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351–400th in World University Rankings 2026
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The University of Trento is a young medium sized University which is constantly working to develop its international dimension, establishing and developing networks and partnerships that guarantee the opportunity of cooperation with regard to education, research and relations with industry. The University of Trento offers a wide range of excellent undergraduate, graduate and PhD programmes: their quality is the result of recognized scientific achievements, international cooperative projects, and effective worldwide industrial cooperation. Most graduate and PhD programmes are completely held in English. Located in one of the most gorgeous natural environment in the world, the Dolomites, Unesco World Heritage since 1997, the University of Trento has strong links to its territory: the city and the university converge towards a policy of full commitment to maintaining quality in life - Trento is one of the ten smart cities in the field of the quality of life in the world - and in academic standards, the latter involving research, teaching, university facilities and services. Trento has been called a “Silicon Valley in the Alps” thanks to its growing tech industry. Today the University of Trento has around 16.000 students, 25 undergraduate degree options, 30 master’s programmes and 600 professors. There are eleven departments and several other research and learning centres. The academic departments are: Cellular, Computational and Integrative Biology, Economics and Management, Law, Physics, Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering, Information Engineering and Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Humanities, Mathematics, Psychology and Cognitive Science and Sociology and Social Research. Recently the University has started a new degree in Medicine and Surgery.

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CBS - Professor in Inorganic Chemistry

MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco

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Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco


About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing. More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors, and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model. In its research approach, the UM6P promotes transdisciplinary, entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions for developing up to date science and at continent level in order to address real 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. About the Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering (CBS) The Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering Department (CBS) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). The main objective of CBS is to set up a distinctive research-teaching program, of international level, to meet the research and teaching challenges of UM6P, 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 to propose new original alternatives in terms of efficiency, environmental friendliness, and sustainability. Job Description CBS is seeking a dynamic and qualified individual to fill the position of Professor in Inorganic Chemistry. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in contributing to the advancement of CBS department and UM6P's mission, particularly in terms of research excellence, teaching, and fostering innovation. Research: Conduct high-impact research in the field of inorganic chemistry with a focus on material design and characterization. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address real-world challenges and contribute to the development of novel solutions. Secure external funding for research projects and publish research findings in reputable international journals Teaching: Design and deliver engaging and innovative courses related to inorganic and coordination chemistry at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Foster an interactive and inclusive learning environment that promotes critical thinking and student engagement. Mentor students in research projects and provide academic guidance Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues within the department and across other relevant disciplines to promote interdisciplinary research and initiatives. Engage in external collaborations with industry partners, research institutions, and organizations to enhance the impact of research Candidate Criteria PhD degree in Chemistry, with a specialization in inorganic chemistry or a closely related area, is required. Research Excellence: A strong track record of high-quality research demonstrated through publications in reputable international journals, patents, active participation in research projects, and securing research funding. Teaching Experience: Prior experience in teaching and curriculum development, preferably at the university level. A commitment to innovative teaching methodologies and fostering interactive learning environments. Collaborative Mindset: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external partners to address complex challenges. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills in English. Proficiency in French or Arabic is a plus. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Alignment with UM6P's focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and applied research. Commitment to Diversity: Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and service. Application and Selection: The application folder must contain: Detailed CV, Cover letter along with a comprehensive presentation of the candidate background, research work, projects, and key activities (publications and achievements) Research and teaching statement, entrepreneurial ideas, and concepts if any, and services to UM6P community: max 3-4 pages, 3 reference letters. Our Offer Very competitive salary and benefits package. A unique set of research partners and collaborators. Access to a pool of highly motivated and rigorously selected Master and PhD students with financial support. 

