Sweden : Post-doctoral Position in Cloud-Scale Modelling

Post-doctoral Position in Cloud-Scale Modelling at the Department of Meteorology. Reference number SU FV-0698-13. Deadline for applications: April 20, 2013.

At the Department of Meteorology, Stockholm University, we conduct research and education in an international environment within four main areas: Atmospheric Physics, Dynamic Meteorology, Physical Oceanography and Chemical Meteorology. In all these areas there is a strong focus on the climate and on processes important for the climate and it's development. About 75 employees work at the department of which about 25 are scientists and almost 30 PhD students. The department is part of the Bolin Centre for Climate Research where it together with three other departments at the university covers research of most of the important aspects of the climate system.

Project description
Clouds are multiscale turbulent environments with important physics occurring on scales from microns to hundreds of meters and interacting in ways that remain poorly understood. The position will involve computationally-intensive approaches to such problems, including large-eddy simulation (LES) and direct numerical simulation (DNS), with attention to the interaction between microphysical and cloud-scale processes. Other aspects may be also considered depending on the applicant's strengths and interests.

The position is funded by the Swedish e-Science Research Centre (SeRC) and strong interaction is expected with other SeRC participants, in particular the Department of Mechanics and FLOW at KTH, the Royal Institute of Technology.

Qualifications
The applicant should have a PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Computational Fluid Dynamics or other relevant field of science. The applicant should have excellent English language skills, both oral and written communication.

Terms of employment
The position is full time for a maximum of 2 years. The preferred starting date is June 1 or as soon as possible.

Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Information
For more information, contact Prof. Rodrigo Caballero, rodrigo@misu.su.se, or Head of Department Michael Tjernström, michaelt@misu.su.se.

Union representatives
Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41.

Application
The application should include a CV with full publication list, a statement of research interests (maximum of one page) and contact information for two academic referees.

The application, quoting the reference number SU FV-0698-13,
should arrive no later than April 20, 2013, by e-mail to: registrator@su.se.

Documents submitted electronically should be in Word or PDF format.
Note! Please include the reference number SU FV-0698-13 in the subject heading.

Application Deadline : 20 April 2013

Sweden : Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics

Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics at the Department of Zoology. Reference number SU FV-0851-13. Deadline for applications: April 8, 2013.

The Department of Zoology at Stockholm University consists of five divisions: ecology, ethology, functional zoomorphology and systematics & evolution. The advertised position will be part of the Division of Population Genetics, but within a cross-disciplinary research project in close collaboration with the other divisions and with other researchers, nationally and internationally. Presently the department accommodates 45–50 staff and about the same number of PhD students. 

Subject

We are seeking a post-doc in bioinformatics for ecological genomics to work on ecological genomics and proteomics primarily in the research project”Insect life cycle genomics and adaptation in the wild”, with financial support from the Knut & Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research Council. The project is an Ecological and Evolutionary Functional Genomics (EEFG) collaboration, bringing together researchers with expertise in population genetics, ecology, ethology, morphology, immunology and molecular genetics with the aim to attack fundamental biological questions regarding how genes interact to produce a whole organism with a life cycle that is adapted to local environmental conditions. The central idea of the project is to take on these difficult questions by means of an integrative, crossdisciplinary approach, with a close interaction between research on two insect systems: the green-veined white butterfly Pieris napi and the fruit fly Drosophila. The research group is an internationally recognized leader in butterfly ecological research, with long history of study on P. napi, The research collaboration also includes expertise on Drosophila as a model system. Our goal is to use genomic tools to study P. napi populations adapted to different ecological situations, and when we find genes that are candidates for being involved in such adaptation we will study their effects in the Drosophila system. We will initially target three phenotypes: diapause, wing pattern and immunity. We will make use of existing genomics and bioinformatics platforms at e.g. SciLifeLab for next generation sequencing, RNA-Seq and other high-throughput services. The advertised position will be focused upon the analysis of such data, involving direction interaction with the SciLifeLab and other genomic core facilities and bioinformatics centers. The holder of the position will also contribute to other related projects utilizing genomic tools in the department, such as Ekoklim (www.zoologi.su.se/ekoklim).

