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.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
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:
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
to
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
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.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
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
Thursday, February 19, 2009
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.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Summer Scholarship 2009 - Saatchi & Saatchi, London
February 15, 2009
This year’s Summer Scholarship will run from 29th June for 6 weeks.
Click here to find out more about the 2008 Summer Scholarship.
Entries to be received by 1st March (include CV and contact details) to Laura McCulloch at Saatchi & Saatchi,
80 Charlotte Street, London, W1A 1AQ.
18 Postgraduate Research Fundings - University of Manchester UK
February 16, 2009
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Postgraduate Research Funding
School of Computer Science, The University of Manchester
New 18 PhD studentships available click here.
Funded Project Studentships
From time to time the School has fully funded project studentships that are attached to a specific research project taking place in one of our research groups. Information about current opportunities is available here.
Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Awards
The DHPA are highly prestigious, and successful candidates will be considered to have outstanding research potential and will hold the equivalent of a UK first class honours degree as a minimum. The award covers full international student tuition fees plus DHPA scholars should receive at least the minimum Research Council PhD stipend. For the academic year 2009/10 stipend is £13,290.
Alumni Fund Scholarships
The AFS are primarily for current final-year undergraduate students at Manchester who are considering staying on for PhD study at the University, but the award is also open to those who have graduated from the University within the last four years. This award can be in the form of a minimum partial award of £8,000 or a full award of £16,000 per annum.
Master of Enterprise
For (MEnt) Computer Science Studentships please visit The
Manchester Science Enterprise Centre website: http://www.msec.manchester.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees-funding/
Available to All Students
The School of Computer Science supports postgraduate research study through the provision of a number of School scholarships. These include:
• Atlas Scholarships
• Project studentships
• School Scholarships
• Demonstrator opportunities
• Teaching Assistantship
• Demonstrator opportunities: If you are self-funded or externally-funded, there are opportunities to undertake paid laboratory demonstrator duties.
• Teaching Assistantships: Teaching assistantships are full-time studentships funded by the school in return for some part-time work. Teaching assistants have a scholarship equivalent to the ESPRC scholarship, plus an honorarium for the work they do. Teaching Assistants work part time in term-time, aiding staff in various teaching-related duties. These duties might include supervising laboratories, preparing and marking course work and taking tutorials and examples classes. There may possibly be an opportunity to give a small number of lectures on courses where the material matches your personal expertise. The work should occupy approximately one full day per week. This enables you to be registered for a full time MPhil/PhD.
Conditions of Work
The work as a teaching assistant should occupy a total of about 180 hours plus some preparation time throughout the year, or approximately one full day a week. The TA will be registered for full-time MPhil or PhD. The precise duties are at the discretion of the Director of the Undergraduate School of the School of Computer Science.
Amount of Award
The current amount of the award is living expenses paid at the current EPSRC national minimum rate plus an honorarium (currently £1,575 per annum) in recognition of Teaching Assistant duties. In addition, the School will pay your University fees (at the current home student rate). Teaching Assistantship is a scholarship, not a job. As such, there is no requirement to pay income tax or National Insurance contributions on this award.
Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Semantics
February 16, 2009
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Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Semantics
Faculty of Philosophy & Faculty of Linguistics, Philology, and Phonetics
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN SEMANTICS
Grade 7, £28,839 - £35,469 per annum
Fixed-term for two years from 1 October 2009
A fixed-term research and teaching appointment in Semantics is available from 1 October 2009 for two years. Candidates with a background in either philosophy or linguistics will both be considered, though a strength in semantics is required.
This initiative is designed to provide an intensive and supported career development opportunity for an outstanding academic at an early stage of his or her career, and to promote equality of opportunity by helping to create a more diverse pool of potential candidates for future academic posts at Oxford or elsewhere. Applications for this post are especially welcome from women and ethnic minorities, who are under-represented among the University’s academic staff (section 38 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and section 48 of the Race Relations Act 1976 apply).
This Fellowship is offered jointly by the Faculty of Philosophy and the Faculty of Linguistics, Philology, and Phonetics. The successful candidate must have obtained his or her doctorate by 1 October 2009, and should not normally have completed it earlier than 1 October 2005. He or she will have a proven track record of research in the area of Semantics, and will demonstrate potential for producing outstanding research in this area within the period of the Fellowship.
