International Graduate Program “Molecular Biology and Medicine of the Lung” (MBML)

March 18, 2009

15 Doctoral Positions Available for Pulmonary Research in Germany (Giessen, Germany)

The International Graduate Program “Molecular Biology and Medicine of the Lung” (MBML) is the leading educational platform of the University of Giessen Lung Center (UGLC) at the Justus Liebig University in Giessen, Germany. We are now seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals for full-time doctoral studies in the following areas:

• E. Baumgart-Vogt: Lung cell biology; Emphysema
• S. Bellusci: Lung development
• A. Ghofrani: Pulmonary hypertension
• V. Grau: Lung transplantation and rejection
• F. Grimminger & R. Savai: Lung cancer
• A. Günther & P. Markart: Lung fibrosis; cell biology
• J. Hänze: Reactive oxygen; Vascular remodelling
• S. Herold: Acute lung injury; Pneumomia;
• W. Kummer: Inflammation; Emphysema
• G. Kwapiszewska: Vascular remodelling; Pulmonary hypertension
• J. Lohmeyer: Acute lung injury; Pneumonia;
• K. Mayer: Sepsis; Acute lung injury
• R.E. Morty: Acute lung injury; Lung development
• S. Pleschka: Virology
• K.T. Preissner: Inflammation; Lung fibrosis
• S.S. Pullamsetti: Pulmonary hypertension; Vascular remodelling
• R.T. Schermuly: Pulmonary hypertension; Vascular remodelling
• I. Vadász: Acute lung injury
• R. Voswinckel: Lung development; Pulmonary hypertension
• N. Weissmann: Hypoxia; Pulmonary hypertension; Emphysema
• M. Wygrecka: Inflammation and acute lung injury

Students will receive a monthly stipend, and depending on their qualifications and the projects selected, may be eligible to register for one of the four doctoral degrees offered, including the PhD, the Dr rer. Nat., the Dr. biol. Hum. and the Dr. med.

Candidates must be in posession of a Master’s degree in the life sciences, or a primary degree in human or veterinary medicine, by October 2009. Candidates will be expected to attend an interview in Giessen in June 2009, and are free to start their laboratory research anytime after 1 July 2009. The formal coursework starts in October 2009. Please consult the MBML program webpage http://www.uniklinikum-giessen.de/mbml for information on the programme.

Applications, consisting of a (i) letter stating your intention to apply, (ii) a current curriculum vitae, (iii) a list of three potential referees, and (iv) your acadmic transcripts, compiled into a single PDF file, should be submitted to mbml@uniklinikum-giessen.de by 15 May 2009. Please direct any enquiries to Dr Rory E. Morty (rory.morty@innere.med.uni-giessen.de).

PhD studentship Bioengineering, medical engineering

March 17, 2009

PhD studentship Bioengineering, medical engineering: A novel computational model to detect the effects of normal ageing on retinal vascular function

Description :

Ageing is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The assessment of retinal microcirculation is proved to offer an important prognostic and diagnostic tool of the unpredicted, acute circulatory events in the elderly population. Normal data acquisition and interpretation is, however, necessary to differentiate changes due to normal ageing from the first signs of pathology. This is invaluable since early detection and intervention are essential principles in both disease management and maintaining patients’ quality of life (QOL). The aim of this work is to produce a new computational model that facilitates automatic analysis of the retinal vascular function measurements using the Dynamic Retinal Vessel Analyser (DVA, Imedos, GmbH, Germany), an instrument presently used for early detection of vascular dysfunction in diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Prospective PhD students are expected to have very strong matematical background

Homepage : Aston University
Category : PhD studentship Bioengineering, medical engineering
Contact address : SEAS Aston University Birmingham B4 7ET
Keywords : computational model building, automatic analysis, pattern recognition
Name : Dr Anikó Ekárt
Email : a.ekart@aston.ac.uk

PhD Scholarships in Public Health Science - Denmark

March 1, 2009

PhD Scholarships in Public Health Science

The Danish Graduate School in Public Health Science, GRASPH, is pleased to announce that six PhD-scholarships will be awarded by 1st of July 2009 to encourage young science graduates to embark on a research career in public health science. The PhD Scholarships are co-financed between The Danish Agency for Science, Technology and Innovation, the Faculties of Health Sciences (Universities of Copenhagen, Southern Denmark and Aarhus) and specific institutions in GRASPH.

Applications for 3-year scholarships are invited from candidates with a relevant master´s degree to one of the projects announced on our web site, www.phdpubhealth.dk. It is recommended to make contact with the main supervisor or contact person of the relevant research project before applying. Whether or not your degree equivalates a degree of the relevant academic level, you should obtain an evaluation by Cirius before applying for admission as a PhD student (http://www.ciriusonline.dk/Default.aspx?ID=3771).

Applicants who are already enroled or in the process of enrolment as PhD students by March 2009 cannot apply. Following allocation of the scholarships enrolment must take place at one of the Faculties of Health Sciences at either University of Copenhagen, Aarhus or Southern Denmark.

Appointment will take place at the institution where the PhD project is to be carried out. The terms of employment are stated in the agreement between The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the Ministry of Finance. The position is 3-yearly and is carried in accordance with ´Aftale mellem AC og Finansministeriet om lønnede ph.d.-stipendiater´ (Agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) on salaried scholarships). As scholarship holders are included in the agreements regarding ´Ny Løn? (new salary), the salary is set as a result of an individual salary negotiation. The scholarship holder is obligated - with no further salary - to carry out tasks in connexion with lectures etc. for up to 840 working hours in the duration of the 3 year employment.

The PhD programme is to be completed in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the PhD Course of Study and on the PhD Degree of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, and the regulations and guidelines defined by the respective universities.

How to apply

Applications must be delivered in 9 copies and as a pdf-file on a cd-rom. Applicants should fill in a special application form found on http://www.phdpubhealth.dk/stipendier/. The application (written in Danish or English) should include all the enclosures stated in the form.

Deadline for application is 16th of March, 2009 at 16:00. The application should be send to graduate school coordinator Lisbeth Lyng Hansen, Danish Graduate School in Public Health Science, Øster Farimagsgade 5, P.O. 2099, 1014 Copenhagen K.

The qualifications of the applicant will be assessed by an assessment committee in accordance with the Ministerial Order Regarding Appointments. On the basis of the recommandations of this committee the Dean of the relevant faculty will make a decision for allocating the scholarship.

Further information about the scholarships can be obtained by contact to the director of the Graduate School, professor Torben Jørgensen, Research Centre for Prevention and Health, tojo-at-glo.regionh.dk.

The Danish Graduate School in Public Health is aimed to stimulate research and training of PhD students within public health sciences. GRASPH is based on a collaboration between 13 public and private research institutions which are: Institute of Public Health, University of Copenhagen; Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark; Institute of Public Health, University of Aarhus; National Research Center for the Working Environment; National Institute of Public Health; Statens Serum Institut; Research Centre for Prevention and Health, Capital Region; Institute of Preventive Medicine, Capital Region; DSI Danish Institute for Health Services Research; Research Unit of General Practice in Copenhagen; Research Unit of General Practice in Odense; Research Unit of General Practice in Aarhus; Institute of Epidemiological Cancer Research, Danish Cancer Society.

The Graduate School is funded for a 5-year period by The Danish Research Agency and The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Copenhagen.

