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Morocco

Job Title : MASCIR - Postdoc in seaweeds valorization?

Job Summary

MAScIR-UM6P is seeking a highly motivated and experienced postdoctoral researcher to join our team in the study of seaweed biology and its valorization. The position focuses on developing innovative and sustainable strategies for converting seaweeds biomass into valuable bio-based products and understanding the biological properties of seaweeds, with an emphasis on their potential applications in biotechnology, agriculture, and other bioproducts applications. This research will explore the chemical and biological aspects of seaweeds, along with their valorization for new products such as biostimulants to enhance soil health and carbon sequestration.

Job Responsibilities


	Conduct cutting-edge research on the conversion processes of various types of ?biomass (e.g., seaweeds) into valuable bio-based products.?
	Investigate and optimize technologies for biomass pretreatment, enzymatic hydrolysis, fermentation, and other biochemical or thermochemical processes.?
	Investigate the potential of seaweed-derived compounds for use in agriculture, including their role as biostimulants, organic fertilizers, or crop protection agents.?
	Develop and optimize methods to extract, isolate, and characterize valuable bioactive compounds (e.g., polysaccharides, proteins, polyphenols) from seaweeds.?
	Assess the potential applications of seaweed-based products in agriculture.
	Design and conduct experiments to assess the functional properties of seaweed extracts and their impact on soil health, plant growth, and environmental sustainability.?
	Explore innovative methods for processing of seaweeds to ensure sustainable valorization and minimize environmental impact.
	Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods, providing insights into the biological properties of seaweeds and their industrial applications.?
	Prepare research findings for publication in high-impact scientific journals and present results at international conferences and symposia.
	Present research findings at conferences and collaborate with industry partners or stakeholders on practical applications of research.
	Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including experts in marine biology, environmental science, agricultural technology, and industrial biotechnology.
	Mentor graduate students, interns, or research assistants involved in related projects.


Qualifications:


	Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or a related field.?
	Strong background in biomass conversion technologies (e.g., thermochemical, biochemical, or enzymatic processes).
	Experience with seaweed valorization, biochemical analysis, and extraction techniques.?
	Familiarity with the industrial valorization of marine resources, including their potential applications in agriculture.
	Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and statistical software.?
	Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven track record of scientific publications.?
	Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.


Join us in pioneering innovative research in algal biotechnology and bioprocess engineering. Together, we aim to drive sustainable solutions using algae for a greener future. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and innovative researcher to our team.

Application procedure:
Applications must be sent using a single electronic zipped folder with the mention of the job title. The folder must contain:


	A detailed CV.
	A synthetic presentation of your background, projects and activities, key achievements
	cover letter highlighting their qualifications?
	3 references letters


About UM6P:
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.


Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

United Kingdom, Durham

The Role and Department 

The Department of Physics at Durham University is one of the top UK Physics departments with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching, research and employability of our students. Ranked in the top 10 in REF2022 in terms of power, 96% of Durham Physics research was considered either to be of "internationally excellent quality" or "world leading".

Working with the Director of CfAI, the post holder will be responsible for developing and executing the strategic plan for CfAI's projects and will work with senior academics and other stakeholders to ensure outputs from instrumentation projects are in line with University and Department strategy. The post holder will develop and maintain an operational structure that is in line with strategy, and recommend improvements to internal processes, communications, operational efficiency and the approach to line management of staff.

The post holder will provide the strategic input into the projects undertaken within CfAI in particular the coordination of the resources of a project team to ensure the timely delivery of projects. This will include forward planning, resource projection, and the identification, recruitment and development of new staff.

When required the post holder will also be responsible for technical and managerial support on projects working closely with both the internal and external stakeholders. They will also support proposal preparation specifically in relation to the costing, resource allocation and management. When applicable the post holder may also provide technical management support for specific projects, either directly, or through the management of dedicated Project Managers.

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

Specific Role Requirements


	Travel independently between the Physics Department on the Durham Science site and the CfAI research Institute out at Netpark, Sedgefield.
	Travel independently to visit prospective partners and customers in relation to CfAI projects, some of which may be outside the UK.
	It is also possible that some travel may be required to attend project meetings and instrument installations some of which may be outside the UK.
	Attend all training and development, as required.


Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement Privacy Notices - Durham University which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data.

When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.


