Assistant Professor in Vertebrate / Macroinvertebrate Paleontology

About the role

The Geology and Sustainable Mining Institute (GSMI) of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is creating a Research Center for Palaeontology to preserve and promote Morocco's rich fossil heritage through exhibitions and scientific research. The Assistant Professor in Palaeontology will join this team, conducting high-level research, helping manage fossil collections and teaching at the university.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out innovative, multidisciplinary research on the evolutionary history of organisms and ancient environments
• Organize and lead major field expeditions for fossil collection and site prospecting
• Manage and develop the university's paleontological collections to international standards, help build a digital database and contribute to their conservation and scientific management
• Teach palaeontology at doctoral, bachelor's and master's levels, design collection-based modules and supervise MSc and PhD students
• Support the development of paleontological exhibitions and act as a contact point for researchers, amateur collectors, museums, universities and associations

Required profile

• Solid background and publication record in palaeontology, preferably in non-vertebrate macrofossils (macroinvertebrates) or Mesozoic and Cenozoic chondrichthyans; other fields related to palaeontology, especially of Morocco, will also be considered
• Proficiency in fossil preparation, study and conservation techniques
• Ability to organize fieldwork and lead field expeditions
• Knowledge of paleontological and paleoenvironmental concepts
• Experience in collection management and conservation is appreciated

Required skills

• Palaeontology research and fieldwork
• Fossil preparation, study and conservation
• Knowledge of 3D technologies (surface scanning, microtomography) is appreciated

Candidates must submit an application letter, CV, a summary of their PhD thesis, statements of research and teaching interests, a description of key achievements, a list of publications and three reference letters, all in a single zipped file.