12 PhD Fellowships at Jena School for Microbial Communication

February 27, 2009

12

PhD Fellowships at Jena School for Microbial Communication

Description : The Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) is funded by the German Excellence Initiative. It conceptionally combines different research areas (microbial communities, interactions with plant, animal and human hosts and environmental interactions) to a comprehensive picture of microbial communication (www.jsmc.uni-jena.de). JSMC is an ambitious Graduate School prospectively comprising 150 PhD students who are educated in a structured, interdisciplinary training program based on top-level fundamental research. Four faculties of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena, six non-university research institutions as well as twelve partner companies are participating in this cutting edge research and training program which includes an innovative PhD program, career development and intensive sociocultural care. Three embedded existing Research Training Groups as well as twelve other cooperative research projects are engaged to incorporate novel research areas to achieve a complete view of microbial communication. JSMC invites applications for 12 PhD Student Fellowships We expect: - a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural or Life Sciences (e.g., Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Medical Sciences, etc.). Candidates about to earn their degree are welcome to apply. - high motivation and interest to join one of the interdisciplinary research areas of JSMC - creativity and interest to shape your own thesis project - an integrative and cooperative personality - very good communication skills in English (instruction language at JSMC) We offer: - a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research conditions - a PhD stipend paid for 3 years according to the rules of the DFG (German Research Foundation) as well as generous research funding - a comprehensive mentoring program with efficient supervision by a team of supervisors - a structured PhD training program including courses in novel technologies and soft skills - Jena – the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively city with dynamic business activities, successful scientific centres of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich Schiller University Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer. The application procedure is handled online exclusively via the JSMC website: www.jsmc.uni-jena.de To apply, please acquaint yourself with the vacant PhD projects listed on this website. Then download, complete, and submit the ‘Statement of Interest’ form. Applications can only be considered upon receipt of the completed ‘Statement of Interest’ form submitted by email to apply-jsmc@uni-jena.de. DO NOT submit any additional documents at this point. Deadline for submission of the ‘Statement of Interest’: April 6th, 2009. Selected applicants will be invited to a JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, at the end of June, 2009. Awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter (July 2009).

Homepage : http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de/

Contact address : JSMC - Jena School for Microbial Communication Friedrich Schiller University Jena Jenergasse 8 D-07743 Jena phone: +49 (0)3641-930 420

Keywords : biology, chemistry, physics, medical sciences, biochemistry, jena, phd fellowship
Name : Ulrike Schleier
Email : appl-jsmc@uni-jena.de

PhD Fellowship, Chemical crosstalk among bacterial predators, JSMC, Germany

March 8, 2009

JSMC invites applications for a
PhD Fellowship (Ref.No. JSMC?42/2009) on the topic
Chemical crosstalk among bacterial predators

The genus Lysobacter constitutes a physiologically unique group of organisms within the ??proteobacteria that practices wolf pack behavior to prey on other microbes. The research project is focused on the identification and characterisation of chemical factors that trigger or mediate group predation using methods of molecular biology and analytical chemistry.

We expect:
- a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Chemistry. Candidates about to
earn their degree are welcome to apply.
- high motivation and interest to join one of the interdisciplinary research areas of JSMC
- creativity and interest to shape your own thesis project
- an integrative and cooperative personality
- very good communication skills in English (instruction language at JSMC)

We offer:
- a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top?level research
conditions
- a PhD stipend paid for 3 years according to the rules of the DFG (German Research Foundation) as
well as generous research funding
- a comprehensive mentoring program with efficient supervision by a team of supervisors
- courses in novel technologies and soft skills
- Jena - the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively city with dynamic business activities,
successful scientific centres of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich

Schiller University
Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer.

The application procedure is handled online exclusively via the JSMC website

www.jsmc.uni?jena.de

Please visit this website to acquaint yourself with details about the project above and other PhD projects offered within the current JSMC Recruitment Call. Then complete and submit the ‘Statement of Interest’ form downloadable from www.jsmc?uni?jena.de. Applications can only be considered upon receipt of the completed form, submitted by email to apply?jsmc@uni?jena.de. DO NOT submit any additional documents at this point.
Deadline for submission of the ‘Statement of Interest’: April 6th, 2009.

Selected applicants will be invited to the JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, at the end of June,2009. PhD fellowship awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter (July 2009).

Pakistan Scholarships: Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) 2009

March 12, 2009

AUSTRALIAN DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS - FOR MASTER-LEVEL STUDY ONLY

Under the 2010 Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) program the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) is pleased to invite applications from interested candidates who are committed to contribute towards the development of Pakistan. The Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) are the principal mechanism by which Australia provides scholarship assistance for individuals from developing countries to undertake studies at Australian education institutions.

These scholarships are available to all citizens of Pakistan (who currently reside in-country the year round) for Masters-level study in Australia commencing in semester 1, January 2010. Fifty per cent of the scholarships are reserved for female candidates; high priority will be given to those who have not studied overseas at the post-graduate level. The scholarships are generous and include a stipend as well as full tuition fees at well respected and internationally recognized Australian universities.

Eligibility Criteria for ADS

Candidates must:

• be Pakistani citizens (dual nationals are not eligible) and not have permanent residence in Australia or New Zealand;
• not be married or engaged to a person who is eligible to hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residence;
• satisfy Australian Government requirements for international student entry to Australia (health, character etc.);
• not hold another scholarship;
• not have held a foreign scholarship in the 24 months preceding the application (24 months are calculated from the date of arrival back in Pakistan to the closing date for receipt of applications, i.e. 26 April 2009);
• be applying to commence a new course of study and not be seeking support for a course already commenced in Australia (on-going study programs will not be supported);
• be able to take up the scholarship in the year for which it is offered (deferrals are not available); and
• satisfy the admission requirements of the Australian tertiary institution in which the course is to be undertaken.

Candidates must also:

1. be applying for courses that fall within the priority areas identified below;
2. have a high standard of academic background with a suitable level of previous study and a minimum of 60 per cent average grades;
3. have a satisfactory command over the English Language as indicated by at least an overall current IELTS Band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (a test result obtained anytime after November 2007 will be considered current). AusAID will reimburse the amount for IELTS examination for the successful candidates (if exam is undertaken between 23 Feb 2009 to 11 April 2009);
4. have at least 16 years of education;
5. have at least 2 years work experience in the field in which you are applying; and
6. not be older than 45 years at the closing date for applications (i.e. 26 April 2009).

Priority areas: In each case merit will be given to candidates likely to influence development outcomes at the national and regional levels.

1. Education (e.g. Education and Teacher Training, Educational Administration, Educational Management, Health Educators Education, Primary Teacher Education)
2. Health (e.g. Health Service Management, Public Health, Mother and Child Health)
3. Natural Resources Management (e.g. Agriculture, Animal husbandry, Animal studies, Aquaculture and Fisheries, Forestry, Horticulture, Rural Management, Environmental Studies)
4. Social Sciences (e.g. Criminology, Trans-national Crime Prevention, Development Studies, International Affairs, Public Policy, Social Policy, Women’s Studies, Human Rights)
5. Governance (e.g. Public Administration and Management, Development Management, Public Sector Financial Management, Economics, Human Resource Management, International Trade and Customs, Social Administration, Taxation Studies)
6. Law and Legal Studies (e.g. Justice, Law Enforcement, Legal Studies)
7. Information Technology (e.g. Information Technology Management, Computer Science)

How to apply

Applicants fulfilling these basic eligibility criteria should submit an application which can be downloaded from the Australian High Commission, Islamabad website: http://www.pakistan.embassy.gov.au/. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the scholarships program are also available on the High Commission website. For further information please send your queries to ausaidscholarships.islamabad@dfat.gov.au. No calls or correspondence will be accepted regarding the status of applications.

