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Area of specialization: Critical Zone is the “heterogeneous, near-surface environment in which complex interactions involving rock, soil, water, air, and living organisms regulate the natural habitat and determine availability of life-sustaining resources”. Its limits are defined as ranging from the top of the canopy down to the bottom of the aquifer. The successful applicant to this position will join the Global Critical Zone Science Chair to develop and conduct a research program in greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions measurement and behavior in the critical zone, with a particular focus on developing robust and implementable monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) systems to allow us to track the impact of agricultural practices on organic carbon sequestration in the soils and emissions of H2O, N2O, CO2, and CH4 from the soils. The applicant must have a good understanding of atmospheric chemistry and physics to understand GHG reactions and flows to be able to quantify them. The applicant will also need to implement and manage high-tower sites to model GHG flows in native forests and agricultural fields. The applicant must have a good understanding about sensors, satellites, drones, and new technologies that will allow us to measure GHG emissions in a more reliable and affordable way. There is a particular interest to link this work with organic C sequestration in the soils, microbial communities’ variability, C use efficiency, and other aspects related to soil health and the impact of agricultural practices (including 4Rs) into controlling C, N, and P biogeochemical cycling. The successful candidate should develop a wide range of expertise, mainly in GHG emissions quantification and modeling, and to support bridging this knowledge into policies and field management practices that will allow us to build more sustainable agricultural systems and to improve ecosystem services. Job description: The Global Critical Zone Science Chair at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) invites applications for a full-time professor position in GHG emissions quantification and modeling (open rank). The successful applicant will conduct research aiming to understand the impact of different conservation agricultural practices, including 4Rs, on GHG emissions. The research should guide us on our task to design sustainable cropping systems that will lower GHG emissions and sequester organic carbon in the soils. Besides quantifying the impact of different practices, the research should help us combining the right practices in the different cropping systems around the world to ensure low GHG emissions and soil organic carbon sequestration, making agriculture a tool for climate action. This should pave the way to create reliable certifications, including carbon credits but also sustainability certifications that will generate value to the farmers. Due to the influence of the Northern Hemisphere (cool and temperate climates) where plant biomass growth is limited by N, there is a consensus that N (C/N) has a strong control over C sequestration as soil organic matter worldwide. However, as P is the most limiting nutrient for plant biomass production particularly in the Tropical Belt of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, there is growing evidence of its control over several biogeochemical cycles, particularly those related to the formation of soil organic matter and the release of CO2, N2O, and CH4 mediated by the microorganisms. The research program should reflect the need of understand better the role of P (particularly P limitation) on GHG emissions and soil organic carbon. The applicant must have great modeling expertise to translate these findings into models that will allow us to improve carbon sequestration as soil organic matter and decrease GHG emissions in the P deficient and highly weathered soils of the tropics. This knowledge will support our efforts towards understanding and managing the “critical zone” to build sustainable cropping systems for sustainable societies. Figure 1 depicts a framework of the critical zone functioning and guiding questions to understand it. The successful applicant should develop his/her program with this in mind. Other duties include advising students and postdocs, teaching graduate courses at UM6P, support the overall activities of the Chair, and have a close relationship/follow up with the Chair’s scientific committee. The successful applicant will work in close collaboration with the different groups and departments of the university, including the Geology Department, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, International Water Research Institute, African Genome Center, Chemical and Biological Sciences, and Material Science, among others. Evidence of research and teaching excellence is expected. Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. Key duties: Successful candidates are expected to: Initiate, develop, and lead joint research projects and programs in environmental stoichiometry in collaboration with a multidisciplinary consortium in the field. Generate external research funds to support and maintain integrated research programs. Establish collaboration and partnerships with great international scientific institutes. Supervise graduate students, develop teaching materials, and attract high level-students. Publish in well ranked and high impact-factor journals. Teach and develop research regarding the principles of GHG measurements, behavior, and modeling; its connection with the biogeochemical cycling of C, N, and P, and fundamental biological and chemical processes controlling organic carbon sequestration in the soil. Translate the basic scientific knowledge generate from the above-mentioned disciplines into sound management practices on how to better manage our soils and agricultural systems. Stay up to date with all current environmental science and GHG research, and also IPCC developments. Organize datasets and modelling efforts and support the development of long-term trials. Willing to travel for some time to develop field work in the African continent and to visit other international institutions and partners. Support the fulfillment of the goals and mission of the Global Critical Zone Science Chair. Criteria of the candidate: PhD in environmental science, atmospheric science, or related fields from a recognized university. At least 2 years of postdoctoral research experience in environmental sciences within the above-mentioned subjects, preferably with international experience. High publication record in international well-ranked journals (at least 10 publications in the last 3 years). Significant research record and leadership in environmental science studies, including GHG measurements and modeling. