About 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, entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions for developing up to date science and at continent level in order to address real challenges.

All our programs run as start-ups and can be self-organized when they reach a critical mass. Thus, academic liberty is promoted as far as funding is developed by research teams.

The research programs are integrated from long-term research to short-term applications in linkage with incubation and start-up ecosystems.

About College Of Computing

The College of Computing is a central component of the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) with campuses in Benguerir and Rabat.

The goal of the school is to set up an unprecedented research-education program, of international level, to address the UM6P challenges in terms of research and education, covering all aspects of computer science, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, data sciences, algorithms, databases, cloud computing, software engineering, networking, operating systems and security.

Job Description

UM6P invites applications for a professor position (at all ranks) in all areas of computer science. A successful candidate will be expected to lead a research team of graduate students as well as teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The position is open to individuals with a PhD degree from a recognized university and with substantial expertise in computer science. Qualified candidates will be recruited according to their academic accomplishments. For applications at the assistant professor level, candidates should demonstrate excellent research potential. Candidates at more senior levels should in addition have an established record of outstanding research achievements.

Criteria Of The Candidate

• PhD in Computer Science with a relevant experience as postdoctoral researcher.
• Experience in one of these areas: artificial intelligence, machine learning, data sciences, algorithms, databases, cloud computing, software engineering, networking, operating systems and security.
• Prove ability to perform multidisciplinary research and contribute to funded research programs.
• Good English communication skills, both verbal and written are important.
  
  

Application and Selection

The Application Folder Must Contain

• Detailed CV.
• Cover letter along with a synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements.
• Brief Research and teaching plans.
• Contact information of 3 referees.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Best in class salaries.
• Research budget allowance to professors.
• Complete benefits including housing support, tuition fees, life & medical insurance. retirement, maternity leave and sabbatical.