Applicants should submit the following additional documents in support of the application:
• Three application forms in original (photocopied forms will not be accepted);
• One copy of the self assessment form for eligibility to be attached on top of the three application forms;
• Three recent passport size photographs affixed to the forms;
• Attested copies of educational certificates and detailed mark sheets (transcripts) for all examinations from matriculation/O levels to the highest degree obtained;
• Copy of National Identity Card and Passport;
• Employment letters specifying years of service and job description (for all years of employment);
• IELTS score sheet (mandatory-a test result obtained anytime after November 2007 will be considered current, expired scores will not be accepted);
• All Master applicants whose study program will include at least 50 percent research MUST attach an outline of the proposed research project (up to 1,000 words) to each application form.

Please note that all documents sent to AusAID should be on A-4 size paper and should be attested by a First Class Government Gazetted officer or any person of an equal status. Candidates should also ensure that the “Employer and Nominating Authority statement” on page 11 and 12 of the form is fully completed.

Scholarship holders should note that they are required to return to Pakistan and take up a position that makes use of the study for a minimum period of two years. Scholarship awards must be taken up in 2010 and cannot be transferred to the next academic year.

Information on courses offered by Australian universities may be obtained by visiting the Australian Education International website: http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au. Information on IELTS examination schedule (test dates and centres) and how to register for an exam can be obtained from the website: www.ielts.org. Please note that an IELTS result becomes available two weeks after sitting for the examination. TOEFL scores cannot be submitted in place of IELTS scores as TOEFL results are not accepted for student visa purposes under the Australian law. Applicants who have a foreign degree are not exempt from submitting a current IELTS result with their application.

Please clearly mark the envelope with the scheme under which you are applying (ADS). The deadline for receipt of applications at the AHC is 26 April 2009. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Only successful applicants will be advised of the outcome of the selection process (by mid June). All decisions of AusAID are final.

Applications together with the requisite documents should be sent to:

The Program Officer
AusAID
Australian High Commission (AHC)
Diplomatic Enclave 1, Sector G-5/4
P.O. Box 1046, Islamabad.

Ph.D. Research Assistantship available for study of duck nesting ecology

March 5, 2009

Ph.D. Research Assistantship available for study of duck nesting ecology

Ph.D. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP is available beginning August 2009 within the Ecology Department, Montana State University (MSU) to work on nesting ecology of ducks in North and South Dakota. The research will investigate the role of winter wheat to nesting success at multiple spatial scales. Preliminary data suggest that nests in winter wheat fields may have high survival rates, and funding is now in place to conduct an intensive investigation of factors influencing nest survival in landscapes where a winter cereals program is in place. The student’s research advisor will be Jay Rotella. The work will be done in close conjunction with biologists and GIS specialists at the Great Plains Regional Office of Ducks Unlimited.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
M.S. in wildlife biology, conservation biology, ecology, natural resource management, or related field. Background in basics of applied statistics. Skill in communicating scientific results in peer-reviewed literature. Strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to lead and conduct field research. The successful applicant must have a GRE of over 1100 (verbal and quantitative).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with generalized linear models, mark-recapture modeling and associated software packages, demographic parameter estimation and modeling, field logistics, and field work. Knowledge of theoretical and applied population ecology.

STIPEND: $18,000 per year ($1,500 per month). Room & board expenses will be covered during the field season. Out-of-state tuition waiver provided.

APPLICATION:
Deadline: 10/05/2009

Prospective candidates should mail (1) a cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) copy of transcripts & GRE scores (official copies not necessary at this time); (4) examples of your work (e.g., M.S. thesis, journal articles, or journal-article submissions); and (5) the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of at least three individuals who have first-hand knowledge of your research experience and professional abilities to Jay Rotella

Dr. Jay Rotella
Ecology Department
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717
USA

We will begin reviewing applications on 10/05/2009 and continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

PhD Scholarship in Plant Gene Technology - Australia

March 5, 2009

PhD Scholarship in Plant Gene Technology

In Africa the number of people that must be fed is growing faster than the supply of food. CSIRO Plant Industry with Monash University are offering a PhD Scholarship for 4 years with a stipend of $25,000 per year to help address this problem. The position will be located in Canberra.

PhD Scholarship in Plant Gene Technology - Insect Resistant Plants for the Worlds Poor
CSIRO Plant Industry, Canberra
Ref: 2009/1

Applications close 13 March 2009

CSIRO has a PHD Scholarship to offer for 4 years with a stipend of $25,000 per year.

In Africa the number of people that must be fed is growing faster than the supply of food. There is a need to produce more food at a lower cost on less land with fewer chemical inputs of fertilizer and pesticides. Better crop genetics is one of the keys.

One of the crucial crops for Africa is cowpea. It is high in protein and provides amino acids that compliment the mainly cereal diets. It also has one of the best plant sources of folic acid. This hardy plant thrives on low rainfall and in low-fertility soils, typical conditions across the cowpea basket of West Africa.

Cowpea is devastated by insects, both in the field and in storage after harvest. Insect-resistant, genetically-modified (GM) crop plants can help produce more food in an environmentally-friendly way. A GM-cowpea expressing a gene from the soil microbe, Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), is now in development. Although Bt cowpea will be to protect against the caterpillar Maruca vitrata, other insect pests will continue to plague cowpea both in the field and in storage. Most important of these are cowpea flower thrips, pod-sucking bugs and cowpea weevils. Weevil-resistant cowpea grain, were it available, would help secure the seeds from destruction during storage after harvest.

This project will test a novel method for protecting against insect pests of cowpea, one that compliments the use of a Bt gene. The target is the insect midgut, the essential interface separating the insect from the outside world. Several years of study by colleagues at Purdue University have revealed that there are many insect-specific genes expressed in the midgut epithelium that are vital for digestion and absorption. Silencing of these key genes could disrupt physiological and biochemical processes crucial to the survival of insects. This strategy would affect the pest insect only and pose little or no hazard to other animals consuming the plant.

Should you require more information on this position please visit https://recruitment.csiro.au/asp/Job_Details.asp?RefNo=2009%2F1 or contact Dr TJ Higgins (CSIRO Plant Industry) TJ.Higgins-at-csiro.au.

Aga Khan University (International), United Kingdom - Research Fellowships

March 4, 2009

Aga Khan University (International) in the United Kingdom

RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS FOR 2009-10 (Social and Cultural Change in Muslim Contexts & Knowledge Construction in Fields Related to Understanding Cultures)
INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF MUSLIM CIVILISATIONS

• Social and Cultural Change in Muslim Contexts
• Knowledge Construction in Fields Related to Understanding Cultures

Programme Description
The research fellowship programme at AKU-ISMC commences in September and offers a unique opportunity to pursue research within an intellectually stimulating and supportive environment. Fellows play an active role in the intellectual life of the Institute, participating in a wide range of seminars, workshops, and conferences. They also enjoy the opportunity of interacting with distinguished faculty at the Institute and from other academic institutions in the United Kingdom. The duration of each fellowship is one year. During this time, candidates explore and shed new light on a specific dimension of one of the Institute’s two major research themes: social and cultural change in Muslim contexts or knowledge construction in the fields related to understanding cultures. These two themes are deliberately open ended and broad in their scope to enable a diverse range of research topics. One example of a research topic that has been derived from the first theme as an area of specific interest at the Institute is the idea of cities as environments for social and cultural change.

