioinformatics tools for metagenomic and transcriptomic data analysis (e.g., QIIME, DADA2, R, Python). Demonstrated ability to independently design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and publish results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively. Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Application procedure: Applications must be sent using a single electronic zipped folder with the mention of the job title. The folder must contain: A detailed CV. A synthetic presentation of your background, projects and activities, key achievements cover letter highlighting their qualifications 3 references letters About UM6P: 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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team working to deliver the Professional Services Development Programme. This major strategic programme aims to reframe the position of Professional Services within the University. We are seeking three highly motivated and proactive Programme Delivery Managers, who will play a key role driving forward delivery across the programme’s workstreams. About the Role As Programme Delivery Manager you will be at the heart of the Professional Services Development Programme, support the effective and coordinated delivery of a wide range of activities and work packages. Working closely with the Programme Lead, Programme Manager, workstream leads and stakeholders across the University, you will help ensure plans are translated into tangible, high quality outcomes. You will take ownership of delivery in key areas, maintaining momentum and ensuring timely implementation. This is a high-impact role where you will help embed structured delivery approaches, promote best practice and support the successful delivery of a complex transformation programme. About You You will have demonstrable experience of delivering projects, defined work packages or change initiatives in a complex environment, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will be proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable using your judgement to navigate delivery challenges. You will bring strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries, influence others and maintain momentum. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Abi Clark, Senior Executive Officer (Professional Services) at A.Marsh@soton.ac.uk.

Ref.: 536727 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine (21200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointments as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine (several posts) (Ref.: 536727), to commence as soon as possible for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, computational biology, related disciplines or equivalent. They should be self-driven, highly motivated, creative with excellent communication skills in written and spoken English and Cantonese. Expertise and knowledge in AI deep learning model development on histology whole slide imaging analysis in computational pathology is essential. Applicants should have a solid publication record and demonstrated experience in computer vision or analysis of pathology images. The appointees will participate in a multidisciplinary collaborative research project related to development of deep learning model for diagnosis and prognosis of different sarcomas. He/she will develop and train deep learning models with state-of-the-art algorithms based on histology whole slide images. They may also contribute to research of integration of multimodality data with clinical, radiological images and genomics data. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Dr. Maximus Yeung at mcfyeung@hku.hk. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until Sept 30, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. Applications close:Sep 30, 2026 (HK Time)