"Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Natural Products Chemistry"

The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Laâyoune is seeking applications for a highly skilled Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a background in Natural Products Chemistry. Candidates should hold a PhD in Natural products chemistry, Phytochemistry, Cell biology, Pharmacognosy, Cosmetology, or a related field. The successful candidate will focus on developing new formulations with Plant-based Natural Products for cosmeceutical and pharmaceutical applications.

The ideal candidate will be expected to join an interdisciplinary team to work on projects focused on biomass valorization, green chemistry, metabolomics, formulation chemistry, and biological activities of desert natural resources. Evidence of research excellence is expected.

Education

• A Ph.D. in Phytochemistry, Pharmacognosy, Cosmetology, Natural Products Chemistry, and Cell biology or related field.

Requirement

• Hands-on experience in optimizing extraction processes and characterizing bioactive ingredients from various biomass.
• Demonstrated competence in purification/isolation and structure elucidation of pure natural products/unknown secondary metabolites using advanced analytical tools.
• Proven experience in mastering cell culture/treatments/cell viability.
• Excellent skills in vitro biological assays (enzymes involved in skin disorders, inflammation, and oxidative stress).
• Proven technical experience in advanced microscopy tools, Real-time PCR, and Flow cytometry.
• Advanced Knowledge in skin biology and technical skills in cosmetic formulation.
• Proficiency in the use of software and databases and statistical analysis.
• Publish in well-ranked and high-impact journals in the field.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students.
• Strong French and English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.