Specific bioinformatics projects include the sequencing and assembly of the P. napi genome, followed by extensive re-sequencing studies, and RNA-Seq (transcritpome assembly, annotation, and quantitiative gene expression) analyses. Given the abundance of data to be generated, there will be many opportunities for independent projects. Such work is strongly encouraged as a means of generating independent projects where the post-doc would be able to have a clear primary authorship role. 

Qualification requirements

A suitable background is a PhD in bioinformatics, population genetics, ecological genetics, evolutionary biology or similar subjects, including experience of bioinformatics in connection with ecological or evolutionary genomics.

For a post-doctoral position the candidate must have received a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline, unless there are special circumstances such as illness, parental leave, union duties or similar. In the case of exceptionally well merited more senior applicants we will however also consider employment in another form.

Grounds for assessment

Applications will be judged particularly on the grounds of scientific rigorousness, empirical and theoretical experiences, and how well the applicant can be integrated in the planned project.

Well documented abilities to write scientific text in English is an important qualification.

Terms of employment 

This is a full time position for 24 months. Start date as soon as possible and as agreed.

Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. 

Contact information 

Further information on the position can be obtained from Dr. Chris Wheat (host for the position), chris.wheat@zoologi.su.se, telephone +46-(0)8-16 4020, or Professor Sören Nylin (Project Leader, Head of Department),soren.nylin@zoologi.su.se. 

Union representatives 

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41. 

Application 

The application shall include:

• CV list of achievements with the list of publications,
• copy of the PhD certificate,
• an application letter that describes the candidates qualifications, relevant experience and interest in the position, and
• contact information for references.

Please send your application, marked with the reference number 

SU FV-0851-13, by April 8, 2013, at the latest by e-mail to:registrator@su.se.

Electronic applications should be in Word or PDF format. 

NOTE! State the reference number SU FV-0851-13 in the subject line.

Application Deadline : 18 April 2013

Sweden : Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics

Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics at the Department of Zoology. Reference number SU FV-0851-13. Deadline for applications: April 8, 2013.

The Department of Zoology at Stockholm University consists of five divisions: ecology, ethology, functional zoomorphology and systematics & evolution. The advertised position will be part of the Division of Population Genetics, but within a cross-disciplinary research project in close collaboration with the other divisions and with other researchers, nationally and internationally. Presently the department accommodates 45–50 staff and about the same number of PhD students. 

Subject

We are seeking a post-doc in bioinformatics for ecological genomics to work on ecological genomics and proteomics primarily in the research project”Insect life cycle genomics and adaptation in the wild”, with financial support from the Knut & Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research Council. The project is an Ecological and Evolutionary Functional Genomics (EEFG) collaboration, bringing together researchers with expertise in population genetics, ecology, ethology, morphology, immunology and molecular genetics with the aim to attack fundamental biological questions regarding how genes interact to produce a whole organism with a life cycle that is adapted to local environmental conditions. The central idea of the project is to take on these difficult questions by means of an integrative, crossdisciplinary approach, with a close interaction between research on two insect systems: the green-veined white butterfly Pieris napi and the fruit fly Drosophila. The research group is an internationally recognized leader in butterfly ecological research, with long history of study on P. napi, The research collaboration also includes expertise on Drosophila as a model system. Our goal is to use genomic tools to study P. napi populations adapted to different ecological situations, and when we find genes that are candidates for being involved in such adaptation we will study their effects in the Drosophila system. We will initially target three phenotypes: diapause, wing pattern and immunity. We will make use of existing genomics and bioinformatics platforms at e.g. SciLifeLab for next generation sequencing, RNA-Seq and other high-throughput services. The advertised position will be focused upon the analysis of such data, involving direction interaction with the SciLifeLab and other genomic core facilities and bioinformatics centers. The holder of the position will also contribute to other related projects utilizing genomic tools in the department, such as Ekoklim (www.zoologi.su.se/ekoklim).

