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Ziat Lab Renewable Energy & Materials
PhD Opportunities 2026/2027
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    • EST Beni Mellal — USMS Graduate Admissions

    PhD Research Application Portal

    Join Prof. Younes Ziat's research group at Sultan Moulay Slimane University and contribute to cutting-edge research in Computational Materials Science, Density Functional Theory (DFT), Renewable Energy Materials, Hydrogen Technologies, and Advanced Functional Materials. Applications from motivated candidates with a strong academic background are welcome throughout the year.

    Available Research Positions

    PhD

    Computational Materials Science & Density Functional Theory

    Develop first-principles computational models to investigate the structural, electronic, magnetic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of advanced functional materials.

    Deadline: September 30, 2026
    PhD

    Renewable Energy Materials

    Explore innovative materials for hydrogen storage, photocatalysis, thermoelectric energy conversion, and sustainable energy technologies using computational approaches.

    Deadline: October 1, 2026
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    Eligibility Section

    • Academic background: Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Physical Chemistry, Nanoscience, Computational Physics, or a closely related discipline.
    • Research Interest: Strong motivation for computational materials science, Density Functional Theory (DFT), and renewable energy materials.
    • Programming Skills: Basic knowledge of scientific computing (Python, MATLAB, Linux, or similar tools) is considered an advantage but is not mandatory.
    • Language Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in English. French is beneficial for administrative communication.
    • Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Motivation Letter, Academic Transcripts, and any relevant publications or research experience (optional).

    Submit Your Application

    Applications are submitted securely through this form. For urgent issues, contact ziat.estbm@gmail.com