The Applied Chemistry and Engineering Research Centre of Excellence (ACER CoE) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Benguerir, Morocco, is seeking postdoctoral fellows in chemistry and chemical engineering. UM6P is a leading institution in Africa, committed to research and innovation, and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities. The university is deeply engaged in economic and human development, with research and innovation at the forefront of African progress.

ACER CoE is a newly established center designed to address persistent process challenges in chemistry and engineering disciplines, fostering an environment for interdisciplinary research. The center's research program is multidisciplinary, with faculty expertise spanning chemistry, chemical engineering, and environmental engineering. Key research areas include catalysis, separation, energy generation, conversion and storage, organic optoelectronics, intelligent and advanced polymers, and materials.

The postdoctoral fellow will join ACER CoE to develop and conduct research programs focused on the development of materials for hydrogen storage and porous materials for applications relevant to energy and environmental issues. The research will cover gas/vapor/liquid adsorption and membrane applications, reticular chemistry of materials, porous adsorbents, X-ray crystallography, spectroscopy, and topological analysis of inorganic and organic-inorganic hybrid coordination polymers.

Under the direction of Professor Youssef Belmabkhout, the successful candidate will design and develop materials for gas storage, separation, purification, sensing, and waste transformation/energy efficiency. Additional responsibilities include advising graduate students, contributing to the development of a first-class research-oriented program at UM6P, and collaborating with researchers within the center and university.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields from a recognized university. They should have a strong publication record, preferably in the design and preparation of porous materials for gas/vapor adsorptive and membrane separations, and experience with relevant testing instruments. Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, enthusiasm for generating new ideas, and a passion for solving complex problems. Skills in synthesis and characterization of porous materials (such as MOFs, zeolites, silica-based materials) and experience with academic databases and software are expected. The ability to co-supervise graduate students is also required.

Applications must be submitted online, with a single electronic zipped folder containing a cover letter, detailed CV, and brief research proposal. Short-listed candidates will be invited to meet the university selection committee and must provide a list of three references. The position offers an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team, develop funded research projects, present research outcomes at scientific meetings, and publish in high-impact international journals.

For further details and to apply, visit the application link provided.