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Skilled in both field and lab work. Good record of funding. Proactive, ethic, and respectful person. Organizational dexterity, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects. Maintains positive attitude in fast-paced changing environments. 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. OCP group (http://www.ocpgroup.ma/en/home), a world leader in fertilizer production plays a great role as the founder and main supporter for the University. In parallel, a new portfolio of client is growing in an open spirit, in parallel with the development of an R&D cluster around the university. 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. 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. UM6P offers highly competitive salaries at the international level. Our researchers get incentives through a participation to the intellectual property they develop. About the Critical Zone Science Chair: The Global Critical Zone Science Chair at the Mohamed VI Polytechnic University is sponsored by OCP and was created with the mandate of developing the science that will support the sustainable use of our soils to build healthier ecosystems, particularly in the African continent. Soils are the connector of our major societal challenges, namely: food security, water security, energy security, loss of biodiversity and climate change. Despite of its great potential the African continent is still a net importer of food and will see its population doubling in the next decades. Besides all the efforts, environmental degradation is still on the rise in Africa. For the occasion of the AU-EU Summit that happened in February 2022 a policy paper that should guide the R&I partnership between the two continents for the green transition in Africa was released, bringing soil security and the development of a sustainable agriculture to the core of it. Following this momentum, the Global Critical Zone Science Chair aims to support the green transition in Africa by bringing the science that will improve our understanding of the mechanisms controlling the formation of our soils and its interactions with other environmental cycles. The Chair is part of the Institute for Advanced Studies within the university and it is a multidisciplinary project by nature. It will promote the understanding of soils as a complex system by bringing cutting-edge multidisciplinary research to understand the links and feedbacks between soils and food systems, global warming, greenhouse gases, water cycle, and biodiversity, without forgetting the economic and social aspects. It will promote research and development in the fields of soil health, C sequestration, food security, soil biodiversity, soil fertility and fertilizers, nutrient use efficiency, and biogeochemical cycling of elements in the soil-plant-human system, aiming to generate knowledge that will allow us to build healthier, more sustainable, and productive agricultural systems, improving the way humans interact with the environment. Lastly, the Chair will also rely on the support of a great scientific committee comprised by well-known and forward-thinking scientists from various fields, which will help guiding the development of the Chair and its work.

FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its upcoming Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings. The university’s pool of Engineering experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive strategic translational research in key areas such as energy resilience, sustainable infrastructure engineering and maintenance, and maritime engineering. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision into an increasingly vibrant reality. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready undergraduates. For this faculty position, we are looking for candidates with a background in business, communication or design, who have extensive experience in sustainability management. Essential 8 or more years of industry and/or applied academia experience and knowledge in enhancing environmental sustainability through sustainability management. Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of sustainability measurement and management, such as life cycle analysis, circular economy, sustainability road mapping (e.g., decarbonisation for net-zero transition), sustainability change management, and organisational sustainability strategy development. Knowledge in sustainability reporting standards and frameworks, carbon markets, and regulatory developments. Motivated to lead, develop and teach curriculum related to sustainability both for pre-employment learners and continuous education and training. Proven ability to develop sustainability solutions through applied projects. Desirable Experience in sustainability related projects with strong integration of the three pillars of sustainable development. Knowledge in sustainability-related technologies such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage, as well as business practices and models such as carbon trading and circular economy. Expertise in carbon accounting and carbon compliance rules (e.g., Greenhouse Gas  (GHG) Protocol, ISO 14064, Singapore’s Carbon Tax Regime). Knowledge and experience in sustainable finance. Experience in industry-academia partnership projects, such as capstone or research projects. Experience in the development of a Community of Practice (COP) that brings together academia, industry, and public stakeholders. Successful candidates will join the Business, Communication and Design (BCD) Cluster (one of five academic clusters in SIT), as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes. We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates with either (a) an earned Ph.D. or equivalent from a reputable university with specialisation in any of the above-mentioned areas and some relevant work experience, or (b) extensive industry experience with demonstrated strong technical expertise in the above-mentioned areas.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the SIT Career Website.