Specific bioinformatics projects include the sequencing and assembly of the P. napi genome, followed by extensive re-sequencing studies, and RNA-Seq (transcritpome assembly, annotation, and quantitiative gene expression) analyses. Given the abundance of data to be generated, there will be many opportunities for independent projects. Such work is strongly encouraged as a means of generating independent projects where the post-doc would be able to have a clear primary authorship role. 

Qualification requirements

A suitable background is a PhD in bioinformatics, population genetics, ecological genetics, evolutionary biology or similar subjects, including experience of bioinformatics in connection with ecological or evolutionary genomics.

For a post-doctoral position the candidate must have received a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline, unless there are special circumstances such as illness, parental leave, union duties or similar. In the case of exceptionally well merited more senior applicants we will however also consider employment in another form.

Grounds for assessment

Applications will be judged particularly on the grounds of scientific rigorousness, empirical and theoretical experiences, and how well the applicant can be integrated in the planned project.

Well documented abilities to write scientific text in English is an important qualification.

Terms of employment 

This is a full time position for 24 months. Start date as soon as possible and as agreed.

Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. 

Contact information 

Further information on the position can be obtained from Dr. Chris Wheat (host for the position), chris.wheat@zoologi.su.se, telephone +46-(0)8-16 4020, or Professor Sören Nylin (Project Leader, Head of Department),soren.nylin@zoologi.su.se. 

Union representatives 

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41. 

Application 

The application shall include:

• CV list of achievements with the list of publications,
• copy of the PhD certificate,
• an application letter that describes the candidates qualifications, relevant experience and interest in the position, and
• contact information for references.

Please send your application, marked with the reference number 

SU FV-0851-13, by April 8, 2013, at the latest by e-mail to:registrator@su.se.

Electronic applications should be in Word or PDF format. 

NOTE! State the reference number SU FV-0851-13 in the subject line.

Application Deadline : 18 April 2013

Sweden : Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics

Post-doctoral Position in Bioinformatics for Ecological Genomics at the Department of Zoology. Reference number SU FV-0851-13. Deadline for applications: April 8, 2013.

The Department of Zoology at Stockholm University consists of five divisions: ecology, ethology, functional zoomorphology and systematics & evolution. The advertised position will be part of the Division of Population Genetics, but within a cross-disciplinary research project in close collaboration with the other divisions and with other researchers, nationally and internationally. Presently the department accommodates 45–50 staff and about the same number of PhD students. 

Subject

We are seeking a post-doc in bioinformatics for ecological genomics to work on ecological genomics and proteomics primarily in the research project”Insect life cycle genomics and adaptation in the wild”, with financial support from the Knut & Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research Council. The project is an Ecological and Evolutionary Functional Genomics (EEFG) collaboration, bringing together researchers with expertise in population genetics, ecology, ethology, morphology, immunology and molecular genetics with the aim to attack fundamental biological questions regarding how genes interact to produce a whole organism with a life cycle that is adapted to local environmental conditions. The central idea of the project is to take on these difficult questions by means of an integrative, crossdisciplinary approach, with a close interaction between research on two insect systems: the green-veined white butterfly Pieris napi and the fruit fly Drosophila. The research group is an internationally recognized leader in butterfly ecological research, with long history of study on P. napi, The research collaboration also includes expertise on Drosophila as a model system. Our goal is to use genomic tools to study P. napi populations adapted to different ecological situations, and when we find genes that are candidates for being involved in such adaptation we will study their effects in the Drosophila system. We will initially target three phenotypes: diapause, wing pattern and immunity. We will make use of existing genomics and bioinformatics platforms at e.g. SciLifeLab for next generation sequencing, RNA-Seq and other high-throughput services. The advertised position will be focused upon the analysis of such data, involving direction interaction with the SciLifeLab and other genomic core facilities and bioinformatics centers. The holder of the position will also contribute to other related projects utilizing genomic tools in the department, such as Ekoklim (www.zoologi.su.se/ekoklim).

