Research Assistant -Waste Valorization & Electrochemical Energy Storage
UM6P - Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique
A propos de l'entreprise
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 Moroccos frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.
Vos missions
Area of Specialization: Inorganic Material Synthesis, Hydrometallurgy, Electrochemical Energy Storage
Number of Positions Available: 1
Contract: CDD
Place: UM6P MSN Department (Benguerir)
We are seeking a Research Assistant (Min. Bac+5) to drive fundamental and applied research in the extraction, purification, and valorization of vanadium and silicates from spent catalysts, and their integration into advanced energy storage systems.
Key Responsibilities
· Hydrometallurgical Extraction & Purification: Design and optimize vanadium extraction routes; develop purification strategies to obtain battery-grade vanadium; work on silicate recovery and purification.
· Materials Synthesis and Applications: Prepare and optimize vanadium electrolytes for vanadium redox flow batteries; develop vanadium-based cathode materials for Na-ion batteries (e.g., NVP, NVPF, NVPFO); investigate the use of purified silicate for phosphoric acid defluorination and as anode precursor for Li-ion/Na-ion batteries.
· Advanced Characterization & Performance Evaluation: Characterize solid and liquid samples using XRD, SEM/EDS, ICP-OES, FTIR, Raman, TGA/DSC, BET; evaluate electrochemical performance using CV, EIS, and galvanostatic cycling.
· Project Management and Dissemination: Contribute to experimental planning, data analysis and reporting; assist in supervision of students; prepare scientific manuscripts, presentations and project reports.
Profil recherché
Required Qualifications
· Masters degree (Bac+5) or equivalent in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
· Expertise in at least one of the following: hydrometallurgy / inorganic process chemistry; battery materials synthesis (Li-ion / Na-ion); electrochemical energy storage (VRFB, Li-ion, Na-ion).
· Hands-on experience with materials characterization and electrochemical testing.
· Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
· Strong scientific writing skills and good communication in English (French is an asset).