Postdoctoral Fellows are offered the opportunity to develop their expertise in both research and teaching. They will also have an academic mentor as well as a personalised career and professional development package, including the opportunity to undertake the University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Learning and Teaching.
Further particulars, including details of how to apply, can be obtained here (PDF) and http://www.ling-phil.ox.ac.uk.
The deadline for receipt of applications and references is Friday 6 March 2009.
The University of Oxford is an equal opportunities employer.
Postdoctoral Position in University of Hong Kong 2009
February 16, 2009
: Postdoctoral position
A full-time postdoctoral research position in the area of data management is available at the University of Hong Kong, starting from September 2009. The position is for one year and renewable to up to three years depending on the performance of the applicant, assessed by the publication of the work in top peer reviewed conferences and journals.
Interested applicants must have a strong background in the area of complex data management with a good working knowledge of mathematics demonstrated through publications in international conferences and journals. Themes that the postdoc is expected to work on include privacy preserving publication for non-relational data and advanced spatial data management. Excellent verbal and written skills in English are required. The monthly salary of the appointed researcher will be in the range US$2850 to US$4560 depending on qualifications and experience. Please send your CV which includes your research achievements and the names, contact email addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees to Prof. Nikos Mamoulis (nikos@cs.hku.hk). The review of applications will commence immediately, and applications that are received before March 2009 will be given full consideration.
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2009, UK
February 16, 2009
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The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in 2009 will once again be providing funds for UK organisations to host visits from mid career professionals from the developing Commonwealth whose work is critical to the development of their home country. This will be the eighth year that the Scheme has operated with around sixty five awards now being offered each year to a variety of organisations including NGOs, professional membership bodies, local authorities, charities and voluntary organisations, as well as organisations within the central government and private sectors.
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships support programmes of professional development designed to have a catalytic effect in developing skills that will subsequently be applied in a developing Commonwealth country. Funding will be provided for programmes of typically three months duration, although requests for funding for shorter or longer programmes of up to six months will be considered in exceptional circumstances. Applications are being sought for programmes providing professional development opportunities to individuals in the broadly defined fields of education, engineering/science/technology, environment, governance, public health and agriculture/fisheries/forestry (this one is new for 2009).
Applicants should be capable of devising a coherent and relevant programme and of identifying suitable recipients through existing organisational networks. Fellowships cover the full cost of travel to the UK, living expenses, some UK travel and other approved short course and conference expenses and a contribution to host organisation costs.
The closing date for applications is 30 April 2009. Further details including our Prospectus and Application Form are available from the Commission’s website at: http://www.cscuk.org.uk/apply/professional_fellowships.asp or from the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, c/o The Association of Commonwealth Universities, Woburn House, 20 – 24 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9HF, UK, tel: 020 7380 6749, fax: 020 7387 2655, email: professional.fellowships@cscuk.org.uk
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission is responsible for Britain’s contribution to the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan. Its work is supported through grants from the Department for International Development and the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills.
Scholarships for Female Students from Developing Countries
February 16, 2009
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FEMALE STUDENTS FROM DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
The MMMF was established in 1981 to honor the late Margaret McNamara and her commitment to the wellbeing
of women and children in developing countries. The purpose of the grant is to support the education of
women from developing countries who are committed to improving the lives of women and children in their
home countries. Previous grant recipients studied agriculture, architecture, urban planning, civil engineering,
education, forestry, journalism, nursing, nutrition, pediatrics, public administration, public health, social
sciences, and social work.
Applications can only be submitted by accessing our website at www.mmmf-grants.org and completing the
online application form.
Visit our website at www.mmmf-grants.org to see whether you will be eligible.
Applications close February 28, 2009
Fellowship on Gynecologic Oncology 2009
February 16, 2009
The Chien-Tien Hsu Research Foundation and FIGO have established a Fellowship on Gynecologic Oncology to enable young obstetricians and gynecologists who are beginning a career in gynecologic oncology to attend the FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics and to visit a gynecologic oncology centre in South Africa, where the FIGO World Congress will be held from 4 – 9 October 2009. Further details of the Fellowship and an application form can be obtained by clicking here. Please note that the deadline for submission of applications is 30 April 2009, after which applications cannot be considered
Nothumbria International Scholarships 2009/10
February 16, 2009
: We are delighted to announce details of the range of scholarships available in the 2009/10 academic years. In the current academic year more than 500 students from over 20 different countries have been awarded a Northumbria University International Scholarship.
