GSMI – Postdoc in Phosphate-based porous materials for agriculture applications

Project line: 127PD011-31

Location: Benguerir, UM6P

Duration: 2 years

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to join a multidisciplinary team investigating the use of microporous materials for agricultural applications. The successful candidate will contribute to a funded research project focused on developing innovative soil conditioners and nutrient delivery systems that enhance water retention, nutrient use efficiency, and soil health, supporting sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural practices. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, synthesize, and characterize microporous materials (e.g., porous ceramics) tailored for agricultural applications.
• Investigate the interaction of microporous materials with soil and plant systems, focusing on water management, nutrient release, and pollutant retention.
• Conduct greenhouse and/or field trials to evaluate agronomic performance and environmental benefits.
• Prepare scientific reports, peer-reviewed publications, and project deliverables.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including soil scientists, chemists, and environmental engineers.
• Supervise MSc or PhD students.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Inorganic Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in the development of microporous materials.
• Strong expertise in material characterization techniques (e.g., FTIR, XRD, SEM, TGA, BET).
• Good Knowledge of agronomic tests and design of experiments (DOE).
• LCA basics
• Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to interpret and analyze experimental results.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety measures.

Application and Selection:

The application folder must contain:

• Detailed CV,
• A cover letter along with a synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements,
• Research and teaching plans, entrepreneurial ideas and concepts, if any, and services to the UM6P community: max 3-4 pages,
• 3 reference letters.