"ASARI - Postdoctoral Position in Fungal Biotechnology and Biomass Valorization"

Description of the position:

African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Laayoune is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Fungal Biotechnology and Biomass Valorization.

Candidates should hold a PhD in fungal biotechnology, fungal genetics, or a related field.

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.

Education

A Ph.D. in fungal biotechnology, fungal genetics, or a related field from a recognized university.

Requirement

• Strong expertise in fungal biotechnology and biodiversity
• Strong expertise in the extraction and characterization of enzymes
• Demonstrated expertise with isolating, culturing, and experimenting with various fungal species from field samples
• Experience in studying fungal biodiversity
• Knowledge and familiarity with fungal genetic engineering
• High publication record in leading international and well-ranked journals
• An experience in supervising of Master and/or PhD students
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.