Most courses at Northumbria University have an intake in September, but a number also have an intake in January or later in the year. Scholarships are available for both intakes.
In most cases the amount of scholarship given will be in the range GBP 500-1000. If you are awarded a scholarship, your tuition fees in your first academic year of study will be reduced by the relevant amount. Scholarships cannot be extended for subsequent years of study.
Eligibility and Selection
You will be eligible for consideration if you have overseas (non-EU) fees status, and dont currently reside within the UK. Applicants for all levels of full-time study at Northumbria’s Newcastle campuses will be considered (NB this does not apply to English Pre-Sessional Programmes).
Selection is based primarily on outstanding academic achievement, although, other factors may be taken into account, such as your level of English proficiency and any professional or non-academic achievements. Financial need cannot and will not be taken into consideration. Scholarships are not awarded automatically.
When the University receives your application form for one of our programmes, you will automatically be assessed for scholarship eligibility. There is no separate scholarship application to complete so it is important that you submit all relevant information with your initial application. You will usually be notified of any award at the same time that you are offered a place at the University.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Aga Khan University Research Fellowships 2009
February 16, 2009
The Aga Khan University (International) in the United Kingdom
INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF MUSLIM CIVILISATIONS
RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS FOR 2009-10
• 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 www.aku.edu/ismc) and submit it along with an updated list of publications and result of their IELTS test.
E-mail: ismc.personnel@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 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.
Clinical Science Center (CSC) International PhD Programme 2009
February 16, 2009Clinical Science Center (CSC) International PhD Programme 2009
Application deadline: 8th March
Key Dates for 2009
Application deadline: 8th March
Key Dates for 2009
- Closing date for applications: 8th March 2009
- Invitations for interview: 16 March 2009
- Interviews: 30-31 March (student must attend both days)
- Offers sent: 6 April 2009
- Response expected by 9 April 2009
- Start date: October 2009
A PhD is one of the most exciting times in the life of a scientist and has a major influence on their future career. The MRC Clinical Sciences Centre as a place of excellent science and education provides competitive PhD training, offering a outstanding starting platform for a career as a research scientist.
At the CSC, more than 30 research groups are organized in to three sections: Epigenetics, Development and Cancer; Experimental and Clinical Neuroscience, and Genomic, Metabolic and Cardiovascular Medicine. The mix of clinical and basic biological sciences creates a stimulating and flexible environment facilitating a broad education. The 3.5 year research programme provides a comprehensive scientific training in a vibrant international research environment with state-of-the-art research facilities and cutting-edge research projects. Laboratory work is supplemented by seminars, group lab meetings, training courses and participation in conferences. The degree is awarded by Imperial College, an outstanding university, ranked 5th in the world in the Times Higher Education 2007 ranking. More than 60 students from all over the world are currently working at the CSC creating a young dynamic and international atmosphere.
The PhD programme is managed by Prof. Anne Soutar. Students are selected from amongst highly qualified applicants after thorough interviews by a committee representing the CSC research sections. Competitive funding £16500 (non-taxable stipend) is provided for 8 UK PhD students and up to 3 European / International positions. In addition a large number of students supported by external fellowships also start their PhD at the CSC each year.
Students are guided by their supervisor(s) and 2 academic mentors during their PhD. The PhD will promote independence in research and encourages students to develop their own ideas.
The PhD programme at the CSC provides access to a wide variety of training courses, including a 3 day residential Research Skills Course, a fantastic 2 day presentation skills course and a career development course providing guidance for the next steps after PhD study. There is also an excellent lecture programme with featuring invited scientists as well as CSC Group Heads. Students present seminars on their research at the student seminar series, and posters on their research at the CSC Retreat. Each student may attend at least one UK conference and one overseas conference during the course of their PhD, providing invaluable experience and exposure to the wider scientific community.
