Entreprise
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco’s frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.
Adresse
Lot 660, Hay Moulay Rachid, Ben Guerir 43150
Poste
About the position
The increased demand for food and its reliance on agricultural inputs (mainly fertilizers) exert great pressure on agri-food supply chains and call for more sustainable and effective food production systems. Although the key contribution of mineral fertilizers (N and P) to sustain crop production, the plants root plasticity, rhizosphere microbial activities and their interactions play a pivotal role in enhanced nutrient acquisition and crop productivity through a range of beneficial plant-growth-promoting traits (N fixation, phytohormones production, P, K and Zn solubilization, etc.). Improving our understanding of root plasticity (type and dose and availability of nutrient), rhizosphere processes (exudation of organic acids and phosphatases) and beneficial root-microbes’ interactions is a must for achieving higher crop productivity in a sustainable way. Exploring biological resources and (crops and beneficial microbes) and different types of mineral fertilizers (mainly N and P) could be an effective and integrated nutrient management approach allowing higher yield and nutrient acquisition efficiency.
As a successful candidate you will be actively involved in various research activities including laboratory and field experiments to evaluate the performance and significant contribution beneficial microbes to enhance nutrient acquisition efficiency and relevant crop yield.
Key responsibilities:
The research assistant will be expected to:
- Conduct greenhouse and field experiments.
- Perform different biochemical analyses and soils, plants and microbes.
- Analyze the data and write reports.
- Collaborate within a large team of researchers; phd students, postdocs, and technicians.
Profile recherché
Desired skills and experiences:
- BSc or MSc in plant biology, or agronomy, soil sciences or related fields.
- Previous experience in the field of this position with knowledge in plant-soil-microbes interactions.
- Preferably good level in spoken English and proficiency in academic writing.
- Aptitude for teamwork, problem solving skills and collaborative relationships.
