About the position
IWRI - Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioinspired Circular Conversion of Multi-source Biomass Feedstocks
Institution: MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Organisation/Company: MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Research Field: Chemistry
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
Application Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Job Title: IWRI - Postdoctoral researcher in Bioinspired circular conversion of multi-source biomass feedstocks for water-retentive agricultural systems
Host Institute: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), International Water Research Institute (IWRI)
Project Overview
The International Water Research Institute (IWRI) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join an interdisciplinary research program dedicated to the development of bioinspired, circular-economy-driven materials for water retention, soil hydration, and sustainable agriculture.
The project aims to design next-generation supramolecular materials derived from biomass for applications in water stress mitigation, nutrient retention, and soil regeneration.
Job Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in sustainable processing of multi-source biomass feedstocks and/or development of biobased/bio-inspired materials.
Strong experience in Biopolymers, modification, and supramolecular assembly.
Experience in developing biobased hydrogels or hydrated colloidal systems for water retention, soil improvement, or controlled release applications.
Experience with biostimulants or eco-friendly soil conditioners is an asset.
Hands-on experience with physicochemical characterization techniques such as FTIR, UV–Vis, XRD, DLS, SEM–EDS, TEM, TGA/DSC.
Experience in co-supervision and coordination of master/PhD students.
Commitment to lab safety and research integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct original, internationally competitive research on bioinspired materials, biostimulant matrices and water-retentive biobased systems for enhanced water–nutrient coupling.
Develop nutrient (N, P)-enriched biostimulant matrices for enhanced water–nutrient coupling and improved plant nutrition.
Prepare, submit, and publish high-impact peer-reviewed scientific articles, and present research findings at international conferences, workshops, and scientific meetings.
Mentor and co-supervise Master’s and PhD students within the framework of research activities.
Collaborate with internal and external researchers to reinforce interdisciplinary synergies across water sciences, materials chemistry, and sustainable agriculture.
Communicate regularly with the research project team regarding the development, progress, challenges, and outcomes of research activities.
Identify and implement areas of improvement within research workflows using integrated and statistical management approaches (DOE, optimization strategies) to strengthen capacity building and scientific rigor.
Contribute actively to the preparation of research proposals for national and international competitive funding opportunities.
Contribute to water-related innovation, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary projects at IWRI.
Research statement
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/414116/iwri-postdoctoral-r…
What you’ll bring
- Job Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in sustainable processing of multi-source biomass feedstocks and/or development of biobased/bio-inspired materials.
- Strong experience in Biopolymers, modification, and supramolecular assembly.
- Experience in developing biobased hydrogels or hydrated colloidal systems for water retention, soil improvement, or controlled release applications.
- Experience with biostimulants or eco-friendly soil conditioners is an asset.
- Hands-on experience with physicochemical characterization techniques such as FTIR, UV–Vis, XRD, DLS, SEM–EDS, TEM, TGA/DSC.
- Experience with greenhouse or laboratory experiments evaluating water retention, soil hydration, plant germination, or agronomic performance under water stress.
- Experience in co-supervision and coordination of master/PhD students.
- Mentor and co-supervise Master’s and PhD students within the framework of research activities.
At a glance
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Institution
- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
- Department
- Not stated
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Morocco, MA
- Supervisor / contact person
- Not stated
- Funding
- Funding not stated
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Contribute actively to the preparation of research proposals for national and international competitive funding opportunities. - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-458360
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Chemistry
- Research area
- Surfaces & interfaces
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 28 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 31 Oct 2026 · 00:00 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 28 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 28 Sep 2026
2026-10-31T00:00:00+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)
Prepare, submit, and publish high-impact peer-reviewed scientific articles, and present research findings at international conferences, workshops, and scientific meetings.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit:
Where to apply
Apply now
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/414116/iwri-postdoctoral-researcher-in-bioinspired-circular-conversion-of-multi-source-biomass-feedstocks/?TrackID=427338
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