Durham University

China, Suzhou

Position Overview

DEPARTMENT:?Chemistry and Materials Science/ School of Sciences?
ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE: Chemistry and Materials Science?
POSITION TITLE:?Open rank faculty appointment?
LOCATION:?Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
POSITION OPEN DATE:?3th March 2025
ADVERTISEMENT CLOSING DATE:?until filled
JOB ID: 4082
CONTRACT TYPE:?Fixed-Term/3-year contract, renewable. The 3rd contract is open-ended

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are looking to recruit and hire highly experienced, motivated, productive, and accomplished scholars/researchers at the forefront of Computational Chemistry, Materials Science, or AI/Robotics-related research in Chemistry and Materials Science to help support our academic programme and research growth in this area. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a track record of impactful research contributions in one or more of the following key areas: computational modeling of chemical systems, AI-driven materials discovery/design, robotics for chemical synthesis, machine learning applications in chemistry, molecular dynamics simulations, quantum chemistry, nanomaterials, energy materials, or biomaterials.

Candidates with expertise in related fields but not directly linked to AI/Computational Chemistry or Materials Science are also encouraged to apply, provided they have a truly outstanding profile in interdisciplinary research, funding acquisition, and innovative work with industry. Priority will be given to those with a strong international reputation, a proven ability to secure external funding, and demonstrated excellence in academic supervision and research mentorship. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing both teaching and research missions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to the dynamic growth of Chemistry and Materials Science at the institution.

ABOUT XJTLU

In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses.
XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next ten years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located. The Taicang site will be a pioneer of, and educational model for, the future campus in addressing challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Other new initiatives include new working partnerships with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the continued development of the four new Academies, and exploration of further potential locations to develop the SE model.

With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from west and east.

For detailed information about the university, please visit the university website: www.xjtlu.edu.cn.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department belongs to the School of Science and focuses on Chemistry and Materials Science. It has recruited faculty from globally distinguished institutions working in these disciplines. Although relatively young, the Department has already established a solid reputation, as indicated by its large number of high quality research publications in impactful journals (Q1), ?growing number of grant awards to its staff (e.g., from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and major industry partners) and national and international research collaborations. It has state-of-the-art instrumentation housed in custom-built labs, and provides excellent technical support. Current research areas include: Advanced materials, High-performance batteries and supercapacitors, Nano porous materials, Microfluidic-based biosensors, Nano-electrocatalysts - Energy nanomaterials, Biomaterials and their biomedical applications, High-throughput screening, Carbohydrates Chemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, and AI/Robotics for Chemistry among others. The Department is dedicated to providing an international environment for both teaching and research, with around half of its academic staff born out of mainland China. The Department also collaborates closely with the newly established Advanced Materials Research Center (AMRC), a university-level research center specialized in the development and application of novel materials.

The academic unit was first established in 2010 as the Department of Chemistry and recently was renamed into the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science to better describe its growing work and impact in the two fields. The Department currently delivers one undergraduate BSc programme in ‘Applied Chemistry’ and a BEng programme in ‘Materials Science and Engineering’ expected to start in September of 2025, two Master programmes ‘MRes in Advanced Chemistry’ and ‘MRes in Materials Science and Engineering’ and a ‘PhD in Chemistry.’ In 2017 our BSc in Applied Chemistry programme was accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, the first RSC accreditation of its kind in China.

Staff also benefit from the fact that Suzhou is a ‘hot-spot’ for biotechnology/biomedical science and materials science research and entrepreneurship. Cold Spring Harbor Asia (http://www.csh-asia.org/index.html) is located within walking distance and there are over 1000 biotechnology companies in BioBay (http://en.biobay.com.cn/main/index.asp) providing ample industry collaboration and entrepreneurship opportunities.

As a state-level economic and technical development zone (ETDZ), Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) boasted a No.1 ranking among 218 zones of its kind in China for five consecutive years (2016-2020) by the Ministry of Commerce based on the zone’s comprehensive development level. The broader Suzhou area encompasses the spirit of both old and new in China, with the historic old town’s canals, UNESCO World Heritage Site gardens, and the I.M Pei-designed Suzhou Museum attracting millions of tourists annually. SIP offers an excellent quality of life. The nearby Jinji Lake provides attractive views, by day and night, and there are a variety of shopping facilities, international and local restaurants, entertainment hubs and a great nightlife.??Suzhou became the world's largest industrial city in 2021, with the gross industrial output value reaching the milestone of 4 trillion RMB.

For more information:?https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/study/departments/school-of-science/chemistry-and-materials-science

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES


	To teach undergraduate and graduate students
	To maintain active and productive research and obtain research funding?
	To carry out various administrative duties related to university teaching and research???? (e.g., Research Officer, Lab Safety Officer, and Examination Officer etc.)
	To supervise graduate students and support teaching and research staff
	To establish an innovative and well-funded research group that is open to interdisciplinary collaboration that yields productive research outcomes.?


PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES


	Effective communication skills; fluent in written and spoken English
	Problem-solving/creativity?
	Adaptability and flexibility
	Professionalism and work ethic
	Interpersonal abilities to manage a research team
	Positive attitude and energy
	Diversity / Sensitivity


QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCES

Essential Requirements:

PhD Degree: A PhD degree in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, Materials Science, Computational Chemistry, or a related discipline is required.

