Post-doctoral Researcher

Job description

ACER is excited to announce open rank positions for post-doctoral researchers dedicated to advancing the fields of Carbon Negative technology, Capture methods, Utilization processes, and Storage solutions. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research aimed at developing innovative strategies for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices. The specific research areas that post-doctoral researchers will explore include, not limited to:

• Pyrolysis, gasification, hydrothermal carbonation, hydrothermal liquefaction, Fisher-Tropsh, etc.
• CO2 capture methods (Chemical and calcium looping, absorption, adsorption, membrane, cryogenic, molten salt, etc.)
• CO2 utilization & conversion to high-value chemicals (e.g., electro/photo chemical CO2 reduction; catalytic chemical conversion; biological; etc.) CO2 mineralization of industrial waste

ACER is actively engaged in cutting-edge research and development initiatives aimed at advancing innovation in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), decarbonization, and carbon-negative pathways. The open positions currently available provide a valuable opportunity for skilled and driven individuals to join a dynamic team and make significant contributions to this important and evolving field of research.

Position Requirements

The primary roles of the chosen candidates are to contribute to the expansion of research programs concerning Carbon Negative, Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration by demonstrating at least some of the following competencies.

• Experimental development, testing, and demonstration of novel CCUS technologies
• Process simulation, cost, life cycle, and social assessment of CCUS value chains
• Reactor design, optimization, and sizing using phenomenological and/or CFD methods
• DFT and Molecular modelling linked to CCUS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to interpret and analyze simulation and/or experimental results.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams that involve experimentalists and modelers

Criteria of the candidates

• PhD in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related disciplines, with focus on reactor and process design and development.
• Strong motivation and passion for research in the field of CCUS/decarbonization/Carbon management.
• Proven ability to perform multidisciplinary research and contribute to funded research programs.
• Proven ability to the planning, sourcing, and development of new initiatives and ongoing research activities.
• Proven ability to identify and fulfill the academic writing requirements for developing proposals, reports, and scientific publications.
• Demonstrated understanding of operational requirements for a successful research project and managing time and resources.
• Good English communication skills, both verbal and written, are important.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.

Application and selection

The application folder must contain:

• A cover letter specifying the candidate's motivation in relation to this job profile.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• Brief research statement.
• Contact information of 3 referees (PhD mentor, postdoctoral mentor if relevant, and a third referee familiar with the applicant’s education, research, and entrepreneurial experience). Applicants are assumed to have obtained their references’ consent to be contacted for this matter.

Working conditions of the position

• Deadline: The selection process ends once the candidates are selected
• Start of contract: As soon as possible.
• Location: UM6P, Benguerir
• Type of Contract: CDD.