The quality of the research and facilities, the collaborative spirit of the CSC and the international environment of the institute make this a special place to be.
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2009, UK
February 16, 2009
: The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in 2009 will once again be providing funds for UK organisations to host visits from mid career professionals from the developing Commonwealth whose work is critical to the development of their home country. This will be the eighth year that the Scheme has operated with around sixty five awards now being offered each year to a variety of organisations including NGOs, professional membership bodies, local authorities, charities and voluntary organisations, as well as organisations within the central government and private sectors.
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships support programmes of professional development designed to have a catalytic effect in developing skills that will subsequently be applied in a developing Commonwealth country. Funding will be provided for programmes of typically three months duration, although requests for funding for shorter or longer programmes of up to six months will be considered in exceptional circumstances. Applications are being sought for programmes providing professional development opportunities to individuals in the broadly defined fields of education, engineering/science/technology, environment, governance, public health and agriculture/fisheries/forestry (this one is new for 2009).
Applicants should be capable of devising a coherent and relevant programme and of identifying suitable recipients through existing organisational networks. Fellowships cover the full cost of travel to the UK, living expenses, some UK travel and other approved short course and conference expenses and a contribution to host organisation costs.
The closing date for applications is 30 April 2009.
Further details including our Prospectus and Application Form are available from the Commission’s website at: http://www.cscuk.org.uk/apply/professional_fellowships.asp or from the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, c/o The Association of Commonwealth Universities, Woburn House, 20 – 24 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9HF, UK, tel: 020 7380 6749, fax: 020 7387 2655, email: professional.fellowships@cscuk.org.uk
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission is responsible for Britain’s contribution to the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan. Its work is supported through grants from the Department for International Development and the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills.
International Graduate Program - University of Basel, Switzerland
February 16, 2009
: International PhD program at the BIOZENTRUM
University of Basel, Switzerland
The Biozentrum together with the Werner Siemens – Foundation (WSF) launches the International PhD program in Molecular Life Sciences and encourages excellent students to apply for one of the prestigious WSF fellowships.
The Biozentrum provides an internationally renowned research environment centered around three focal areas (Infection Biology Growth and Development, Neurobiology) and two core programs (Structural Biology & Biophysics and Computational & Systems Biology) and is dedicated to basic molecular and biomedical research (http://www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/). We offer advanced interdisciplinary training in the field of modern biology, a lively and interactive educational atmosphere, and competitive salaries with respect to European standards. University graduates admitted to the program receive theoretical and practical training and conduct a three-year research project under the supervision of a Biozentrum faculty member, monitored by a Thesis Advisory Committee.
Basel is an international center for biology research with major academic life science institutes and a high density of globally operating biotech companies.
Applications to the PhD fellowship program have to be submitted online. Application forms, requirements, and additional information can be found at: http://www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/phd/.
Application deadline: June 28, 2009.
PhD Position in Experimental Dermatology, Luebeck, Germany
February 12, 2009
PhD student position immediately available at the Experimental Dermatology Unit, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany for a project on the role of erythropoietin in human skin and hair follicle biology (background: see Bodó E et al., FASEB J 2007), as part of acollaboration project between the Universities of Kiel (PD Dr. A. Kromminga) and Luebeck (Prof. R. Paus, Prof. W. Jelkmann).
Enrollment at University of Kiel as doctoral student mandatory.
Prior experience in skin research, receptor autoradiography or molecular endocrinology highly desirable, documented expertise in immunohistochemistry/
immunofluorescence microscopy essential.
For further information, contact: P rof. R. Paus, +49-451-500-2543,
ralf.paus@uk-sh.de
For further information, contact: P rof. R. Paus, +49-451-500-2543,
ralf.paus@uk-sh.de
Application deadline: March 10, 2009.
PhD Studentship in Drug Safety, Pharmacoepidemiology, Utrecht University, The Netherlands
Utrecht University, Faculty of Science:
The new Faculty of Science consists of six departments: Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Information and Computing Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry and Mathematics. The Faculty is home to 3500 students and nearly 2000 staff and is internationally renowned for the quality of its research. The Faculty’s academic programmes reflect developments in today’s society.