Specific bioinformatics projects include the sequencing and assembly of the P. napi genome, followed by extensive re-sequencing studies, and RNA-Seq (transcritpome assembly, annotation, and quantitiative gene expression) analyses. Given the abundance of data to be generated, there will be many opportunities for independent projects. Such work is strongly encouraged as a means of generating independent projects where the post-doc would be able to have a clear primary authorship role. 

Qualification requirements

A suitable background is a PhD in bioinformatics, population genetics, ecological genetics, evolutionary biology or similar subjects, including experience of bioinformatics in connection with ecological or evolutionary genomics.

For a post-doctoral position the candidate must have received a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline, unless there are special circumstances such as illness, parental leave, union duties or similar. In the case of exceptionally well merited more senior applicants we will however also consider employment in another form.

Grounds for assessment

Applications will be judged particularly on the grounds of scientific rigorousness, empirical and theoretical experiences, and how well the applicant can be integrated in the planned project.

Well documented abilities to write scientific text in English is an important qualification.

Terms of employment 

This is a full time position for 24 months. Start date as soon as possible and as agreed.

Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. 

Contact information 

Further information on the position can be obtained from Dr. Chris Wheat (host for the position), chris.wheat@zoologi.su.se, telephone +46-(0)8-16 4020, or Professor Sören Nylin (Project Leader, Head of Department),soren.nylin@zoologi.su.se. 

Union representatives 

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41. 

Application 

The application shall include:

• CV list of achievements with the list of publications,
• copy of the PhD certificate,
• an application letter that describes the candidates qualifications, relevant experience and interest in the position, and
• contact information for references.

Please send your application, marked with the reference number 

SU FV-0851-13, by April 8, 2013, at the latest by e-mail to:registrator@su.se.

Electronic applications should be in Word or PDF format. 

NOTE! State the reference number SU FV-0851-13 in the subject line.

Application Deadline : 18 April 2013

Sweden : PhD student position in Criminology

PhD student position in Criminology at the Department of Criminology. Reference number SU 312-0001-13. Deadline for applications: April 2, 2013.

The Department of Criminology announces the vacancy of one to two places on the doctoral research programme.

About doctoral research programme

The doctoral research programme lasts four years, of which the first year is intended to be financed by a doctoral study grant and the subsequent three years through employment as a doctoral candidate. We provide all our doctoral students with a workroom at the department and expect them to actively contribute to the department's research environment.

Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. 

Selection

In connection with the award of the doctoral study grant, primary consideration will be given to the degree of independence in analysis and design exhibited by applicants in their earlier work, their methodological and scientific maturity, and the capacity for problem formulation and stringency exhibited in the applicants’ earlier work and in their doctoral research proposal. Decisions on admissions are taken by the Department Board.

Information

For further information, please contact the Director of Post-Graduate Studies,felipe.estrada@criminology.su.se, and Head of Department, Professor Janne Flyghed, janne.flyghed@criminology.su.se.

Union representatives

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41.

Application

The following documents must be included with your application:

1. Completed application for admission to the doctoral research programme. The application form can be downloaded from:www.criminology.su.se. The form is only available in Swedish. Non-Swedish speaking applicants who are unable to complete the form must submit full contact information along with the application in a separate document.
2. CV.
3. Attested copy of academic transcripts (LADOK transcript or equivalent).
4. Dissertations, research reports and other relevant works.
5. Doctoral research proposal (max 3 pages) presenting the research problem, theoretical and methodological considerations associated with the proposed doctoral research project. The research proposal must also include a schedule for the completion of the doctoral research programme.

Please send your application, marked with the reference number 

SU 312-0001-13, no later than April 2, 2013, to:

Departement of Criminology

Att. Ewa Gustafsson

Stockholm University

SE-106 91 STOCKHOLM

SWEDEN

or by e-mail to: ewa.gustafsson@criminology.su.se.

Documents sent by e-mail should be in Word or PDF format. 

Note! Please include the reference number SU 312-0001-13 in the subject line.

