Post-Doc in Multifunctional Hydrogels for Agricultural Applications
Collaborative postdoctoral role to develop bio-sourced hydrogels for sustainable agriculture with MIT partnership.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in chemistry, materials science, or polymer science with hands-on experience in hydrogel formulation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
This postdoctoral position at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) focuses on advancing multifunctional hydrogels derived from locally abundant biomass for agricultural applications. Under the supervision of Professor Youssef Habibi, the successful candidate will work on a collaborative project with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), integrating bio-based additives and fertilizers through sustainable pathways. The role involves rigorous experimental testing, interdisciplinary collaboration, and short-term assignments in the United States. The Sustainable Materials Research Center (SusMat) at UM6P emphasizes transdisciplinary research, innovation, and addressing real-world challenges in Africa’s green and circular economy transition.
What you'll do
- Develop and test multifunctional bio-sourced hydrogels for agricultural applications using locally abundant biomass.
- Conduct rigorous experimental testing to ensure system performance and functionality.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and partners from MIT.
- Travel to the United States for short-term work assignments as part of the collaborative project.
- Maintain detailed experimental records and draft technical reports, research papers, and conference presentations.
- Supervise and mentor undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students in research activities.
- Contribute to writing research proposals and seeking external funding for future projects.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field
Language: English; strong verbal and written communication skills required
Instruction: English
- Hands-on experience in hydrogel formulation and (bio)polymer processing
- Proven expertise in design, fabrication, and characterization of porous materials
- Proficiency in analytical, spectroscopic, and microscopic techniques
- Experience supervising students at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels
- Ability to maintain detailed experimental records and draft technical reports
- PhD in the subject discipline with relevant postdoctoral research experience
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-04
Applicants must submit a detailed CV, a cover letter with a synthetic presentation of their background, research works, projects, publications, and key achievements. Additionally, a research and teaching plan, entrepreneurial ideas, and a one-page statement addressing how their skills benefit the role and their interest in the position are required. Contact information of three referees must also be provided.
- Detailed CV
- Cover letter with background and research presentation
- Research and teaching plans
- Entrepreneurial ideas and concepts (if any)
- One-page statement on how skills benefit the role
- Contact information of 3 referees
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