The department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is responsible for teaching in pharmacy, and drug-related research. The division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacotherapy has currently a job opening for a PhD student in pharmacoepidemiology and drug safety.
Scope of the post:
Fulltime during 3 year (1.0 fte).
Salary:
The gross salary is according to the collective agreement of Dutch Universities, in the range between € 2000-€ 2500 per month.
Job description:
You will address the main question, why the potential risk of bone fractures is different between users of diabetes medication in Denmark, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. In addition, you will estimate the risk of fracture in patients with Multiple Sclerosis. The world’s largest medical databases will be analyzed, yielding the computerized medical data of approximately 20 million patients. The research project will hopefully result in new, better methods to evaluate side effects of drugs. You will be conducting statistical analyses (not too complex) and literature review. The results of your work will be presented at international scientific meetings, and will be published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The scientific publication will be the backbone of your PhD thesis.
The job will be based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, close to Amsterdam and Schiphol airport. At least three months of the research project will be conducted in Denmark (Copenhagen/Aarhus). In this part, you’ll be supervised by a Danish endocrinologist / epidemiologist. There are exciting possibilities to conduct part of the research project in central London (at the UK General Practice Research Database). Partly working from home is another possibility of this project. You will be supervised by Dr. Frank de Vries, pharmacist/epidemiologist, Dr. Tjeerd-Pieter van Staa, medical doctor/epidemiologist, en Prof. Dr. Bert Leufkens, professor in pharmacoepidemiology.
Each year, approximately 16,000 patients sustain a hip fracture in the Netherlands. About 20% die within the year after the hip fracture. Scientists continuously monitor potential side-effects (such as hip fractures) of drugs that have been brought onto the market.
Qualifications:
You have either a master degree in epidemiology, statistics, mathematics, or public health. Medical doctors or pharmacists, chemists or candidates with a higher degree in biomedical science or engineering are invited to apply as well. You have no difficulties with writing in English. You are proactive and reliable. You are able to prove that you have a working permit for at least the Netherlands and Denmark (both countries are part of the European Union).
Terms of employment:
The salary is supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and an end-of-year bonus of 6,4% per year. In addition we offer: a pension scheme, a partially paid parental leave, flexible employment conditions in which you may trade salary for vacation days or vice versa. Conditions are based on the Collective Employment Agreement of the Dutch Universities. The research group will provide the candidate with necessary support on all aspects of the project.
Further details:
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from Dr Frank de Vries: phone: +31(0)610004382 – f.devries[ at ]uu.nl
How to apply:
Please send your application (including a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and contact details of at least two references) before 2 March 2009 to Dr Frank de Vries, f.devries[ at ]uu.nl
Closing date: 2 March 2009
PhD Studentships, The Inflammation & Cancer Laboratory, the National University of Singapore, Singapore
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 (i) the intricate molecular mechanisms and signaling pathways associated with T and B cell development, activation and survival. The role of novel proteins in lymphocyte development will be investigated using transgenic mice and chimeras; and (ii) the pathways involved in the development of cancer, in relation to tumor immunology and possible T cell/DC immunotherapy.??
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. In addition, foreign applicants should have taken the GRE and obtained a minimum of 1200/4.5 to be eligible. Please do not email or apply if you have not taken your GRE. ??Self-motivation, passion and commitment to scientific research, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.??
More information about the scholarship can be found at http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/postgrad/vision.jsp .
Please send CV and one-page summary of previous work and current research interests to ??Dr Lina Lim?Dept of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program?National University of Singapore?linalab[ at ]gmail.com?
??“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.”
Postdoctoral positions for Neural Stem Cells in Neurooncology and Regenerative Neurosciences, Hospital University Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Postions for Postdocs in the use of Mesenchymal/Embryonic Neural Stem Cells in an animal brain/spinal cord injury model as well as the involvement of stem cells in the progression of brain tumour.
Applications with a Phd and a neuroscience background are invited for a 2-year post-doc fellowship, working with neural stem/progenitor cells and progression of medulloblastomas. The applicant should be experienced in molecular and cell biology and be experiences in doing animal brain cancer models studies.
