Postdoctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics and Microbial Genomics at African Genome Center Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in

The African Genome Center (AGC) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Morocco is offering a postdoctoral fellowship in bioinformatics and microbial genomics. AGC is a leading research institution focused on biodiversity genomics, OMICS and metabolic engineering, genome editing, and natural product chemistry and metabolomics. The center is equipped with advanced genomics platforms and is dedicated to advancing genome biology research and training in Morocco and across Africa.

This postdoctoral position is part of Professor Vittorio Venturi’s research group, which investigates bacterial cell-cell signaling within plant microbiomes. The successful candidate will analyze genomics and metagenomics data to study signaling systems in plant-associated bacteria and explore the genomic features of beneficial bacterial strains. The research aims to deepen understanding of microbial interactions in plant ecosystems and contribute to sustainable agricultural solutions.

Applicants should have a PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Microbial Genomics, Bioinformatics, or a related field, with proven expertise in bacteriology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and soil and rhizosphere microbial genomics. Proficiency in molecular biology laboratory techniques, a strong publication record, and excellent English communication skills are essential.

AGC offers a vibrant, international research environment and is committed to democratizing genomics research in Africa, supporting both fundamental and applied science in agriculture, conservation, environment, food security, and health. For more information about the center, visit https://agc.um6p.ma.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and contact details for three references via the application portal. For further details, contact Professor Vittorio Venturi at [email protected].