The present cohort of fellows (2008/2009) is working on various aspects of social change by examining the dynamics of networks and institutions in Muslim contexts. During the course of this academic year, the Institute will facilitate scholarly dialogue among the research fellows and senior academics who have contributed to the discourse related to civil society and social change within Muslim contexts.

The fellows are expected to produce a research paper on the theme of their fellowship topic, to a standard that is publishable by a quality academic journal, and that can be published in the Institute’s academic publications series. During the course of their fellowship they are required to participate in the educational programmes of the Institute by delivering lectures and seminars as required. Fellows will also contribute to the Institute’s various seminar and discussion series by giving lectures and presenting papers to faculty, students and staff.

Research fellows are also expected to contribute the Muslim Civilisations Abstracts (http://www.aku.edu/ismc/abp.shtml project by writing abstracts and editing papers.

Requirements:
Candidates should have:
• A PhD in the Humanities or Social Sciences;
• A high degree of interest and competence in one of the above research areas;
• A high level of proficiency in communication skills, written and verbal;
• An International English Language Testing System (ELTS) score of at least 6.5 or equivalent is essential.

Funding:
The gross fellowship stipend is £20,000. In addition to the stipend, Fellows from outside the UK will receive a reimbursement of travel expenses for a one-way restricted economy class ticket from their home base to London and single accommodation or a contribution of £800 per month towards a rental accommodation. Other benefits and facilities include: a research grant of up to £500, office space, access to AKU-ISMC’s library and the libraries of neighbouring academic institutions, and access to computer facilities.

Application Procedure
Candidates should complete the Fellowship Application Form (available at http://www.aku.edu/ismc) and submit it along with an updated list of publications and result of their IELTS test.

E-mail: ismc.personnel-at-aku.edu (preferred)
or
Human Resources Department
Aga Khan University Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations
4 Bedford Square
London, WC1B 3RA
United Kingdom

Closing Date
Closing date for applications for the 2009/10 programme is 27 March 2009
(post-mark, fax/email date)

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, to be held in May/June 2009.
Successful candidates are expected to take up their post on 14 September 2009.

By submitting an application to AKU-ISMC you agree to revoke your rights under the Data Protection Act 1998 thereby permitting ISMC to share the contents of your application with relevant colleagues at our headquarters institution AKU Karachi, and with its nominated agents for the purpose of completing this recruitment exercise. AKU-ISMC does not communicate with candidates unless they are to be short-listed for interview.

http://www.aku.edu/ismc

Pakistani Student’s Scholarships for a Master’s or Ph.D. in the United States

March 4, 2009

Fulbright/USAID Master’s Scholarship

This program funds graduate study in the United States for a Master’s degree program. The program

is funded by The United States Agency for International Development (USAID). All disciplines are eligible, except for clinical medicine, with priority given to Education, Educational Management, Agriculture, Health, Teaching of English, Journalism, and fields related to economic development. Eligible candidates will have either a four-year Bachelor’s degree or a Bachelor’s and Master’s combination totaling 16 years of formal education from an accredited university. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply, except for MBA applicants, who require 3 years of work experience.

Fulbright/HEC/USAID Ph.D. Scholarship

This program funds graduate study in the United States towards a Ph.D. degree. This may be coursework and/or research towards a Ph.D. or an entire program. Funding for this program is provided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of the Government of Pakistan as well as USAID. Eligible applicants will have a Master’s, M. Phil. or comparable degree (a minimum of 18 years of formal education) from an accredited university.

Who is eligible for these scholarships?

Pakistani citizens with strong academic histories are eligible to apply. All disciplines - Sciences, Social
Sciences, Arts, Humanities, Journalism, Business, Law - are welcome to apply, except clinical medicine.
It is highly desirable that candidates have work experience in teaching, research, or the public
sector in Pakistan.

In addition to academic work, persons selected for Fulbright programs are expected to share information
about Pakistani life and culture with their U.S. colleagues and with community groups in the U.S. On returning to Pakistan, Fulbright grantees are expected to share their U.S. experiences with colleagues and community groups in Pakistan.

Successful candidates should be poised to assume a leadership position in their field and must be committed to returning and serving Pakistan.

Application process & deadline

Original application with references and attested copies of supporting documentation along with one
additional copy of the complete application must be received by 4:30 p.m. on May 18, 2009.

Furher Scholarship Information

United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan

http://ciit-isb.edu.pk/NEFiles/Images/Fulbright2009.pdf

A*STAR Scholarship Program- Singapore

March 5, 2009

The NSS(BS) funds undergraduate studies at top overseas universities in Biomedical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Engineering disciplines. Candidates who do well will be further supported for a PhD scholarship by A*STAR. The scholarship provides you with opportunities to work in some of the world’s best research instituties and learn from the best scientific talent in a stimulating and nuturing environment. Be a NSS(BS) scholar and enjoy a meaningful career, contributing to cutting-edge research and be Singapore’s future scientific talent.

Please click here to apply. The application form, together with supporting documents, are also to be submitted by post to:

A*STAR Graduate Academy
Agency for Science, Technology and Research
20 Biopolis Way, #07-01 Centros
Singapore 138668

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Further Scholarship Information and Application
Closing date: 31 March annually

PhD Scholarships in Public Health Science - Denmark

March 1, 2009

PhD Scholarships in Public Health Science

The Danish Graduate School in Public Health Science, GRASPH, is pleased to announce that six PhD-scholarships will be awarded by 1st of July 2009 to encourage young science graduates to embark on a research career in public health science. The PhD Scholarships are co-financed between The Danish Agency for Science, Technology and Innovation, the Faculties of Health Sciences (Universities of Copenhagen, Southern Denmark and Aarhus) and specific institutions in GRASPH.

Applications for 3-year scholarships are invited from candidates with a relevant master´s degree to one of the projects announced on our web site, www.phdpubhealth.dk. It is recommended to make contact with the main supervisor or contact person of the relevant research project before applying. Whether or not your degree equivalates a degree of the relevant academic level, you should obtain an evaluation by Cirius before applying for admission as a PhD student (http://www.ciriusonline.dk/Default.aspx?ID=3771).

Applicants who are already enroled or in the process of enrolment as PhD students by March 2009 cannot apply. Following allocation of the scholarships enrolment must take place at one of the Faculties of Health Sciences at either University of Copenhagen, Aarhus or Southern Denmark.

Appointment will take place at the institution where the PhD project is to be carried out. The terms of employment are stated in the agreement between The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the Ministry of Finance. The position is 3-yearly and is carried in accordance with ´Aftale mellem AC og Finansministeriet om lønnede ph.d.-stipendiater´ (Agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) on salaried scholarships). As scholarship holders are included in the agreements regarding ´Ny Løn? (new salary), the salary is set as a result of an individual salary negotiation. The scholarship holder is obligated - with no further salary - to carry out tasks in connexion with lectures etc. for up to 840 working hours in the duration of the 3 year employment.

The PhD programme is to be completed in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the PhD Course of Study and on the PhD Degree of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, and the regulations and guidelines defined by the respective universities.

How to apply

Applications must be delivered in 9 copies and as a pdf-file on a cd-rom. Applicants should fill in a special application form found on http://www.phdpubhealth.dk/stipendier/. The application (written in Danish or English) should include all the enclosures stated in the form.

Deadline for application is 16th of March, 2009 at 16:00. The application should be send to graduate school coordinator Lisbeth Lyng Hansen, Danish Graduate School in Public Health Science, Øster Farimagsgade 5, P.O. 2099, 1014 Copenhagen K.