Application Deadline : 2 April 2013

Sweden : A PhD studentship in Theoretical Chemical Physics

A PhD studentship in Theoretical Chemical Physics: Computer Simulations and Quantum Chemistry of Solution Dynamics at the Department of Physics, Stockholm University. Reference number SU 402-0020-13. Deadline for applications: March 31, 2013.

Subject description

A detailed knowledge of ultra-fast dynamics in aqueous solutions is important for chemical processes ranging from fundamental physical chemistry to environmental and biochemical applications. Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) is one of many experimental probes for extracting structural and dynamical information in complex systems, and with paramagnetic nuclear spin relaxation, the environment around paramagnetic ions can be investigated in detail.

At Stockholm university, research groups from the Department of Physics and from the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry join in an effort to pursue theoretical studies of paramagnetic relaxation of lanthanide ions in aqueous solution and chelate complexes. This effort is part of a new FP7 – PEOPLE Marie Curie Initial Training Network "pNMR" aimed at the development and application of new NMR techniques, notably involving paramagnetic metal ions, for the analysis of structure and dynamics of a wide class of molecules and materials.

The Department of Physics is an internationally lively research environment, situated in the AlbaNova University Center and has about 180 employees, 250 undergraduate students and 80 PhD students. For more information about the department, see www.fysik.su.se.

Project description

We seek to recruit a candidate for a PhD position in the investigation of molecular dynamics in relation to nuclear spin relaxation of paramagnetic ions in solution. In the project you will both use state-of-the-art quantum chemistry and molecular dynamics programs and write your own source code for simulations of the nuclear spin relaxation from first principles.

The aim of the project is to develop theoretical methods for extracting reliable information on molecular dynamics and structure in solution from experimental measurements of nuclear and electron spin relaxation of paramagnetic ions. This is of principle interest for understanding chemical processes in solution but also of importance e.g. for medical applications.

The project is financed as part of a Marie-Curie initial training network on paramagnetic relaxation combining 9 academic research groups and 4 collaborating industrial companies through out Europe. The studies will involve frequent exchange with research partners in Italy and Slovakia, and applications of the theoretical models to experimental measurements in Italy. For more information on the different projects within the network we refer to the pNMR web-site: www.pnmr.eu.

Requirements

The possibility exists to register as a PhD student in either Physics OR Chemical Physics in the Department of Physics at Stockholm University. Physics students should have studied at least four years at a University and have the equivalent of a BSc in Physics. To register for a PhD in Chemical Physics requires either the equivalent of a BSc in Physics or in Chemistry. These studies must include advanced courses in physics/chemistry during one year and an advanced degree project (a detailed description of one in progress may suffice). We seek a candidate with analytical capacity and good English skills.

Applicants must have less than 4 years research experience (defined from the end of a first degree), and must NOT have resided or carried their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Sweden for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to recruitment. The pNMR network is committed to equal opportunities, and encourages applications from Minority Group Members and Women.

Terms of employment

A PhD education is four years (48 months). The 4-year PhD program includes at least 3 years of research and at most one year of course work. The position may be extended up to 1 year if up to 20 % teaching assistance or administration is included in the contract. The PhD fellowship is at approximately € 57 000 per year, including mobility allowance, for three years and is subject to the host country tax deductions. Depending on to which extent the applicant's prior education fulfils the course requirements, a fourth year is funded according to standard salaries for PhD students ("doktorandanställning") at the Department of Physics.

As with all projects within the pNMR network, the PhD studies will include a research secondment at other partner institutions (6 months in Italy and 3 months in Slovakia). Integral to the research-based training programme is the series of workshops, practical training courses, international conferences, and outreach actions, located at the different sites.

Information

For further information, please contact Michael Odelius, odelius@fysik.su.se, or Jozef Kowalewski, jozef.kowalewski@mmk.su.se. Details, and the complete list of open positions within the pNMR network, can be found on the Jobs section of www.pnmr.eu.

Union representatives 

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone +46-(0)8-16 2000 (switch board), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone +46-(0)70-316 43 41, and the PhD student representative,do@sus.su.se.

