Postdoctoral Researcher

**Job Description**
The Geology and Sustainable Mining Institute (GSMI) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is seeking applications for an 18-month postdoctoral position in mineral thermal processing and pyrometallurgy. The researcher will develop innovative high-temperature processes for the transformation, upgrading, or enrichment of mineral resources, especially from complex or secondary ores. This role involves studying thermal and physicochemical properties, designing and executing thermal treatment experiments, and optimizing pyrometallurgical flow sheets for value-added material production.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Strong background in material characterization techniques (e.g., XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM)
• Hands-on experience in laboratory-scale thermal treatment using muffle furnaces, tubular reactors, or pilot-scale kilns
• Proven ability to conduct independent research, analyze data critically, and communicate results effectively
• Excellent scientific writing and oral communication skills in English
• Proficiency in French (plus)
• Experience in pyro-chemical processing of oxide, sulfide, or silicate ores (preferred)
• Familiarity with thermodynamic simulation software (e.g., FactSage, Thermo-Calc) (preferred)
• Previous involvement in industry-oriented or collaborative research projects (preferred)

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Metallurgy
• Process Engineering
• Materials Chemistry
• Related discipline, with a specialization in pyrometallurgy or mineral thermal processing

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