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About UM6P
Located in Benguerir, in the heart of Morocco’s Green City, University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) is an internationally oriented higher education institution committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research. UM6P focuses on fields critical to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa.
About the African Genome Center
The African Genome Center at UM6P is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing genomics and bioinformatics research in Africa. Its mission is to address key challenges in health, agriculture, and biodiversity by leveraging cutting-edge genomic technologies and fostering collaboration between international and African scientists. The center plays a pivotal role in positioning Morocco and the continent as leaders in genomics and precision medicine.
About the Role: Post-Doctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics and Animal Cell Biology
Animal biology and production are central to Morocco's economy and food security, with key livestock species including sheep, cattle, goats, and poultry, alongside working animals like donkeys and camels in rural areas. These sectors face challenges such as feed shortages, disease outbreaks, and climate change, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices, advanced breeding, and modern management techniques.
This post-doctoral position is based in Benguerir, where the candidate will collaborate closely with the African Genome Center to integrate bioinformatics, molecular biology, and cellular techniques. The focus will be on addressing critical challenges in animal production using advanced tools such as Whole Exome Sequencing (WES), RNA analysis, GWAS (Genome-Wide Association Study), and CRISPR technology. The fellow will contribute to groundbreaking research that enhances understanding of complex biological systems while fostering international collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
The Post-Doctoral Fellow will:
Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
Technical Skills
Contract Details
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation with a focus on Africa.
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