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6 Feb 2026

Visiting Assistant Professor of Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND

University of Puget Sound

United States, Tacoma

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University of Puget Sound

United States, Tacoma


University of Puget SoundVisiting Assistant Professor of MarketingJob ID: 8601Location: Business & LeadershipFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Tempoary:  Faculty Posting Details Appointment:School of Business and Leadership, full-time one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position; begins Fall Term 2026Responsibilities:Fall 2026: Teach one upper-division marketing course (preferably with international focus) and two Principles of Marketing coursesSpring 2027: Teach three upper division marketing and/or international marketing courses.All teaching includes projects stimulating independent critical thinking, promoting effective written and oral communication skills, facilitating experiential learning, and developing problem solving.The standard teaching assignment is three courses per semester.Other duties include departmental service.The University of Puget Sound is an undergraduate liberal arts college with small classes providing individual attention. Qualifications:Ph.D. or D.B.A. (ABD considered) in marketing, preferably with an international business focus, or other related fields. Will consider Ph.D. in appropriate liberal arts disciplines related to marketing/international business.Commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts educationApplication Deadline: To ensure full consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit application materials no later than February 27, 2025.Compensation and Benefits:Rank: Visiting Assistant ProfessorSalary is commensurate with education and experience. Faculty salaries at the University of Puget Sound are based on a common salary scale based on experience. Assistant Professor salaries for 2025-2026 begin at $83,576 annualized for an Assistant Professor without a terminal degree in their field in their first year of full-time postdoctoral teaching through $94,086 annualized based on experience.Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: Summary of 2026 Benefits for Faculty Members.pdf - Google DrivePuget Sound has a well-established Shared Faculty Appointments Policy, https://www.pugetsound.edu/policies/faculty-policies/shared-faculty-appointmentsAbout Puget Sound: The University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant, diverse mid-sized urban port city. Within, and near, Tacoma there is ready access to urban, rural, and natural areas as well as opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities.Puget Sound is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), Greater Washington State https://www.hercjobs.org/greater_washington_state/About the School of Business and Leadership The School of Business and Leadership provides students with an innovative business education that prepares them for success as leaders in a complex and dynamic global environment.The School fulfills its mission by:teaching business fundamentals in a program strongly embedded in the Liberal Arts.offering a core curriculum that focuses on management, marketing, finance, accounting, law, and ethics.emphasizing critical thinking, effective written and oral communication, insightful problem solving, thorough case analysis, and sound research methods.offering majors in business administration, international business, and the Business Leadership Program.promoting off-campus experiences including internships, mentoring, international work and study abroad, field research and experiential learning.striving for faculty excellence in teaching, advising, professional development, and University and community service.By executing its mission, the School strengthens its ties to other academic units on campus, and helps to fulfill the overall mission of the university.University Diversity Statement:We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by the investigation of and the reflection upon multiple perspectives.We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community.We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/diversity-at-puget-sound/Required Documents:Applicants submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.Curriculum vitaeLetter of InterestTeaching statement, including a list of marketing courses, international business courses, and special topics courses you would be eager to teach, and your relevant background. Teaching evaluations from the most recent four semesters of teaching, if applicableDiversity Statement (see prompt below)Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required by the successful candidate)Contact Information for 3 References. You will be prompted to enter the contact information for three (3) reference providers. The system will automatically email these reference providers to request a letter.Note: In the online application system, please submit curriculum vitae when prompted to submit resume. Additional documents can be attached within the application.Applicant's Diversity Statement:As a department and university, we are strongly committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, and working environment for all. In their diversity statement, applicants should reflect on how they will advance the values articulated in the University Diversity Statement in all aspects of their future work as faculty and members of the university community.All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background inquiry.The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.Given the current Executive Order and the $100,000 petition fee for new H-1b visas, at the moment sponsoring a new H-1b is cost-prohibitive to us. Therefore, unless the executive order is rescinded or blocked by the courts, we are unable to commit to new H visa sponsorship at this time. Applicants with questions about visa sponsorship are encouraged to reach out to Human Resources. How to ApplyFor complete job description and application instructions, visit: www.pugetsound.edu/employmentAbout Puget SoundPuget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college. As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AACopyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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Research Fellow, School of Computing

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra

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The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra


Classification: Academic Level B Salary package: $121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full Time, Fixed term (up to 24 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Research Fellow Work with world leading researcher in computer vision and machine learning Contribute to impactful research on real-world problems in 3D shape design Collaborate with international researchers at ANU, Australia and EPFL, Switzerland About the opportunity The Research Fellow will contribute to the ARC Discover Project, "Differentiable Optimisation for Constrained Three-dimensional Shape Design." The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof Stephen Gould and Dr Dylan Campbell to develop novel techniques for designing constrained 3D shapes, such as airfoils, using a framework of differentiable optimisation. The project involved collaboration with researchers at EPFL, Switzerland and may involve travel to meet with the research team there. It is expected that research leads to high impact outcomes including publications in top-tier venues and open-source software. Successful candidates will also work along side PhD students working on related problems in computer vision and machine learning, and contribute to their development. A strong background in numerical optimisation, deep learning and computer vision is required. About the School The School of Computing has a strong foundation in computing and information sciences at ANU. We are a transformative centre for research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer systems and software, and theoretical foundations of computing. We span traditional and modern thinking, connecting decades of computer science methodologies with modern data and computational science. Our mission is motivated by the need to design, drive and sustain strategic activities via five broad focus areas: Computing Foundations, Computational Science, Intelligent Systems, Data Science and Analytics, and the Software Innovation Institute. Be part of an innovative and forward-looking intellectual agenda, built on a diverse, inclusive culture. About the College As one of the great universities of the world, ANU is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. Our lived experience is increasingly one of large-scale systems of people, whose actions and interactions are influenced by our digital, physical and biological environment. The ANU College of Systems and Society (CSS) hosts many of the key disciplines necessary to help us design, build, regulate and secure the future. CSS brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities in data-driven policy and business development. The work we do in the College is to strengthen our national mission and meet our unique responsibilities as Australia’s national university. We will deliver on our mission by building a strong community, providing transformative educational experiences, conducting high-impact research, seeking meaningful engagement, and becoming a resilient organisation. We welcome and openly acknowledge differences in expertise, research / education / professional focus, experience and perspective. CSS is a vibrant and diverse community of more than three thousand students, staff, and visitors. Our College is comprised of the School of Computing, School of Cybernetics, School of Engineering, Fenner School of Environment & Society, Mathematical Sciences Institute, and the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, supported by the Professional Services Group. Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Stephen Gould, Professor of Computer Science, T: +61 2 6125 8642 or E: stephen.gould@anu.edu.au.  Our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity ANU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, and particularly welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, it is practice in the ANU College of Systems & Society to actively seek a gender mix of shortlisted candidates for interview. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion    We welcome and develop diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas and encourage applications from individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, who may have taken a career break, had career disruptions or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of the higher education sector. We support applicants who require flexible arrangements in their work environments or patterns. If your experience looks a little different to what we’ve described, but you’re passionate and motivated by this position, we welcome your enquiry and application.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. What we offer The ANU provides attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. We also offer generous parental leave, the possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, staff and family tuition fee discounts, ANU school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus. For more information, visit: https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources   How to apply Applicants must apply online via the ANU recruitment portal and should upload the following separate documents:  A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a full publication list and the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.  A 1-page statement addressing the selection criteria.  A 1-2 page statement outlining your approach to coursework education and student project supervision.  A 1-2 page statement outlining your research objectives for the next 3 years if appointed Other documents, if required.  Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Sunday, 8 March 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT)

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$121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation

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Clinical Teaching Fellow - Racial Equity in Education Law and Policy Clinic

GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY

Georgetown University

United States, Washington

institution

Georgetown University

United States, Washington


Clinical Teaching Fellow - Racial Equity in Education Law and Policy ClinicGeorgetown University: Law CenterLocation: Georgetown Law ClinicsOpen Date: Feb 05, 2026Deadline: Feb 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern TimeDescriptionClinic OverviewThe REEL Policy Clinic is hiring for a Teaching Fellow for a two-year term starting in the summer of 2026. Georgetown Law is home to the preeminent clinical legal education program in the country. Launched in the Spring of 2022, the Racial Equity in Education Law & Policy Clinic (REEL Policy Clinic) is one of Georgetown Law's newest clinics. The work of the REEL Policy Clinic sits at the intersections of legislative lawyering and advocacy for racial equity in public education. Foremost, the REEL Policy Clinic works to instill legislative lawyering skills in second and third-year law students, including legislative drafting, legislative research, writing for policy audiences (including fact sheets, policy briefs, white papers, legal memoranda, and reports), oral advocacy before legislative bodies and to education decision-makers, collaboration, coalition-building, and relationship-building with clients. The work of the REEL Policy Clinic centers on three primary areas that implicate racial inequity in education: resource inequities; segregation; and discriminatory school discipline practices. Clinic student attorneys earn 10-credits for the semester and spend approximately 30-35 hours per week on clinic work, including client work and attending a twice-weekly seminar that addresses issues of education law and governance, constitutional law, civil rights law, administrative law, legislative process, and research. Through client work and seminars, REEL Policy Clinic student attorneys strengthen core lawyering competencies, including creative problem-solving, self-reflective lawyering, collaboration, client-centered lawyering, and culturally-responsive lawyering.REEL Policy Clinic Teaching Fellow Position DescriptionThe two-year fellowship will start in July 2026 and conclude at the end of June 2028. Fellows may receive a LL.M. in Advocacy at the conclusion of their fellowship if they choose to enroll and have not completed a similar program previously.Teaching fellows receive an annual stipend of approximately $70,000 in the first year and $75,000 in the second year, health and dental benefits, and all tuition and fees in the LL.M. program.Foremost, the REEL Policy Clinic Teaching Fellow must be committed to instilling effective legislative lawyering skills in student attorneys. This requires maturity, patience, social and emotional intelligence, and experience necessary to model effective lawyering for student attorneys. Applicants for the fellowship must have at least five years of experience in a legal setting, strong grasp of education law and policy, and a desire to work with second and third-year law students and evening students. The Fellow responsibilities increase as the fellowship progresses and include:Team Supervision: Supervise student team(s) in all aspects of their client work, including design of initial semester work plan, ongoing client work throughout the semester, and wrap up of client work atthe conclusion of the semester. Supervision includes the following: Providing students with clear, timely, and constructive feedback on their client work and progress, including through weekly supervision meetings and individual feedback meetings at mid-term and conclusion of the semester; Being available to students for feedback or additional guidance on client project matters or seminar content questions outside of designated supervision meetings; Working closely with the REEL Clinic Director to ensure that client projects advance in a timely manner; Working closely with the REEL Clinic Director to cultivate client relationships, including periodic client check-in meetings, and development of future client projects, among other client-servingresponsibilities; and Providing coverage for client work during semester breaks, as needed. Clinic Seminar: In cooperation with the REEL Clinic Director, prepare for and attend all twice-weekly seminars. Work with the REEL Clinic Director in shaping some of the seminar content and supporting students during the seminar. This support can include providing thorough, clear, and timely feedback on assignments and helping students understand the connection between client projects and seminar content. During second semester of first year, developing and leading (in consultation with the REEL Clinic Director) a REEL Policy Clinic seminar on a designated topic; During the second year of the fellowship, developing and leading (in consultation with the REEL Clinic Director) on a couple of additional seminars. In consultation with REEL Policy Clinic Director, assess students on seminar assignments and participation. Attending an "Elements of Clinical Pedagogy" course as required for the LL.M. degree in the first year of your fellowship. You may attend an optional course to help build scholarship skills and prepare for the law professor teaching market. Clinic Administration: This includes working closely with the REEL Clinic Director to update materials (including administrative materials), manage new and continuing client relationships, and support outreach to prospective clinic students within the law school. The Clinical Teaching Fellow is expected to conduct themselves in a professional, respectful, and collegial manner in interactions with all REEL Policy Clinic partners. Collaborate with clinic administrative staff in a timely and respectful manner to ensure effective internal systems and procedures are in place that support efforts to build and maintain an inclusive, supportive, and healthy workplace; Represent the REEL Policy Clinic with internal Georgetown partners (including partners with the Capitol Campus) and external partners; Stay abreast of rapidly changing education law developments to help ensure that the Clinic is up-to-date and responsive to the changing education law landscape; Conduct outreach for potential REEL Policy Clinic student attorneys, including participating in open houses and other recruitment opportunities; Represent the REEL Policy Clinic occasionally within coalitions or at partner meetings. Qualifications A J.D., and five years of experience (post-law school) in a professional legal setting, and experience working on issues related to education law; Strong grasp of laws and policies that dismantle structural barriers to educational equity and opportunity; Ability to balance the needs and demands of student attorneys and clients and to effectively manage priorities (including distinguishing between urgent matters and important, but not urgent, ones); Clearly articulate a sophisticated understanding of racial equity and structural racism and the role of the law in perpetuating it, as well as the centrality of this analysis to transforming the law to promote racial equity in education; Exceptional leadership and supervision skills, including the ability to provide student attorneys with non-directive supervision and feedback designed to promote their learning and independence; High level of maturity, self-awareness, empathy, and social skills to inform interpersonal interactions; Excellent writing, legal analysis, and communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly with a wide range of individuals (including student attorneys, clients, partners, and colleagues); Exceptional ability to respond to multiple demands in a complex, fast-paced, and rapidly changing legal landscape; and Admission to (or ability to waive into) the District of Columbia Bar. Application InstructionsPlease submit a brief cover letter explaining how your skills and experiences have prepared you to support student attorneys in the REEL Policy Clinic, along with a brief CV, and official or unofficial law school transcript through the Interfolio portal at https://apply.interfolio.com/. Please address your cover letter to the Clinic's Director, Professor Janel George. If you have any questions, please contact the REEL Policy Clinic's office manager Rayna Zhou at rz230@georgetown.edu. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until Monday, February 23, 2026, and applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted.For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/181207GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e7b503a678e0534b9e45702a6c2ef7ec

