FMS - Faculty positions in Medical Biology

About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P)

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing. 

More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P 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. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model.

In its research approach, UM6P promotes transdisciplinary and entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions for developing up to date science and at continent level in order to address real challenges.

About the Faculty of Medical Sciences

The Medical & Paramedical Cluster’s mission is to create a health ecosystem combining academic activities, scientific research and care through the Smart Health Care City project of Benguerir.

The Faculty of Medical Sicences (UM6P-FMS), the Cluster's main institution, endeavors to build very high-level medical and paramedical study programs. UM6P-FMS aims to train medical doctors, PhDs, pharmacists and nurses in a scientific research environment of excellence, in partnership with international universities and leader pharmaceutical groups. 

The Faculty seeks to respond to current and future changes in medical practices through the Medicine and Polyvalent Nursing streams, and to develop Biotechnology through the Pharmaceutical stream.

About the Position: 

Faculty of Medical School, UM6P Hospital, University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Benguerir, Morocco, invites applications for tenured faculty positions in Medical Biology at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. We seek passionate and innovative researchers-educators to join our dynamic and ambitious team to contribute to cutting-edge discoveries in human health and diseases. 

Successful candidates will establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and contribute to teaching in medical biology, molecular medicine, or related disciplines. We encourage applications from scientists addressing fundamental or translational questions in areas such as: Molecular/cellular mechanisms of diseases infectious diseases Genomics, precision medicine regenerative medicine metabolic disorders Translational Medicine 

Qualifications: 

• Ph.D., M.D., PharmD or equivalent in biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field. Postdoctoral research experience and a strong publication record. 
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate, graduate, and/or medical students. 
• Potential to collaborate across disciplines (e.g., bioengineering, computational biology, clinical medicine). 
• To be able to work as a team member. 
• To have an analytical mind and be able to summarise and write in English 

We Offer: 

1. A generous startup package to develop and sustain your own research team.
2. Access to state-of-the-art core facilities, including:
   1. Genomics and transcriptomics platforms
   2. Medical imaging platform
   3. Animal research facility
   4. Bioinformatics and data science tools....
3. A dynamic anglophone academic and research environment.
4. Strong institutional and clinical partnerships with national and international healthcare and industry actors.
5. Full support for professional development, scientific networking, and work-life balance.

How to Apply: 

Submit a single PDF containing: 

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae 
• Research statement (3 pages; current work + future plans)
• Teaching philosophy (1–2 pages)
• Contact information for 3–5 references