University of Manchester

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. With its state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, this unique nascent university has woven a sound academic and research network, and its recruitment process is seeking high-quality academics and professionals to boost its quality-oriented research environment in the metropolitan area of Marrakech. The College of Computing at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Benguerir, Morocco, seeks a postdoctoral candidate in wireless sensor networks and the Internet of Things. The successful candidate will join the group of Prof. Youssef Iraqi.  Context Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) and Internet-of-Things (IoT) are among the leading enabling technologies for smart systems (transportation, farming, health, etc.). Therefore, WSNs/IoT have received enormous attention where various communications-related performance metrics were considered, such as reliability, connectivity, throughput, delay, network lifetime, power efficiency, and security. In the literature, WSN design is typically optimized to maximize/minimize one or more of the abovementioned metrics under certain constraints. However, very little work has been performed on system/network optimization while considering the communications requirements jointly with the decision fusion process. This approach will produce novel system, network, and signal designs. Consequently, the project's main objective is to jointly consider communication and data fusion requirements in designing an efficient WSN-IoT system/network. Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to perform the following tasks: Conduct literature reviews and surveys on the subject. Contribute to developing novel communication designs to optimize the WSN-IoT system/network considering communication and data fusion requirements. Conduct a theoretical analysis of the developed designs. Develop simulations (writing code) to support the theoretical findings. Disseminate results through scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals. Write technical reports according to the project’s deliverables. Assist in the supervision of undergraduate and Ph.D. students. Assist in the preparation of new research proposals. Collaborate with the team members and international academic partners. Qualifications Ph.D. in communications engineering, computer science/engineering, or related fields. Sound publication record in high-impact conferences/journals. Experience in working as a member of a team in a collaborative environment. Strong mathematical and analytical skills. Strong technical background in optimization in wireless communications/networking. Experience with programming languages, especially MATLAB and Python. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Application Applications should be submitted online and through email as a zipped file containing the following information: A cover page. A detailed CV with a list of publications. A research statement. Name and contact information of two references. The email should be sent to Youssef.Iraqi@um6p.ma with the subject “[Postdoc position + candidate’s first and last name].” Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Interview. For general information or information on the position, please contact Prof. Youssef Iraqi: Youssef.Iraqi@um6p.ma

About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P): Located at the heart of the Green City of Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with an international standard, was established to serve Morocco and the African continent and to advance applied research and innovation. This unique university, with state-of-the-art infrastructure, has woven an extensive academic and research network, and its recruitment process is seeking outstanding academics and professionals to promote Morocco and Africa’s innovation ecosystem.  About the ABS: The Africa Business School is a leading institution dedicated to fostering excellence in business education and research across the African continent. We are committed to driving impactful research that addresses key challenges and opportunities for economic development in Africa. As part of our mission, we are collaborating with the Growth Lab at the Harvard Kennedy School to leverage expertise and resources for advancing research in economics and development. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating the research collaboration between the Africa Business School and the Growth Lab at Harvard Kennedy School. The primary focus of this position will involve data collection and analysis using Moroccan administrative data to contribute to ongoing research projects. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and facilitate collaboration between the Africa Business School and the Growth Lab at the Harvard Kennedy School. Interact with counterparts in data collection efforts in the Moroccan ecosystem. Conduct rigorous data analysis to generate insights and findings relevant to economic development. Collaborate with researchers from both institutions to contribute to joint research projects. Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through academic publications, presentations, and policy briefs. Provide mentorship and support to graduate students and research assistants involved in related projects. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Economics or a related field. Strong background in quantitative research methods and data analysis. Experience with data collection and analysis using administrative data is highly desirable. Demonstrated interest and expertise in economic development, particularly in the context of Morocco and Africa. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment. Fluency in English; proficiency in French or Arabic is a plus. Join us in making a meaningful impact on economic development in Morocco and Africa through innovative research and collaboration. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and talented researcher to our team.

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 the Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering (CBS) The Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering Department (CBS) is an entity of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). The main objective of CBS is to set up a distinctive research-teaching program of international level, in order to meet the research and teaching challenges of UM6P, in particular on green and environmental chemistry applied to all aspects of chemical sciences: organic and inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical biology, biochemical and thermal reactions. Research at CBS is organized around several major areas, which aim to answer challenging industrial questions, from complex chemical and biochemical reactions to scale-up and validation of process engineering. CBS projects aim at an in-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms of all transformations in order to propose new original alternatives in terms of efficiency, environmental friendliness and sustainability. Job Description CBS is looking for a post-doctoral fellow specializing in analytical chemistry, in particular the evaluation of trace elements in phosphate value chain. In terms of research, the candidate will reinforce the team of the CBS department. His/her experience and expertise should enable him/her to contribute and pursue research activities on industrial subjects relating to chemical phosphate manufacturing processes. The candidate will also participate in the supervision of internships, projects and practical work related to the above-mentioned scientific fields. He/she will play an active role in the life of the program, organizing seminars, workshops and conferences related to the chemical and Process Engineering stream. The candidate will also be expected to participate in UM6P's collective projects and external missions, and to provide support to students (PhD and Master), i.e., supervision for the writing of reports, dissertations and end-of-study papers. Skills Hybrid expertise in the following fields: Analytical chemistry. Chemical engineering. Materials chemistry. Experience in sampling, preparation & sample analysis. Level of experience evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals. Fluent in French and English. Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to write publications, reports and projects. Oral and written communication skills. Computer skills/programming/modeling would be a plus. Candidate Criteria Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related field. Extensive experience in sampling, preparation & samples analysis. Ability to assess and analyze trace elements by different techniques. Ability to carry out feasibility, cost, risk and opportunity assessment studies. A proven track record of research publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Exceptional communication skills aligned with UM6P's emphasis on knowledge dissemination and impactful outreach. Demonstrate an aptitude for teamwork. Experience in chemical engineering or related fields will be appreciated. Application and Selection The application folder must contain: Detailed CV, Cover letter along with a synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements, 3 reference letters.