Poste :

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI-UM6P LAAYOUNE))

Position Announcement

Job Title: Research assistant in Biochemistry & Plant-based products

Duration Contrat: 12 Months Contract

Job description:

African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is seeking applications for one year contract as a Research assistant in the field of Biochemistry & Plant-based products. The candidate should hold an engineering degree or a master’s degree (Bac +5) with a professional experience in Biochemistry & Plant-based products. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing scientific research in the laboratory and organize/carry out field work.

Key duties:

Successful candidate is expected to:

• Have a good experience in lab and field work.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of research activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and project objectives.
• Collect, support, and process samples for routine laboratory tests.
• Perform experiments, assays, and protocols with attention to detail.
• Have a strong experience in research in the fields of Biochemistry and Natural Product Chemistry/Plant-based Products.
• Have experience in statistical analysis and academic writing (Data analysis and interpretation).
• Contribute to general laboratory management and logistics, including equipment maintenance and procurement of supplies.
• Have strong French and English communication skills. Both verbal and written are required.

About ASARI (UM6P Laâyoune):

The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Laayoune City, south of Morocco. It constitutes a structure of applied research with a vision of solving real Local, Regional, and African agriculture challenges leveraging up-to-date science and technology. To implement its vision, ASARI puts a lot of emphasis on interdisciplinary research in sectors of strategic interest for the southern regions of Morocco and for the African continent such as:

• Plant & animal biotechnology (biosaline agriculture, animal production & nutrition, valorization of native aromatic & medicinal plants and algae, etc.)
• Sustainable technologies in water, environment, and energy sectors.

Profil recherché :

Criteria of the candidate:

• Applicants must have an Engineering or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Natural product chemistry, or Cell Biology from a well-recognized University.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry will be preferred.
• Strong laboratory skills are required, ideally with expertise in phytochemistry, pharmacognosy, and cell pharmacology.
• Ability to conduct field work.
• Ability to quickly learn new practical and theoretical concepts.
• A positive work attitude and ability to work both in a team and independently are essential.