The qualifications of the applicant will be assessed by an assessment committee in accordance with the Ministerial Order Regarding Appointments. On the basis of the recommandations of this committee the Dean of the relevant faculty will make a decision for allocating the scholarship.

Further information about the scholarships can be obtained by contact to the director of the Graduate School, professor Torben Jørgensen, Research Centre for Prevention and Health, tojo-at-glo.regionh.dk.

The Danish Graduate School in Public Health is aimed to stimulate research and training of PhD students within public health sciences. GRASPH is based on a collaboration between 13 public and private research institutions which are: Institute of Public Health, University of Copenhagen; Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark; Institute of Public Health, University of Aarhus; National Research Center for the Working Environment; National Institute of Public Health; Statens Serum Institut; Research Centre for Prevention and Health, Capital Region; Institute of Preventive Medicine, Capital Region; DSI Danish Institute for Health Services Research; Research Unit of General Practice in Copenhagen; Research Unit of General Practice in Odense; Research Unit of General Practice in Aarhus; Institute of Epidemiological Cancer Research, Danish Cancer Society.

The Graduate School is funded for a 5-year period by The Danish Research Agency and The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Copenhagen.

Fullbright scholarships, USA

Who is ineligible?

Persons with a dual U.S./Pakistan nationality or who
have a spouse, parent, fiancé or child over 18 years
of age who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Employees of the Fulbright organization or the
U.S. Department of State and their spouses, fiancés,
siblings, dependents, children and parents.
Employees of USAID or the HEC and their spouses,
fiancés, siblings, dependents, children and parents
are ineligible for programs funded by their agencies.
Application process & deadline
Original application with references and attested
copies of supporting documentation along with one
additional copy of the complete application must
be received by USEFP at the address given below
by 4:30 p.m. on May 18, 2009.
P.O. Box 1128, Islamabad 44000.
Email: fulbrightapps@usefpakistan.org
Scholarship Competition 2010
Study for a Master’s or Ph.D. in the United States
For more information
and/or to download
an application form, please visit

www.usefpakistan.org

Fulbright/USAID Master's Scholarship
This program funds graduate study in the United
States for a Master's degree program. The program
is funded by The United States Agency for
International Development (USAID). All disciplines
are eligible, except for clinical medicine, with priority
given to Education, Educational Management,
Agriculture, Health, Teaching of English, Journalism,
and fields related to economic development. Eligible
candidates will have either a four-year Bachelor's
degree or a Bachelor's and Master's combination
totaling 16 years of formal education from an
accredited university. Recent graduates are strongly
encouraged to apply, except for MBA applicants,
who require 3 years of work experience.

Fulbright/HEC/USAID Ph.D. Scholarship

This program funds graduate study in the United
States towards a Ph.D. degree. This may be
coursework and/or research towards a Ph.D. or an
entire program. Funding for this program is provided
by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of the
Government of Pakistan as well as USAID. Eligible
applicants will have a Master's, M. Phil. or
comparable degree (a minimum of 18 years of formal
education) from an accredited university.

Who is eligible for these scholarships?

Pakistani citizens with strong academic histories are
eligible to apply. All disciplines - Sciences, Social
Sciences, Arts, Humanities, Journalism, Business,
Law - are welcome to apply, except clinical medicine.
It is highly desirable that candidates have work
experience in teaching, research, or the public
sector in Pakistan.
In addition to academic work, persons selected for
Fulbright programs are expected to share information
about Pakistani life and culture with their U.S.
colleagues and with community groups in the U.S.
On returning to Pakistan, Fulbright grantees are
expected to share their U.S. experiences with
colleagues and community groups in Pakistan.
Successful candidates should be poised to assume
a leadership position in their field and must be
committed to returning and serving Pakistan.
When will the program begin?
Fall of 2010.
What do the grants fund?
The grants fund tuition, required textbooks, airfare,
a living stipend, and health insurance. USEFP also
assists with the visa application process.
Which program should I apply for?
Generally, applicants with 16 years of formal
education should apply for the Master's; those with
18 years of education should apply for the Ph.D.
Grants are awarded in the program considered
most appropriate by USEFP.
Additional requirements?
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required
for all applicants. Applicants must register to take
the GRE before June 15. Applications received by
the May 18 deadline with GRE scores will be given
preference. On the GRE, a minimum score of 300
is required on each section of the examination, with
a higher score on the section most applicable to
your field of study. Applicants must also possess a
high level of fluency in spoken and written English.
Short-listed applicants will be required to take the
TOEFL within two weeks of being short-listed.
Applicants submitting a TOEFL score by the deadline
will receive preference.
Please Note: All successful candidates are required
to sign a contract with USEFP that binds them to
return to Pakistan immediately after their program
in the U.S. and serve the country for the number
of years equivalent to the length of their scholarship
program. This contract is redeemable on a yearfor-
year basis after returning to work in Pakistan,
so that as long as a person fulfills the service
requirement, he or she will pay nothing.
Otherwise, a grantee will be legally liable for the
cost of his or her scholarship program in the U.S.
on a year-for-year basis.
Phone: 051-11-11-USEFP (051-11-11-87337)
Fax: 051-2877095
Women, minorities, persons from FATA, FANA and other remote areas, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

PhD scholarship in Physical Chemistry

February 20, 2009

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PhD scholarship in Physical Chemistry

Description: A position is available in Prof. Jerome Delhommelle’s group (starting date: May or August 2009). Prof. Delhommelle is an Assistant Professor in the Physical Chemistry division of the Department of Chemistry at the University of North Dakota.

Our research focuses on molecular simulation of self-assembly on the nanoscale. More details may be found at:
http://www.und.edu/instruct/delhomjp The position is available on any of the following research topics: * Metal Nanoparticles * Semiconductor Nanostructures * Crystallization of biominerals and biological systems * Investigation of the early steps of amyloid peptide aggregation Requirements:

- Bachelor or Master in Chemistry or Physics. - GRE General - GRE
Chemistry (if degree not in the field of chemistry) - TOEFL Stipend: $ 20,000 / year

Please send a curriculum vitae, test scores, academic transcripts, contact details and names of two references, to Prof. Delhommelle at the following email address: recruitund@gmail.com

Homepage: http://www.und.edu/instruct/delhomjp

Category: Chemistry

Contact address:
Prof. jerome Delhommelle
Department of Chemistry University of North Dakota USA
Keywords: PhD Physical Chemistry

Email: recruitund@gmail.com

Scholarships for Pakistani students - University of Bedfordshire, UK

February 23, 2009:

Scholarships for Pakistani students

The University offers scholarships for Pakistani students of high academic standing commencing their studies at the University of Bedfordshire.

To be eligible for the International Scholarships, applicants must be a Pakistani national or permanently domiciled in Pakistan, must have applied for a course of study and hold an unconditional offer for a course at the University of Bedfordshire. The International Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit.

If you wish to be considered for this scholarship you will need to apply. Applicants cannot apply for the scholarship before being offered a study place at the University of Bedfordshire.

Please note that you can only be awarded ONE University of Bedfordshire scholarship.

To find out more about the International Scholarships, please see the ‘International Scholarships’ section:

International Scholarships

JRF and SRF Position, Life Sciences, University of Delhi

February 23, 2009

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Applications are invited for the following posts:

one SRF, one JRF (MSc Life Sciences/Cell biology/Microbiology/Biotechnology; NET qualified preferred); one lab attendant (Xth pass, with driving experience) for a DBT sponsored project (3years) titled “Extremophilic free living ciliated protozoa from different ecozones in the Eastern Himalayas”. Eligible candidates may send their CVs to Dr Komal Kamra, Principal Investigator, SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi, Delhi-110007 by 28 Feb 2009.

