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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 boost skills training relevant to the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally. About ASARI: The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) launched by UM6P in Laayoune in 2020 within the Foum Eloued technopole project focuses on several research and development programs including biosaline agriculture, native species valorisation, camel value chain, water and renewable energy. The institute consists of a multidisciplinary team of agronomists, biochemists, molecular biologists, bioprocess specialists, animal scientist, etc to respond to regional challenges affecting marginal environments. Job Summary The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for research that studies the interactions between biologicals (microorganisms, microbial signals) and crop plants, in the context of developing suitable crop inoculants for African smallholder farmers. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, have an agricultural background, and have completed a Ph.D. in Soil Science, soil microbiology, Plant Science or related fields. The selected Postdoctoral Fellow will be familiar with state-of-the-art techniques used to understand soil microbiology and microbial-plant interactions. This individual will have in-depth knowledge of the microbial-plant interactions in realistic soil environments that experience drought, salinity and other constraints. Job Responsibilities Responsibilities will include but not limited to: Evaluate, interpret and synthesize experimental results from scientific literature; Conceive and design experimental approaches to study the scientific problem from the perspective of biological(s) that have potentially high value or high impact in the African context; Select analytical methods that are suitable for measuring the biological material and/or the delivery mechanism; Management and analysis of experimental data; Take the lead on writing of research reports and communicating the scientific results for conferences and scientific publications Participate in the training and supervision of visitors, interns, graduate students, undergraduate students, and volunteer workers as needed, and other research and innovation tasks as assigned. Data scheduling, collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation. Supervise PhD and Master students as well as interns Project management including budget, materials, equipment, and staff Additional responsibilities will include: Research proposal writing for external funding Report writing for research project Manuscript writing and publication in referee journal. The candidate will also be expected to help maintain all field and laboratory equipment, order supplies as needed, and help maintain research plot records and. Responsibilities also involve frequent travelling to different experimental platforms, desert environments and farmer’s fields at national and international level Qualifications and Experience Essential Ph.D. in Soil Microbiology, Microbial-Plant Interactions or related fields. Background in agronomy, agricultural sciences, environmental sciences, or related areas. Experience with data collection and analysis. Knowledgeable of procedures for assembling and analyzing genomic data and other datasets. Proficiency with graphical and statistical packages. Demonstrated ability to take the lead in planning experiments, conducting research and interpreting results. Superior communication skills, including a demonstrated record of presentations to professional organizations and publication in international peer-reviewed scientific journals. Experience and interest to mentor students and other personnel. Energetic, motivated, and proactive. Good publications record in refereed journals Fluency in written and spoken English. French and Arabic will be a plus Experience in working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to initiate, conduct, and publish research in a scientific manner and to obtain external grant funding Well-developed oral and written communication skills Desirable: Working knowledge of statistics and database management Additional language skills, Arabic and French are desirable Supervisory experience

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT collaborates closely with industry partners in our research pursuits. Our research staff can gain practical research skills that are directly relevant to industry needs while working on projects at SIT. The main responsibility of this position is to deliver on an industry innovation research project. The Research Fellow/Engineer will be a key member of the research team focused on developing a framework for soil conditioning in Singapore soils through a series of experimental investigations. Additionally, they will work on delivering a novel Screw Conveyor Extraction Test (SCET) equipment, crucial for accurately assessing the effectiveness of soil conditioning in tunneling processes. The proposed framework and equipment will be validated at an active tunneling site. Key Responsibilities Participate in and manage the research project with the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake these responsibilities in the project: Execute all experiments (e.g. foam stability test, slump test etc.) reliably. Liaise with the industry partner and agency to plan and execute the field trials. Develop the framework for effective soil conditioning in local soils. Design the SCET equipment and liaise with vendors in its manufacture and assembly. Validate the framework and SCET using findings from field tests. Mentor and provide technical guidance to student assistants involved in the research project. Carry out Risk Assessments, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaise with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the equipment. To liaise with any internal or external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by Supervisor. Job Requirements Have relevant competence in the areas of geotechnical experimental investigations and soil conditioning used in tunnelling. Prior experience in basic soil characterization and knowledge in basic soil mechanics is required. Have a degree in civil engineering. Possessing a Master’s or PhD degree will be advantageous Knowledge of physical modelling will be advantageous. Key Competencies Have relevant competence in the areas of geotechnical experimental investigations and soil conditioning used in tunnelling. Prior experience in basic soil characterization and knowledge in basic soil mechanics is required. Have a degree in civil engineering. Possessing a Master’s or PhD degree will be advantageous Knowledge of physical modelling will be advantageous.

Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis. Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. About the area The School of Biological Sciences is a large and multidisciplinary team of more than 100 high-calibre academic and professional staff delivering world-class education and research programs to approximately 1000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The School is responsible for the supervision of ~150 PhD students, reflecting research strengths and expertise in the disciplines of Zoology, Computational Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, Plant Biology and Science Communication. Many of our team are also active members of the UWA Oceans Institute and the UWA Institute of Agriculture, which further nurtures cross-disciplinary research and educators to serve the needs of Western Australia, Australia and the world. About the opportunity Deliver high-quality, innovative teaching in zoology and general biology, including field-based learning, while supporting and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Build a developing research profile in terrestrial zoology through publications, grant applications, and collaboration within research groups. Contribute to service, engagement and academic governance, including industry and community partnerships, while supporting an inclusive and collaborative School culture. About you PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to the discipline. Demonstrated record of strong communication skills, including science communication beyond academic colleagues. Experience, relative to opportunity, in contributing to the development and delivery of a breadth of curricula and the use of innovative teaching and/or communication approaches, assessments and materials for units, courses and other knowledge-transfer situations. A strong track record relative to opportunity of excellence in research at a national level evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high-quality journals. Demonstrated evidence of research leadership relative to opportunity, including collaborations with internal and external colleagues. Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant. Position description: PD [Lecturer (Zoology)] [523067].pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Greg Skrzypek at grzegorz.skrzypek@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 10 May 2026  This position is open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia, as well as international applicants. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Discounted UWA course fees. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.