ASARI - Postdoctoral Position in Veterinary Sciences

About UM6P:

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher education. Its educational system is based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model. It focuses on applied research and innovation both in Morocco and Africa. 

The university is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors, and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure.  

About Entity (ASARI):

The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). It is located in Laayoune City, in south of Morocco. Its vision is targeting real, local, regional, and African challenges in the fields of agricultural in dry lands and marginal environments, animal value chain, water and energy sustainability, biorefinery and bioenergy, cultivation and conversion of micro and macroalgae, and geology and mining.

Oriented towards Africa, ASARI acts in connection with a wide network of universities and research centers around the continent in order to link real field issues with up-to-date science. The institute has attracted multidisciplinary research teams composed of food engineers, agronomists, biochemists, biologists, … etc.

Description of the position:

The successful candidate will propose and develop research projects in veterinary sciences. he/she will be responsible for:

• Conducting independent research in veterinary sciences within the Animal, Veterinary, and Food Science Research Group, with a focus on animal health and welfare.
• Investigating and addressing veterinary issues relevant to southern Morocco, particularly (but not limited) in camels and goats.
• Providing basic husbandry, handling, and health surveillance of farm and laboratory animals.
• Developing and implementing new veterinary science research methodologies to improve disease management and animal productivity.
• Writing research proposals and securing external funding to support the Animal, Veterinary, and Food Science Research Group research projects.
• Publishing research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed veterinary science journals.
• Identifying, establishing, and developing infrastructure appropriate for the incorporation of research about veterinary sciences.
• Collaborating with faculty members while managing veterinary research activities and services.

The candidate will also be expected to help maintain all field and laboratory equipment, order supplies as needed and help maintain research plot records and. Responsibilities also involve frequent travelling to different areas in Morocco and Africa.

Education

• Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine or a closely related field
• Bachelor in Veterinary Medicine or a closely related field.
• A strong research background in veterinary medicine, epidemiology, animal health management, or diagnostics.

Requirement

• Strong analytical skills in veterinary research.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and experimental design. 
• High interested in applied research.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Ability to initiate, conduct, and publish research results in a scientific manner and to attract external funding.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to communicate fluently in English.