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Job description: African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral researcher in the field of Postdoctoral Researcher in Biodiesel Production from Biomass. Ability to engage professionally with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students across the university and externally is required. Evidence of research excellence is expected. Strong French and English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. Key duties: Successful candidate is expected to: Develop and optimize lipid extraction protocols Conduct lipid conversion into biodiesel Analyze lipid profiles and biodiesel quality Conduct mass balance, lipid yield, and biodiesel productivity assessments Publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner Present research results at national scientific meetings Conduct original research within an international framework Have a creative, open, and resilient mind Criteria of the candidate: PhD degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Bioenergy, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized University. Strong expertise in lipid extraction and biodiesel production Good written and spoken English as well as presentation skills Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills with an ability to work efficiently both independently and in a team About UM6P: Located at the heart of the future Green City of Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with an international standard, is established to serve 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. UM6P is a very ambitious university, enjoying ample research funding, moderate teaching load, and excellent facilities. In its research approach, the UM6P promotes transdisciplinary, entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions, both international ones for developing up to date science, and at continent level to address real African challenges. UM6P offers highly competitive salaries at the international level. Our researchers get incentives through a participation to the intellectual property they develop. About ASARI (UM6P Laâyoune): The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Laayoune City, south of Morocco. It constitutes a structure of applied research with a vision of solving real Local, Regional, and African agriculture challenges leveraging up-to-date science and technology. To implement its vision, ASARI puts a lot of emphasis on interdisciplinary research in sectors of strategic interest for the southern regions of Morocco and for the African continent such as: Plant & animal biotechnology (biosaline agriculture, animal production & nutrition, valorization of native aromatic & medicinal plants and algae, etc.) Sustainable technologies in water, environment, and energy sectors. Application process: Applications should contain the following documents: Curriculum Vitae A letter (maximum 1 page) explaining the motivation for the position Contact information of 3 references (Applicants are assumed to have obtained their references’ consent to be contacted for this matter) Applications are to be submitted on the recruitment platform stating in object “Postdoctoral Researcher in Biodiesel Production from Biomass”.

Welcome to Apply for the 2026 Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Programme through Beijing Normal University  I. Programme Overview The Overseas Outstanding Young Scientists Fund Programme aims to attract and encourage outstanding young scholars (including non-ethnic Chinese foreign talents) who have achieved notable accomplishments in natural sciences, engineering, and technology to return to or come to China. They will independently select research directions to conduct innovative studies, thereby accelerating the growth of young scientific and technological talents. This initiative seeks to cultivate a cohort of outstanding academic leaders poised to advance to the forefront of global science and technology, contributing to the nation's endeavours to become a leading scientific and technological power. II. Application Requirements The final requirements shall be subject to the 2026 National Natural Science Foundation of China Outstanding Young Scientist Fund Programme (Overseas) Application Guidelines. 1. Applicants for the Outstanding Young Scientists Fund Programme (Overseas) must meet the following criteria: (1) Comply with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China, demonstrate sound scientific ethics, and conscientiously embody the spirit of scientists in the new era; (2) Have been born on or after 1 January 1986; (3) Hold a doctoral degree; (4) Their research focus should primarily lie within natural sciences, engineering technology, or related fields; (5) Between obtaining their doctoral degree and 15 April 2026, applicants should generally have held a formal teaching or research position at an overseas university, research institution, or corporate R&D centre, with a continuous work history of at least 36 months. For those who obtained their doctoral degree overseas and have demonstrated particularly outstanding achievements, the work experience requirement may be appropriately relaxed (this does not apply to those who obtained their overseas doctoral degree through joint Sino-foreign training programmes). For applicants holding concurrently remunerated positions within China during their overseas employment period, the duration of such domestic employment shall not be counted towards the overseas work requirement; (6) Have achieved research or technical accomplishments recognised by peers, demonstrating potential to become an academic leader or outstanding talent in the field;  (7) Applicants must not yet have taken up full-time employment in China, or must commence such employment after 1 January 2025. Upon receiving funding notification, they must resign from their overseas position and undertake full-time employment in China for a minimum of three years. 2. Limitation Requirements: Compliance with national science and technology talent programme coordination requirements is mandatory. Applicants may undertake only one programme at the same level and may not apply for programmes at a lower level. III. Support Policies  1. Beijing Campus (1) Eligible for appointment to the Beijing Normal University Distinguished Scholar position, with direct appointment to senior professional title (full or associate professor level, subject to passing the university's talent recruitment assessment process); (2) Competitive remuneration and allowances shall be provided; (3) National research funding and matching research support funds; (4) One-off national subsidies and matching living allowances; (5) Provision of a postdoctoral team and doctoral student recruitment quotas; (6) Provision of temporary accommodation in accordance with the university's housing policy; (7) Access to nationally leading educational resources across all stages of pre-school and compulsory education. 