Walk in Interview, Junior Research Fellow, Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun

February 23, 2009

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Advt. No. WII/RES/A.3.10(1) - March 2009

W a l k - i n - I n t e r v i e W

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Engage Junior Research Fellow at Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is a premier national autonomous Institute of the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoE&F), Government of India in the field of teaching, training and research. The WII wishes to engage 03 Junior Research Fellows through a Walk-in-Interview to be held on Monday, 30th March 2009. The details of the positions along with essential and desirable qualifications, terms and conditions and how to apply are given below.

Details of project and position

Project Title, details of position and duration
Study of impacts of biotic disturbances on birds in western Himalayas and development of bird-habitat monitoring protocol.

(01 - JRF)

Duration: Two years.

Essential Qualification
Masters degree in (Botany/Zoology/Forestry/Life Science/Experimental Biology/ Environment Sciences/Biological Sciences/Wildlife Sciences or any subject relevant to Wildlife Sciences) with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks, from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification
Candidate should have good skills in bird identification and a decent knowledge of their vocalizations also. Familiarity with birds of Western Himalayas would be an added qualification. Candidate should be ready to spend considerably long stretches of time in difficult conditions in the forests of Western Himalayas.

Description of Work
The task in the field would primarily involve collecting bird and vegetation data, analyzing it, as given below:

Birds - To conduct point transect surveys to collect information on density and diversity of birds in different disturbance regimes in the study area of Himalayan foothills of Uttarakhand and adjoining Uttar Pradesh.
Vegetation - To quantify vegetation structure and composition parameters like plant species diversity and foliage height diversity through measurements in vegetation plots.
Analysis and report writing - To analyse data and write report.

Project Title, details of position and duration
Conservation of the endangered Asiatic Wild Dog Cuon alpinus in Western Arunachal Pradesh: linking ecology, ethnics and economics to foster better coexistence.

(02 - JRF)

Duration: Three years.

Essential Qualification
Masters degree in Wildlife Science/Animal Science/Zoology/Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Environment Management with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification
Prior experience in animal census techniques, habitat assessment techniques, radio-telemetry, community based conservation efforts, and be familiar with the conservation issues of Arunachal Pradesh and eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspot.

Description of Work
To study the ecology of dholes for the first time in this geographic range and initiate conservation efforts. The results of the work will attempt to ensure long-term survival of dholes and resolving conflicts with local people in Arunachal Pradesh. The Work involves extensive surveying and field data collection in biologically and socio-culturally rich state of Arunachal Pradesh.

GENERAL:

The age of the candidate shall not be more than 28 years as on 25th March 2009. Upper age limit for JRF may be relaxed up to 5 years, as in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped categories.

Selected candidate for the position of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) will be paid consolidated emoluments of Rs. 12,000/- per month.

Research personnel may be allowed hostel accommodation at the institute, as per availability. Where the hostel accommodation is not possible, house rent allowance (HRA) will be paid as per the rules of the Institute subject to the condition that HRA payable, in no case, shall be more than the rates payable to Central Govt./WII Employee(s) in that area. Other allowances and benefits to the research personnel would be admissible as per the rules of the Institute, amended from time to time.

Engagement on the above positions will be purely on a temporary basis initially and may be extended for further period depending upon the requirement and the tenure of project.

The selection of the candidates will be based on Walk-in-Interview to be held on Monday, 30th March 2009 at the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun.

Canvassing in any form is liable to rejection of the candidature.

The `Walk in Interview’ will be conducted on 30th March 2009 and the registration of candidates will begin by 09:00 A.M. onwards.

Candidates should bring the duly filled-in applications with attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, research experience, extra curricular activities, date of birth etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations. All original documents should be produced at the time of registration.

Applications without enclosures and/or incomplete in any respect shall be liable to rejection.

Two way travel expenses will be paid to the candidates, selected for the project. The expense will be limited to actual 2nd class rail/bus fare by the shortest route from his/her place of stay/residence.

The Institute will not provide accommodation for candidates appearing for the interview.

The application form can be downloaded from the Institute’s website www.wii.gov.in.

The Director, WII reserves the right to reject any candidature in view of incomplete information provided by the candidate or for any other reason.

- Research Coordinator

Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun

Download Application Form for Fellowship |DOC|

Two PhD-student research assistantships available:Aquatic Ecology & Fisheries, USA

February 19, 2009

Two PhD-student research assistantships available

1) Research assistantship available immediately to participate in a NOAA Sea Grant project using otolith chemistry to quantify mixed stock distribution, philopatry, and fisheries exploitation of steelhead trout in Lake Erie. This project involves joint collaboration between Jeff Miner (Aquatic Ecology & Fisheries Laboratory) and John Farver (Geology) in close association with state and federal fisheries biologists and hatchery managers. Two years of research assistantship support are available to a top PhD student.

2) The primary purpose of this project is to identify characteristics necessary to classify reservoirs in terms of natural reproduction for yellow perch and reservoirs that can be stocked successfully with yellow perch fingerlings from hatcheries (up to three years of support). This project starts this summer and involves multivariate assessment of abiotic and biotic characteristics in Ohio reservoirs, including considerable field work and quantitative analyses.

Experimental spin-off research is expected by graduate students in both projects.

We seek highly motivated and collaborative individuals who desire to combine fieldwork with lab research involving typical aquatic biology and ecology approaches as well as more specialized analytical chemistry. Desired qualifications include a BS/MS in one of several relevant fields of study (e.g. biology, ecology, fisheries) with coursework in chemistry and statistics, field experience in aquatic or fish ecology, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and comfort applying interdisciplinary approaches to questions in aquatic ecology and fisheries biology. Competitive stipends (including health insurance) with tuition waivers are available. Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until qualified individuals are identified, but materials are strongly encouraged by April 1, 2009.

Applicants should send a letter that summarizes their background, educational goals, and statement of research interests, along with your transcripts and curriculum vitae (with contact information for three references) to: Dr. Jeffrey Miner (jminer@bgsu.edu) or mail to

Jeffrey Miner
Department of Biological Sciences
Aquatic Ecology & Fisheries Laboratory
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Bowling Green State University (18,000 students) is at the western end of Lake Erie (Great Lakes research), and in close proximity to remnant oak-savanna prairies and fragmented forest-agroecosytem complexes. Recognized as one of the best cities in Ohio (http://www.ohiomagazine.com/OhioLife/report.asp?ID=3D740D273DB64D454D95C64060915007F4), Bowling Green is also within easy driving distance of Columbus, Ann Arbor, Chicago, and Cleveland.

Further information about graduate studies in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology at Bowling Green State University is available at:
http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/
http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/biology/programs/grad/index.html

International Summer Research Scholarship Program 2009- Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland

February 19, 2009

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INTERNATIONAL SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM 2009 - School of Life Sciences - Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland: 6 July - 28 August 2009 (although earlier arrivals and later departures can be envisaged).

Our School offers cutting-edge research opportunities in its four institutes, i.e. the Brain Mind Institute, the Institute for Bioengineering, the Swiss Inst. for Exp. Cancer Research ISREC, and the Global Health Institute (http://sv.epfl.ch).
The Summer Research Program will give to the participating student hands-on research experience on projects in one of the research labs and special seminars/activities every Friday afternoon.

The target group of applicants are students after approximately 3 years of university training in the life sciences in their largest sense.