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ASARI - Postdoctoral Position in Molecular Stress Biology of Opportunity Crops for Arid Regions

MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco

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Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco


About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing. More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model. About Entity (Hiring entity): ASARI is positioning itself as a regional center of excellence in CRISPR genome editing, with a focus on advancing opportunity crops tailored to the marginal regions of Africa. These areas, defined by arid and saline conditions, require innovative solutions to overcome the challenges posed by climate change and resource scarcity. As part of this initiative, ASARI has reviewed and published a selection of crop species with significant potential for adaptation to these challenging environments. Additionally, we have identified key gene families and their specific targets that can be enhanced through genome editing technologies. Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of these resilient crops across Africa's marginal lands, bridging the gap between cutting-edge genome editing tools and the unique agricultural needs of marginal African communities. Description of the position: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled post-doctoral research fellow to join our team. The successful candidate will focus on unraveling the transcriptional regulation of the candidate genes we have profiled and their associated target phenotypes in selected crops subjected to drought and salt stresses. This will be a key step in determining editing modalities. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be expected to conduct homologous overexpression, gene silencing, sequence analysis and contained phenotyping. Education A PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, or a closely related field Requirement Solid experience in nucleic acid isolation, PCR, RT-qPCR, and gel electrophoresis Solid experience in gene overexpression and/or silencing Proven knowledge in either four of these bioinformatics tools: BLAST, Ensembl, InterProScan, Primer3, MEGA, MAFFT, Phytozome, Bioconductor, Geneious, Clustal Omega Proficiency in R Knowledge of plant stress biology Good communication skills in English Ability to work as a team Solid publication track record in SCI-journals

Salary

Competitive

Posted

6 Feb 2026

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