We are currently seeking highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellows to join our team who have extensive experience in electrophysiological recording techniques and fine dissection skills and experience in stem cell culture at the Department of Neurosciences,University Sains Malaysia Health Campus where we are focusing on animal models of sensorimotor control of spinal locomotor circuits,neural plasticity, and functional recovery after stem cells have been transplanted into the brain or spinal cord after injury.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, physiology or bioengineering or other related sciences with an academic record of scientific excellence, independent research, and a strong interest in an interdisciplinary approach with experience in stem cell culture,brain/spinal cord electrophysiology (in vivo and in vitro) recording and electromyography studies.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, list of publications, and e-mail address and telephone of 3 references who can attest to your lab skills.
Contact:
Prof Jafri Malin Abdullah MD, Ph.D. ?
Professor of Neurosciences and Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, ?
Department of Neurosciences,
School Of Medical Sciences/Hospital University Sains Malaysia,
Jalan Sultanah Zainab 2,
Kubang Kerian,Kota Bharu,
Kelantan,16150,MALAYSIA
Tel:+6097664240 Fax:+6097648613
Email:deptneurosciencesppspusm[ at ]yahoo.com,
neurohead[ at ]kck.usm.my
Scholarships for International Students 2009 - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Scholarships for International Students 2009 - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Description : Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong offers around 50 undergraduate programmes with majority of them taught in English. We have been ranked 38 in the world’s top university 2007 by Times Higher Education Supplement. Over 10 scholarships funded by the Hong Kong Government as well as private donations are available for international students commencing full-time undergraduate studies at The Chinese University of Hong Kong in September 2009. The value of the scholarships may vary from HK$80,000 to HK$125,000 per year. These awards are renewable on an annual basis and tenable for up to the duration of undergraduate studies undertaken by the awardees at CUHK, subject to continued satisfactory academic performance.To qualify for such awards, the students should have outstanding academic records and demonstrable financial need. All international applicants will automatically be considered for Scholarships once formal admission offers have been given. No separate application is required. For entrance requirement, application procedure and
Programme details, please kindly refer to our website at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/adm/intl.
The application deadline is February 27, 2009.
PhD Position, Soil Sciences, Germany
We invite applications for a PhD position within the DFG (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft / German Research Foundation) project Influence of tillage practice on infiltration processes in agricultural catchments.
Content of the research project:
The influence of different tillage operations on runoff formation and runoff concentration will be analysed and physical-based modelled for small catchment areas (lower mesoscale <>
Scenarios shall be simulated to quantify the effectiveness of tillage and soil coverage on water retention and runoff reduction. Possibilities and limits of flood protection will be analysed. At last test simulations will be realised with larger raster resolution to get an advice if it is possible to regionalize the scientific findings. If these tests are satisfactory, the transfer of processes and simulations to the upper mesoscale (100-1000 km²) will be carried out in a new project.
Job description
The successful candidate will work with the newest water balance model WaSiM-ETH 8.2.9 (see http://www.wasim.ch/en/index.html). The focus of the simulation is the evaluation of sealing processes due to erosive rain events in combination with different tillage operations.
Additionally, two dimensional overland flows will be modelled to fully understand different water pathways including infiltration and return flow. A comparison between conventional and ecological soil cultivation will conclude the research.
The applicant is expected to have a Diplom / M.Sc. in civil / environmental engineering or geographic / soil sciences.
Advanced scientific programming skills (FORTRAN90, MATLAB, UNIX) are expected and the ability to work efficiently in a team is regarded as essential.
The position is offered for 18 months. During this time period a PhD thesis can be completed because essential pre-work (data analysis, build-up of the WaSiM model) has already been done.
Payment is according to TVöD, E13 60% including extensive social security plans. It is possible to start the scientific work with a M.Sc.-Thesis on the basis of a student employment. After examination the position (TVöD, E13 60%) can be continued over the offered period (18 months).
The Universität der Bundeswehr seeks to increase the number of female scientists and encourages them to apply. Handicapped persons with comparable qualifications receive preferential status.
All applications (including a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and copies of scientific degrees), received before 1st of March 2009 will be considered. The position is open until filled.
For further information please contact
Prof. Dr.-Ing Markus Disse, e-mail: markus.disse@unibw.de, phone: +49 89/6004-3491
Universität der Bundeswehr München · 85577 Neubiberg · Germany
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