We seek to attract the best candidates and thus financial compensation will be provided to cover successful candidates’ living and travel expenses. Biomedical research increasingly relies on quantitative approaches and cutting edge technology. Many would agree that the future of the life sciences lies at the crossroads of biology, hard sciences (chemistry, mathematics, computer science) and engineering. The School of Life Sciences at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Lausanne, Switzerland - http://sv.epfl.ch/ was created on this premise. Capitalizing on its initial development in neuroscience (under the auspices of the Brain Mind Institute) and biotechnology (led by the Institute of Bioengineering), the School of Life Sciences continues to grow; in 2005 the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (ISREC) joined EPFL, and the Global Health Institute was launched. In all areas, integrated approaches spanning a range of disciplines from functional genomics to System Biology & high-tech bioengineering are emphasized.

Selection Criteria: Up to 25/30 summer research fellowships will be awarded on a competitive basis, taking into consideration several criteria including the student’s academic record, personal statement and letters of recommendation.

Additional information and the application are available online:
http://ssv.epfl.ch/summer-research
Deadline for application: March 1st, 2009
Contact Email: summer.sv@epfl.ch

International Masters Program in Evolution, Ecology and Systematics, Switzerland

February 19, 2009

EES Master Program LMU Munich

Since 2007 the University of Munich (LMU) offers a 2-year, international Master program in Evolution, Ecology and Systematics (EES).

The EES Master program contains many innovative elements such as a mentoring program, integrated skills courses and individual research training. We also apply a feedback and revision system instead of simple grading. All courses are offered in English. Classes are small and students have a lot of contact to the teachers. Thanks to funding by the Volkswagen Foundation, students can apply for their own research and travel money and for money to invite international speakers.

Applications to start in October 2009 are now welcome from highly motivated students who have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology or a related subject.

Application deadlines: 30th of April (for non-EU students) and 30th of June (for EU-students and others who don’t need a visa to study in Germany).

For more information, please have a look at our website (http://www.eeslmu.de) or contact me by e-mail.

Elisabeth Brunner
* Program Coordinator of the Munich Graduate School for Evolution, Ecology, and Systematics
Department Biologie II
University of Munich (LMU)
Gro?haderner Str. 2
D-82152 Planegg-Martinsried

Tel: 0049 89 2180 74 208
http://www.eeslmu.de/eeswiki
brunner@bio.lmu.de

The Chinese Government Scholarships - Xiamen University Scholarship

February 23, 2009

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The Chinese Government Scholarship is a full scholarship set up by the Ministry of Education of China to enable foreign students to study in China. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage and support international educational exchanges, and to establish internationally first-class Chinese universities.

Exemption from registration fees, tuition fees, cost of basic learning materials and accommodation;

Living allowance issued monthly by XMU to each scholarship student: (RMB)

Master’s students: 1,700 RMB per month Doctoral students: 2,000 RMB per month

One-off settlement subsidy: 1500RMB per person

Comprehensive medical insurance: 600RMB/per year

Eligibility: Full-time master’s and doctoral candidates abroad starting in the 2009 academic year. The scholarship is not open for foreign students who have already started their degree courses in China.

Programme start: September 2009

Scholarship duration:

2-3 years for master’s programmes,

3-4 years for doctoral programmes,

(1 year Chinese language foundation studies)

Note:More information please visit http://www.csc.edu.cn/Lianhua/f9468b6741a04dcfa4adb7778ba53081.shtml
Xiamen University (XMU) Scholarship is a national key university affiliated to the Ministry of Education. XMU is to begin independent enrolment of foreign students under this scholarship as from the beginning of the 2009 academic year. Welcome foreign students to apply for the bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral programmes, whether taught in English or in Chinese.

Recipients will have their tuition fees covered,

Eligibility: Full-time bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral candidates starting in 2009 academic year.

Programme start: September 2009

Scholarship duration:

4-5years for undergraduate programmes,

2-3years for master’s programmes,

3 years for doctoral programmes,

The recipients’ academic performance will be assessed each year and only those achieving the required standard will have their scholarship renewed for the following year.
XMU Scholarship: Application Form for International Students XMU, Application Form for Xiamen University Scholarship, completed in Chinese or English.

2. Chinese Government Scholarship: Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship, in one original and one photocopy, completed in Chinese or in English.

Application time for Chinese Government Scholarship: Feb.15-April 30th, 2009

Application time for Xiamen University Scholarship : Feb.15-July 15th, 2009

Further Scholarship Information and Application

300 PhD Positions Available in 2009 - INRIA- France

February 23, 2009

300 PhD positions available in 2009

INRIA proposes young scientists a PhD in one of its research teams. Priority will be given to candidates with mobility background and to topics pertaining to the Institute’s priority themes.

Opening campaign : February 16, 2009

View positions available and apply on-line.
the list is frequently updated.

• Offers are posted on-line as and when they become available.
Please consult the list regularly.

End of the campaign : May 4 , 2009

You have a degree in computer science, automatic control or scientific computing equivalent to the French research master, you are planning to become a researcher in an academic environment, or, after training through research, to join a company or create one ?

Join INRIA for a PhD.

INRIA is at the leading edge of research and its scientific themes are innovative. You can meet there scientists of international stature or work with them. Novel ideas are considered with interest. INRIA maintains special relations with industry and fosters the emergence of startups founded by its research scientists (80 such companies founded in 20 years). At least 80 different nationalities are present at INRIA and activities are regularly organized in order to ease the integration of newcomers. The ambiance is relaxed and everyone can contribute to the social life of the community.
Useful information: Choosing a subject, conditions of acceptance, opportunities, salaries, etc. More…

Survey into the professional integration of doctoral students - class of 2006
This inquiry, focussing on the 280 INRIA doctoral students who completed their thesis in 2006, reveals a particularly positive outlook. On average, 18 months after completion of their thesis, 99% of the doctoral graduates now hold posts that are consistent with their career path: 30% are researchers or research lecturers, 31% are engineers and 28% hold post-doc placements. Discover the full-length version of the survey. PhD subjects by specialist field:

Communicating system
- Distributed systems and software architecture
- Networks and telecoms
- Embedded systems and mobility
- Architecture and compiling
Available subjects

Cognitive systems
-Statistical modeling and machine learning
- Perception, indexing and communication for images and video
- Multimedia data: interpretation and man-machine interaction
- Image synthesis and virtual reality
Available subjects

Symbolic systems
- Reliability and safety of software
- Algebraic and geometric structures, algorithms
- Management and processing of language and data
Available subjects

Numerical systems
- Control and complex systems
- Grids and high-performance computing
- Optimisation and inverse problems for stochastic or large-scale systems
- Modeling, simulation and numerical analysis
Available subjects

Biological systems
- Modeling and simulation in biology and medicine
Available subjects

More information:
INRIA | INRIA’s strategy plan

60 Positions in International PhD Program - Hannover Biomedical Research School, Germany

February 3, 2009

Hannover Biomedical Research School, as part of Hannover Medical School (MHH), invites applications for the above PhD studentships, to commence in October 2009.

The three-year study programs, taught in English, are aimed at post-graduates in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine as well as those from Life Science fields. The PhD program “Regenerative Sciences” is also open to students from the various disciplines of Materials Sciences. As well as working on a 3-year research project, students also attend seminars, lab and soft-skill courses, congresses, symposia and summer schools. Successful candidates will be awarded a PhD, alternatively Dr. rer. nat. Scholarships are to be fully funded by the DFG (Excellence Initiative), MHH, partner institutes and their respective departments.