Application

Applications should include a letter of intent describing your motivation for applying, a CV including information on previous education, a copy of the master thesis (or "examensarbete"), other documents supporting the applicants competence and suitability for the position, and address, telephone number and e-mail of two reference persons. The application can be written in English or Swedish. Evaluations will be based on results on University courses, quality of master's thesis (or "examensarbete"), references, interviews and the letter of intent.

The application should be labelled with the reference number 

SU 402-0020-13, and should be received no later than 31th March 2013. E-mail your application to Gorica Nikolic, gorica.nikolic@fysik.su.se, with the subject line SU 402-0020-13.

(We also ask the applicant to inform the coordinator of the pNMR network by sending the application documents to guido.pintacuda@ens-lyon.fr.)

Application Deadline : 31 March 2013

Germany : Post Doc with Management Role

You will work in a European Project in the Transportation domain with leading scientists in the field of Human-Machine Interaction and with experts from the Transportation Industry. The position foresees to co-lead the international team of 31 industrial and research organisations incl. companies like EADS, BOSCH, Honeywell, Philips, Lufthansa and ATOS. The objective of the project is to research a new methodology for human-centred design of adaptive cooperative human-machine systems based on modelling techniques including human models. An essential part of the project is to collect and formalize the requirements of the industrial partners for such a new methodology. The methodology will then be defined, implemented and evaluated based on human-machine systems in four domains: Aeronautics, Automotive, Control Rooms and Health. Due to the diversity of these domains we foresee commonalities as well as substantial differences in the methodological requirements. As a consequence!  different domain dependent versions of the methodology are planned.

You will act as Project Manager and will contribute to the requirements engineering and development of the new methodology.

Objective

The OFFIS Research Division Transportation has an open position for a post doc researcher on a full-time basis available immediately. The position is for 3 years with an optional extension up to 5 years.

Requirements

You should be highly motivated and possess the competence to lead a team of researchers. You should enjoy facing interdisciplinary challenges. As an application-oriented researcher you are interested in communicating and cooperating with industrial partners.

We expect an outstanding M.Sc. or Diploma in Computer Science, Cognitive Psychology or a related discipline. An interest in, and preferably experience with, either Cognitive Science, Human Factors, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development and/or Assistance Systems are essential. The position has a strong focus on the management of the project including contribution to defined research tasks. For this position a completed doctoral thesis and experience in leading research teams is required.

What we offer

OFFIS is located in Oldenburg (north western Germany) - a dynamic university city with a distinct sense of personality and a unique quality of life offering many cultural and free time possibilities. Oldenburg is located near Bremen and Hamburg with the North Sea only few kilometres away. OFFIS is an institute for information technology with an international focus. For our employees, we offer a professionally and socially attractive working environment. As an academic institute, we have in cooperation with the University excellent opportunities for the development of professional and personal skills in a scientific environment. The salary will depend on the qualifications and performance.

Contact

Questions concerning the job will be gladly answered by:

Dr. Andreas Lüdtke, Group Manager HMI (tel: +49 (0) 441 9722-530, andreas.luedtke [ A T ] offis.de)

Please submit your application incl. the usual documents to: bewerbung [ A T ] offis.de