Role type: Full Time; ContinuingFaculty: Faculty of ScienceDepartment/ School: School of BiosciencesSalary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% superSupport plant genetics research, teaching quantitative genetics, and working with people in universities and industry.Apply now to join our genetics programme and make a lasting impact on plant science and crop production.Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.To address the underrepresentation of women in our School's genetics program and pursuant to a special measure under Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC), this position is only open to female-identifying candidates.The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.Your next career opportunityThe School of BioSciences is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative academic colleague with expertise in genetics/genomics/ and/or epigenetics. We are looking for applications with expertise in plant genetics and experience working in both the academic and industry sectors, and a research program that incorporates both fundamental questions about the evolutionary genetics of plants and applied questions that involve using plant genetics to improve crop production. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience working on the genetics of barley and/or sorghum. Applicants should have strong quantitative skills as the teaching component of this position will require teaching quantitative genetics at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.Your responsibilities will include:Undertake internationally competitive independent research, resulting in research outputs that include but are not limited to peer-reviewed publications, patents, license agreements, government reports, and research or scholarship of learning materials.Actively contribute to teaching, including the development and delivery of taught materials, marking, and coordination of subjects.In the capacity of subject (the University of Melbourne word for courses) coordinators, you will be expected to manage academic colleagues to successfully develop and deliver curricula.Actively participate at School and/or Faculty meetings and play a leadership role in planning activities or committee work to support capacity building and strategic planning in the School.Participate in the supervision of your research team members as well as more junior academics in the School as directed by the Head of School. As a supervisor, you will be expected to positively engage in learning and career development for yourself (as a supervisor) and those you supervise and work with.You may be a great fit if:You are a passionate and collaborative academic with expertise in plant genetics/genomics.You may also:PhD in genetics, evolutionary biology or another relevant field of biology.Strong evidence of high performance in a postdoctoral research roleDemonstrated record of industry experience within the Biotechnology fieldExcellent track record, relative to opportunity, in conducting research and publishing in top peer-reviewed academic journalsExperience teaching as a teaching assistant/demonstrator/tutor of any genetics and/or quantitative biology subjects at the tertiary levelTrack record of successfully mentoring postgraduate research students as a co-supervisor or recognised mentorObtained research funding through competitive student or early career researcher (ECR) schemes from internal university sources or small external funding programs.A track record of conducting collaborative research with researchers from multiple research teams, either across different units in your home university or at other universities.For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-beingProgressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balanceSalary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insuranceHealth and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance ProgramFor more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - School of BiosciencesThe School of Biosciences is the home to over 60 research groups, 5 Research Centres, 160 academic staff and 240 Research Higher Degree students. Research in the School covers a wide range of topics from discovery to biotechnology with strengths in ecology and evolution, marine biology, microbial biology, genetics and genomics, animal behaviour, biosecurity and pest management, reproductive biology, systems biology, biological pollution and botany. The school is the home to the University of Melbourne's first year biology program which serves 2500+ students each year feeding into a wide range of majors in the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Environmental Science. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceThe responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.Applications close: 19 February 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-004915 Lecturer in Plant Evolutionary Genetics_PD.pdf