We are looking for highly-motivated candidates who have an active interest in one of the fields associated with one or more of the programs on offer. Excellent written and spoken English skills are required. With nearly two thirds of our students coming from outside Germany, international applicants are welcome.

Deadline for completed applications is April 1st, 2009.

Application forms to be found on the website below (NB. Please send us your preferences by clicking on the respective program in our online application process on www.mh-hannover.de/hbrs.html).

MD/PhD “Molecular Medicine”: The program aims to form a bridge between Science and the Clinic, in research as well as in teaching. For information on this program contact: Dr. Susanne Kruse (Tel: +49-(0)511-532-6011 / E-mail: daniel.marlies@mh-hannover.de)

PhD Infection Biology: Students focus on the main topics in Infection, Immunology, Microbiology, Virology and Cell Biology. For information on this program contact Luise Fiegehenn (Tel: +49-(0)511-532-9742 / E-mail: zib@mh-hannover.de)

PhD Regenerative Sciences: Research and teaching concentrate on Developmental Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Biology of Ageing and Degeneration, Growth Factors and Other Regenerative Agents, Cell Therapy, Tissue Engineering including Materials and Natural Sciences, and Ethical as well as Regulatory Implications. For information on this program contact Dr. Daniela Pelz (Tel: +49-(0)511-532-5206 / E-mail: pelz.daniela@mh-hannover.de)

PhD studentships available for immunology and cancer research - Singapore

February 10, 2009

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PhD studentships available for immunology and cancer research

Description : The Inflammation & Cancer Laboratory at the Department of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program at the National University of Singapore is seeking applications for Ph.D students. Candidates will work on research projects focused on Inflammation and Cancer or Immune regulation and development. Qualified candidates should possess a recent B.Sc. or Masters in Immunology or Biochemistry or related field. Experimental background in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and/or pharmacology is strongly recommended. Importantly, foreign applicants should have taken the GRE and obtained a minimum of 1300/4.5 to be eligible. Please do not enquire or apply if you have not taken your GRE. There are 2 different types of scholarships available. The NGS scholarship is very prestigious and fully funded. The NUS scholarship is on stipend and also fully funded. More information about the scholarships can be found at 1. http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/NGSS.shtml 2. http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/postgrad/vision.jsp . “Singapore is considered the new Biomedical Research Hub of Asia with a vibrant research culture and community. National University of Singapore was ranked top in Asia for Life Sciences & Biomedicine, taking the 12th spot in the world ranking for this discipline in the Times Higher Education Supplement-Quacquarelli Symonds (THES-QS) University Rankings 2007.”

Homepage : NGS scholarship
Category : PhD
Contact address : Dr Lina Lim Dept of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program National University of Singapore linalab@gmail.com
Keywords : Immunology, Cancer
Name : Lina Lim
Email : linalab@gmail.com

Postdoc Position in Virology and HIV Research - Germany

February 12, 2009

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In the Department of Virology at Heidelberg University a postdoctoral position (TVL-13) will be available in the laboratory of Oliver T. Keppler. Our team is interested in several exciting research questions ranging from understanding fundamental principles of virus-host interaction to the development of an HIV-susceptible small animal model (Web: http://www.klinikum.uni-heidelberg.de/Keppler.6552.0.html).

Besides classical innate and acquired immune responses, mammals have evolved a set of dominant genes that are capable of suppressing or preventing virus replication at the host cell level. In 2008, human CD317 (BST-2, HM1.24, tetherin) was identified as an interferon-inducible restriction factor, the expression of which prevents the release of fully matured HIV particles from infected cells through surface-protein-based tethers (Neil et al., Nature 2008). The antiviral potency of human CD317 appears to be very broadly acting since all retroviruses and filoviruses tested thus far are restricted. However, the mode of action CD317 employs to induce virion tethering is currently not understood.

Using techniques from molecular virology, cell biology, immunology and biochemistry, the postdoctoral fellow will (i) elucidate the mechanisms by which CD317 induces this potent restriction of virus replication for HIV-1 and other pathogenic viruses; (ii) decipher how the HIV-1 Vpu protein antagonizes the action of human CD317; and (iii) define species-specific characteristics of CD317 to shed light on virus-host coevolution and the regulation of cross-species transmission.

We offer an exciting and internationally competitive scientific environment and a highly supportive and interactive research team. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a strong research and publication track record during their Ph.D. or first postdoc. You should have a genuine interest in virology and cell biology.

Please address your inquires and applications to:

Oliver T. Keppler, M.D., Department of Virology, University Clinic Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 324, 69120 Heidelberg. Tel: +49-(0)6221-56-5007; E-Mail: oliver_keppler@med.uni-heidelberg.de; Web: http://www.klinikum.uni-heidelberg.de/Keppler.6552.0.html.

18 Positions for Graduate Students Molecular Medicine - Germany

February 15, 2009

18 positions for graduate students

Starting October 1, 2009

Application Deadline: March 15, 2009

The Medical University of Graz in Germany offers a PhD-Program in Molecular Medicine taught in English. The program provides cutting-edge education in basic principles of human diseases and therapeutics. The thesis projects will focus on various aspects of metabolic, cardiac and vascular diseases, inflammation, cancer and stem cells. They will also integrate basic, applied and clinical sciences, as well as a wide spectrum of experimental techniques.

The program offers multidisciplinary training in Molecular Medicine in a productive and international environment. Successful applicants will carry out individual research projects and participate in lectures, courses, journal clubs, thesis seminars, congresses etc.

Accepted PhD-students will be employed for 3 years with a contract that includes social benefits. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Medicine, Chemistry or Life Sciences. Good written and spoken English skills are required.

Further information and application forms are available at: http://www.medunigraz.at/phd/

Applications must be submitted per email in full and using only the requested forms to: PhD-molmed@medunigraz.at

Anfangsdatum: 1. Oktober 2009

geschätzte Dauer: 3 years

Homepage: http://www.medunigraz.at/phd

Sandwich PhD and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program in Science & Technology: Application for Candidature

The French Embassy in Pakistan aims to help the development of cooperation between French and Pakistani scientific organisations, engaged in R&D programs in all scientific and technology fields.

In this framework, the French Embassy in Pakistan launches a new program for research mobility. This fellowship program is intended for highly qualified Pakistani doctoral and postdoctoral students and offers them an excellent opportunity to do research in France.

TYPE	TARGET GROUP	FELLOWSHIP OBJECTIVE	FUNDING TERM	FELLOWSHIP GRANT
A	Doctoral students	Part of thesis work in France	6 months	767 €/month + travel + insurance
B	Post-doctoral students	Research in France	3 to 6 months	1300 €/month + travel + insurance

At the time of submitting application, candidates for Sandwich PhD and Post-Doctoral fellowship must :

- prove their excellent study and research achievements,

- have been registered for PhD in a Pakistani university/ institute or have already a PhD degree

- have an acceptance letter from a French host,

- be at most 35 years for doctoral students or at most 40 for post-doctoral students.

The key dates are the following :

- Deadline for registration : 30th September 2009

- Result announcement : December 2009

- Starting date of the fellowship : March 2010 onwards

Application form and detailed information are available on www.ambafra-pk.org or in the Campus France desks in Alliance française at Islamabad, Lahore, Faisalabad or Karachi.

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Applications for Post Doctoral Fellowships

Letter for French Host

Letter for Pakistani Referee

Non Objection Certificate

Applications for Sandwich PhD Fellowship