About the position
MSN - Assistant Professor in Thin Film Materials and Surface Engineering
Research Field: Engineering
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
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
Description of main research theme:
looking for a candidate with strong expertise in advanced thin film deposition, surface modification, and characterization techniques, aimed at developing innovative protective coatings and functional materials for industrial applications.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic academic and research team, contributing to advancements in materials development with a focus on thin films, plasma treatments, and protective coatings.
Key responsibilities and qualifications include:
Conduct research on thin film deposition using physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques, including magnetron sputtering, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques,.
Develop thin film materials with tailored properties for applications in corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and low-friction coatings.
Apply low-pressure plasma treatments for surface modification such as nitriding and carburizing techniques to improve hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue life of metallic surfaces
Collaborate with industry partners to address real-world challenges in protective coatings and contribute to the development of scalable solutions for wear and corrosion protection.
Supervision of master and PhD students, providing guidance on experimental techniques, data analysis, and research methodologies.
Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present work at international conferences.
Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and with external research partners.
Qualification requirements
Demonstrated expertise in material science, chemistry, electrochemistry, and surface engineering, with a focus on surface engineering techniques and their applications.
Proven expertise in the development of thin film materials for corrosion protection.
Publication record showcasing research contributions in relevant fields such as low-pressure thin film deposition, thin film material design using physical vapor deposition, surface engineering, materials science, or related disciplines.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to research and teaching in materials science and plasma processing, with a focus on developing innovative, industry-relevant solutions in surface engineering and protective coatings.
Candidates interested in applying for this position should submit the following documents via our online application portal:
A brief statement outlining your interest in the position, relevant expertise, and how your background aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the job description.
A detailed CV including your educational background, research experience, publications, teaching experience, and any other relevant achievements.
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/412555/msn-assistant-profe…
What you’ll bring
- Key responsibilities and qualifications include:
- Qualification requirements
At a glance
- Position type
- Assistant professor
- 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 - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-447843
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering
- Research area
- Electrochemistry, Surfaces & interfaces
- Methods
- Synthesis, Spectroscopy
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 28 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 23 Jun 2027 · 00:00 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 28 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 28 Sep 2026
2027-06-23T00:00:00+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 23 Jun 2027 - 00:00 (UTC)
Apply low-pressure plasma treatments for surface modification such as nitriding and carburizing techniques to improve hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue life of metallic surfaces
Application procedure
Candidates interested in applying for this position should submit the following documents via our online application portal:
Where to apply
Apply now
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/412555/msn-assistant-professor-in-thin-film-materials-and-surface-engineering/?TrackID=427338
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