About the role
Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Omics and Soil Microbiome Research
The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) invites applications for
a Postdoctoral Fellow
position to join an interdisciplinary research project focused on
metaproteomic analysis of soil microbial communities. This project aims to
identify key genes and enzymes
involved in mitigating
salinity stress
and improving
soil health and crop productivity.
These positions are part of a broader initiative to develop
biofertilizers and sustainable agricultural strategies
to combat soil degradation and salinization. Research will involve
state-of-the-art metaproteomics, bioinformatics, and functional microbiome studies
conducted in
field trials, greenhouse experiments, and laboratory settings.
This role will focus on the interactions between
rhizosphere microbiota and plant roots,
investigating how microbial enzymes enhance plant stress tolerance under salinity conditions.
The Successful Candidate Will
- Conduct metaproteomic and genomic sequencing of microbial communities associated with plant roots.
- Identify microbial enzymes and functional pathways involved in nutrient acquisition and stress adaptation.
- Analyze plant-microbe interactions in response to salinity stress.
- Collaborate on biofertilizer development incorporating beneficial microbial enzymes.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Soil Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Expertise in microbiome data analysis, metagenomics, or metaproteomics.
- Proficiency in bioinformatics tools for multi-omics data processing.
- Strong publication record in relevant fields.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and collaborate across research groups.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in functional characterization of microbial enzymes.
- Familiarity with microbial ecology and soil biochemistry in stress adaptation.
- Background in field and greenhouse experimental design.
Application Process
Applicants should submit the following documents:
- Cover letter detailing research interests and relevant experience.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a full list of publications.
- Contact information for three references.
For inquiries, please contact
achraf.elalali@um6p.ma
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