Teaching Experience: Demonstrated teaching experience or strong potential for effective teaching.

Research Publications: Proven track record of high-quality, high-impact research publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Field of Expertise: Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in Computational Chemistry/Materials Science or AI/Robotics-related research in Chemistry/Materials Science.

Current Position: Candidates currently holding the position of Assistant Professor or above will be prioritized.

Research Leadership: Active engagement at the forefront of Chemistry and/or Materials Science, with a strong international research profile.

Funding Success: A successful history of securing external research funding.

Academic Supervision: Demonstrated ability in academic supervision and mentoring of UG and PG students.

The ideal candidate will combine excellence in both teaching and research, with a commitment to advancing knowledge in their field through innovative approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration.

CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas. ?Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT


	Clear career development path with annual review.
	Professional development training is provided.


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: Competitive salary in the market

BENEFITS:


	Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances such as?

	
		Housing allowance
		Travel allowance
		Kids’ education allowance
		Relocation allowance
		Etc.
	
	
	Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members (for details please refer to the University Policy).
	Paid holidays:?
	
		Statutory Holidays (13 days)
		Annual Leave (34 days)
		Family Matters Leave
		Paid Sick Leave
		Marriage Leave
		Paternity Leave
		Parental Leave
		Etc.
	
	
	Working visa and residence permit in China:?


XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application on our university website

https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4082&company=xjtlu?

Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes the following three parts in the order:


	A cover letter?
	A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level
	Contact details for three referees?


For enquiries relating to the position, please email acting Head of Department, Dr. Lifeng Ding, Lifeng.Ding@xjtlu.edu.cn and copy HR at Zhi.Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn ?Please quote the position and job ID in your enquiry.


Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Hong Kong

Applications are invited for:-

Department of Chemistry

Research Assistant Professor

(Ref:250000KM) (Closing date: November 30, 2025)

The Department of Chemistry at The Chinese University of Hong Kong invites applications for the position of Research Assistant Professor.

Applicants should (i) possess a Ph.D. degree; (ii) have completed post-doctoral training; and (iii) demonstrate strong research experience in the synthesis of carbon nanomaterials using chemical vapor deposition (CVD). A solid publication record in internationally recognized journals is essential, along with a proven commitment to advancing research in the synthesis of carbon nanomaterials and carbon allotropes.

The appointee is expected to (a) work closely with Prof. MIAO Qian’s research group (https://www.cuhk.edu.hk/research/MiaoGroup/miao-group-web.html) to advance research in the templated growth of carbon nanomaterials and carbon allotropes; and (b) act as Principal Investigator to apply for funding from the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong and other external funding agencies annually.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, renewable subject to performance and mutual agreement.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be highly competitive with qualifications and experience. In addition, the University offers a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including medical care and a 15% contract-end gratuity for appointments of two years or longer.

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit online application form, cover letter outlining their interest in the position, detailed curriculum vitae, together with the names and e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants' consent has been given for their providing references. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.


The Chinese University of Hong Kong

$105,314 - $116,679 p.a. + 17% superannuation  

Australia, Camperdown


	Full time, 2 years fixed term with potential extension. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES)
	Exciting opportunity to develop new approaches for pharmaceutical lead discovery using mRNA display
	Base Salary, level A $105,314 - $116,679 p.a. + 17% superannuation 


About the opportunity

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Peptide Based Drug Discovery to conduct research focused on the development of a new class of bioactive molecules with the potential to have wide-reaching applications in fundamental research and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The research program is co-funded by the Australian Research Council and the Sydney- and US-based biotech company INSAMO and the successful candidate would work at the Camperdown campus of the University of Sydney.

Your key responsibilities would be to:


	work with the research groups of Prof. Joel Mackay and Prof. Richard Payne, alongside a postdoctoral peptide chemist, and jointly in collaboration with INSAMO
	use mRNA display to design and select candidate cyclic peptides from large libraries
	characterize the structure and biochemical activity of candidate peptides in the context of their protein targets
	assess the ability of these peptides to degrade their protein target in cell-based assays
	assist in the supervision of junior group members (e.g., PhD candidates and undergraduates)


About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who has:


	A PhD (or near completion) in protein biochemistry, structural biology or a closely related discipline
	expertise in recombinant DNA technology (cloning, mutagenesis), protein expression and purification
	expertise in protein biophysics and structural biology, characterization of protein interactions.


Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

Candidates should indicate which level they wish to apply for; however, the selection panel reserves the right to make offers based on its appraisal of the candidate's skills, experience, and knowledge.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au

Copyright The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for this role.


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