Professor in Green Chemistry and Biotechnology
Lead applied research in sustainable materials and bioprocessing at a cutting-edge African university.
Best for:Best for established researchers with 5+ years of post-PhD experience in green chemistry, biotechnology, or polymer science, seeking a leadership role in applied research and entrepreneurship.
Overview
This faculty position at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) focuses on advancing green chemistry and biotechnology for biobased materials. The role is based at the Sustainable Materials Research Center (SUSMAT-RC), which specializes in converting biomass into advanced materials using biotechnological and chemical processes. The successful candidate will lead research projects, collaborate with industry and academia, and contribute to teaching at both master’s and PhD levels. The position emphasizes applied research, innovation, and entrepreneurship to address real-world challenges in sustainable development for Morocco and Africa. Academic freedom and interdisciplinary collaboration are core values of the institution.
What you'll do
- Lead research in green chemistry and biotechnology, focusing on biobased materials and sustainable processes.
- Develop and conduct applied research projects on biomass conversion, bioprocessing, and green synthesis of monomers/polymers.
- Collaborate with industry, academia, and external partners to translate research into commercializable products and processes.
- Design and teach advanced courses in biotechnology and green chemistry for master’s and PhD students.
- Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, ensuring progress in research and development.
- Manage and administer research projects, including literature reviews, proposal writing, and patent filing.
- Engage in knowledge transfer by presenting findings to researchers, clients, and collaborators.
- Contribute to the strategic vision of SUSMAT-RC by identifying and developing innovative research concepts.
- Participate in proposal development, proposal management, and research program expansion.
- Promote entrepreneurship and innovation, including prototyping, product visualization, and venture funding.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Green Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a closely related discipline
Language: Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
Instruction: English and French
- At least 5 years of professional experience post-PhD, including postdoctoral research
- Expertise in organic synthesis, functionalization, and biotransformation of biobased chemicals and monomers
- Experience with (bio)polymer chemistry and processing of (bio)polymers and (bio)composites
- Demonstrated ability to lead and maintain research programs
- Experience in supervising master’s and PhD students
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Experience in collaboration with national and international institutions
- Familiarity with Moroccan and African industrial ecosystems
- Experience in entrepreneurship, including start-up development and venture funding
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience post-PhD
- No nationality restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-04
Submit a comprehensive application folder including a detailed CV, cover letter, research and teaching plans, entrepreneurial ideas, and contact information for three referees. The application should be concise, focusing on background, research works, projects, publications, and key achievements, limited to 3-4 pages.
- Detailed CV
- Cover letter with synthetic presentation of background, research works, projects, and key achievements
- Research and teaching plans
- Entrepreneurial ideas and concepts (if applicable)
- Services to UM6P community (if applicable)
- Contact information of 3 referees
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