2. Zhuhai Campus (1) Eligibility for appointment to elite talent positions, including direct appointment as Professor (subject to passing the university's talent recruitment assessment process); (2) Competitive remuneration and allowances within the Greater Bay Area; (3) National research support funding and institutional research start-up funds; (4) One-off national subsidies plus additional matching subsidies from Guangdong Province and Zhuhai Municipality; (5) Attractive on-campus relocation allowance; (6) Allocation of postgraduate student recruitment quotas in accordance with university policies; (7) Provision of temporary accommodation or rental subsidies, with eligibility to apply for university co-ownership housing; (8) Nationally leading comprehensive educational resources spanning preschool through compulsory education. IV. Contact Information Young scholars wishing to apply for this programme through our university should email their CV to their respective faculty contact address, with the subject line: "Application for Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Programme + Name + Research Field". Faculties will promptly liaise with prospective candidates to follow up on subsequent application procedures. Follow our WeChat official account (Jingshi Talent Home) for the latest programme updates. 1. Beijing Campus Talent and Personnel Department Ms Meng Telephone: 010-58804755 Email: rcb@bnu.edu.cn Research Institute Mr Liu Telephone: 010-58800226 Email:liuningyin@bnu.edu.cn Serial No. - Organisation Name (in no particular order) - Name - Office Telephone - Email Faculty of Geographical Sciences Mr. Dang 010-58805776 dangyinuo@bnu.edu.cn School of Mathematical Sciences Mr. Liu 010-58808170 mathky@bnu.edu.cn School of chemistry Mr. Han 010-58807838 chem_renshi@bnu.edu.cn School of Physics and Astronomy Mr. Luo 010-58804293  wtrs@bnu.edu.cn School of Systems Science Mr. Wang 010-58807880 wchf@bnu.edu.cn School of Environmental Sciences Mr. Liu 010-58801830 envhr@bnu.edu.cn School of Life Sciences Mr. Wang 010-58802047 hrcls@bnu.edu.cn School of Artificial Intelligence Professor Xi 010-58807938 xiqi@bnu.edu.cn Ms Gong 010-58804721 gongzz@bnu.edu.cn Water Science Research Institute Professor Yun 010-58802736 cws-hr@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Education Ms Zhao 010-58804089 rsb-foe@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Psychology Ms. Teng 010-58808187 psyoffice@bnu.edu.cn School of Economics and Business Administration Professor Wang 010-58805462 wangyingbnu@bnu.edu.cn School of Government Management Mr. Wu 010-58808256 wuxuemin524@163.com School of Sociology Mr/Mrs Liu 010-58801516 08169@bnu.edu.cn  Collaborative Innovation Centre for Monitoring the Quality of Basic Education in China Mr. Ren 010-58808939 11312019228@bnu.edu.cn School of statistics Mr. Hou 010-58801880 hou@bnu.edu.cn China's Education and Social Development Research Institute  Mr. Li 010-58807406 think@bnu.edu.cn 2. Zhuhai Campus Human Resources Office Ms. Hu   Ms. Tian Telephone: 0756-3683197/3067 E-mail: zhuhai_hr@bnu.edu.cn Research Office: Ms. Jiang Tel: 0756-3683150 Email: jyl@bnu.edu.cn Serial number - Organisation Name ( Listed in no particular order) - Name - Office Telephone - Email Future Education Institute Ms. Xue 0756-3621690 wljyhr@bnu.edu.cn Belt and Road Institute Ms. Chu 010-58806522 chutianshu_brs@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Arts and Sciences Mr Wu  (Department of Mathematics, Department of Physics, Department of Systems Science, Department of Big Data) 0756-3683296 wuqian0425@bnu.edu.cn Mr Liu ( Department of History, Department of Psychology, Department of Philosophy, Department of Statistics) 0756-3683975 liumengchen@bnu.edu.cn  Mr Jiang (Department of Chinese, Department of Foreign Languages, Department of Chemistry, Department of Biology, Department of Geography) 0756-3683547 lenajiang@bnu.edu.cn School of  Future Design Ms. Yu 0756-3683973 design@bnu.edu.cn National Security and Emergency Management School of Management Mr Wang 0756-3683412 wm2008@bnu.edu.cn Bay Area International Business School Mr. Zhang 0756-3683260 zhangyaoyao@bnu.edu.cn School of Future Technologies ( Institute for Frontier Interdisciplinary Research)  Professor Fang 0756-3683287  tecs@bnu.edu.cn

Description The Sreenivasan Lab at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct studies examining working memory in human subjects. Applicants with a background in programming and interest in working memory are encouraged to apply. Terms of employment include competitive salary and benefits. Research in the Sreenivasan Lab (http://nyuad.nyu.edu/sreenivasan-lab) focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms that constrain working memory ability. Our projects involve collaborations with Psychology and Biology faculty at NYUAD as well as Psychology faculty at NYU New York. The neuroimaging facilities at NYUAD include a 3T Prisma MRI, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking. Responsibilities of the position include collecting behavioral and neurophysiological data, programming experiments and analysis routines, as well as managing the day-to-day functioning of the lab. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, though a master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with MATLAB or an equivalent programming language, strong computational skills, and a background in experimental psychology or neuroscience. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience and interest in addressing questions about working memory using neuroimaging. Organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Applications will be accepted immediately. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter/statement of research interests, a CV, transcript, and contact information for at least two references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Sreenivasan: kartik.sreenivasan@nyu.edu. The anticipated appointment is from February 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, with opportunity for renewal of the position for additional years following performance evaluation. The terms of employment include highly competitive salary, housing allowance, and other benefits. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.