GSMI: Post-doctoral Position in mineral processing - process mineralogy (10225)

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University - Benguerir - Morocco

Geology & Sustainable Mining Institute GSMI

About the employer

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields.

The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco's frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.

UM6P is located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City and only 70 km away from Marrakech. Thanks to its prestigious architectural landscape and modern equipment, the UM6P offers premium conditions for a desirable lifestyle.

DESCRIPTION OF GSMI :

GSMI (Geology & Sustainable Mining institute) aims to strengthen its industrial partnerships within and beyond Morocco and Africa by adopting an integrated and sustainable strategic vision of R&D and training. The institute focuses on various aspects of the mine lifecycle and aims to provide significantly higher added value. In addition to conventional mineral resources R&D, GSMI places emphasis on developing the mine of the future, which includes areas such as geo-mineralogy of mineral resources, circular economy, resource governance, sustainable management of water in mining, and integrated management of mine discharges.

Furthermore, GSMI offers several state-of-the-art R&D platforms that are at the forefront of science and technology. These platforms serve as advanced research and development facilities for conducting cutting-edge research and exploring technological advancements in the field.

Areas of research

• Mineral engineering
• Physical chemistry of surfaces and interfaces
• Process mineralogy

Job Description

The Geology and Sustainable Mining Institute (GSMI) at the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) invites applications for an 18-month postdoctoral position in mineral engineering and mineralogy, with a particular emphasis on sedimentary phosphate ores. We are especially interested in candidates with research interests in the mineralogical, physical, and chemical characterization of phosphate ores, automated mineralogical characterization, physical chemistry of surfaces and interfaces, and mineral processing.

The candidate will be involved in OCP-funded multidisciplinary research projects aimed at improving the scientific knowledge of the beneficiation routes of Moroccan phosphate ores and proposing avenues for optimizing the processing schemes. The selected candidate is expected to develop efficient processes for phosphate ores enrichment. This will involve a thorough examination of the mineralogical, physical, and chemical properties of phosphate ores, investigation of various beneficiation processes, and the employment of automated mineralogical microscopy.

The position is open to candidates holding a Ph.D. degree in mineral engineering, materials science or a related field with a focus on phosphate ores beneficiation and mineralogy.

Documents to be supplied:

• Application letter;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• List of publications;
• Contact details for two reference persons;
• Other documents that the candidate considers important for the recruitment process.

The applications will be reviewed by a scientific committee. The selection board will decide from among the eligible applicants those who will be invited to attend an interview.

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