Application Deadline : 31 March 2013

New Zealand : Victoria Master’s [by thesis] Scholarships

Master’s [by thesis] scholarships for international students at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. Thirty scholarships are offered, consisting of a $15,000 stipend, plus domestic fees. Scholarships are available for international students to pursue research at masters level at Victoria university. Only those students enrolled solely for a 90 point thesis are eligible to apply. Application deadline is November 1, 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are offered for the courses offered by the Victoria University of Wellington.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing  research at Masters level at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Scholarship Provider: Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Eligibility:
To encourage research at Masters level at Victoria university. Only those students enrolled solely for a 90 point thesis are eligible to apply. In some cases this will be Part 2 of a two-year Master’s degree and will usually have the course code 591. Students who are enrolled in Master’s degree programmes that have thesis or research components of less than 90 points, or who elect not to enrol for the solely by thesis option, but instead enrol in taught courses, internships, performance, portfolio, practicum, or other programme options, are eligible to apply for the Victoria Graduate Scholarships. Creative Writing candidates are eligible to apply for the Master’s [by thesis] Scholarship.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: For the purpose of encouraging postgraduate research at Victoria, the University offers scholarships to students about to commence a full-time, research-focussed Master’s degree. Over thirty scholarships shall be offered, consisting of a $15,000 stipend, plus domestic fees. International students, other than those from Australia will be liable to pay the difference between the full international student fee and the domestic fee.
Number of award(s): 30 Scholarships are offered by the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one year.
What does it cover? $15,000 Plus domestic tuition fees.
Selection criteria: Scholarships shall be awarded solely on the basis of academic merit by the University Scholarships Committee, a sub-committee of the University Research Committee.
Notification: All offers for Victoria Master’s Scholarships will be made in late December of the year of application. Some applicants may be placed on a reserve list and will not be finally notified of the success or otherwise of their applications until as late as the end of February of the following year. If you are unsuccessful you may be notified by email only. Please provide a clearly written email address if available.
How to Apply: Applications for these scholarships must be made on the forms obtainable from the top of this page or from the Scholarships Office.
Referees statements: A template form for referees is available from this link http://www.victoria.ac.nz/home/admisenrol/payments/scholarships/publications/postgraduate-scholarships-referee-form.pdf -please make this available to your referees. Reference stements should be submitted directly to the Scholarships Office by the referees. This may be by email only if they are sent from a verifiable institutional email address.
It is important that you submit ONLY the documentation requested on the application form available from the link above, additional information will not be circulated to selection panels. Application forms and supporting documents should be sent to:
Scholarships Office
Research Office
10 Kelburn Parade
Victoria University of Wellington
PO Box 600
Wellington, New Zealand

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline is November 1, 2013.

UK : Research Associate Position in Experimental Mineral Phyiscs

NERC offers postdoctoral research associate position at the departments of Earth Sciences and Chemistry in UCL. The position is offered in the field of Experimental Mineral Phyiscs. The post is funded for the period of three years with £32,375 – £39,132 per annum salary. Applicants applying for the position will have a PhD, or thesis submitted and subject to examination, in the earth sciences, phyiscs or a related physical science.  The position is for the experimental component of the project and is funded by NERC.
Study Subject(s): The position is offered in the field of  Experimental Mineral Phyiscs at the departments of Earth Sciences and Chemistry in UCL. The project aims to determine the water content of the Earth’s mantle through concurrent electrical conductivity and infra-red absorption spectroscopy measurements of silicate minerals at high pressures and temperatures in the diamond anvil cell.  The observed dependence of electricla conductivity on water content will be used in inversions of the observed geomagnetic response function to constrain water content in the upper mantle and transition zone.
Course Level: This position is available for pursuing postdoctoral research programme.
Scholarship Provider: NERC
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK
Eligibility: -Applicants will have a PhD, or thesis submitted and subject to examination, in the Earth sciences, phyiscs or a related physical science.  An independent research reputation with high quality publications and a strong background in diamond-anvil cell experimentation are essential.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The UK students can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate position. The successful applicant will work with strong and vibrant groups within the departments of Earth Sciences and Chemistry in UCL.The project aims to determine the water content of the Earth’s mantle through concurrent electrical conductivity and infra-red absorption spectroscopy measurements of silicate minerals at high pressures and temperatures in the diamond anvil cell.  The observed dependence of electricla conductivity on water content will be used in inversions of the observed geomagnetic response function to constrain water content in the upper mantle and transition zone.  The position is for the experimental component of the project.
Number of awards: Not Known
Duration of awards: The position is offered for the period of three years.
What does it cover: A salary of  £32,375 – £39,132 per annum will be awarded.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The last date to submit the form is April 19, 2013.

UK : UCL Research Associate Position at Biomedical Optics Research Laboratory

University College London is offering research associate electronic engineer position at Biomedical Optics Research Laboratory (BORL) based within the UCL Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering. The position funded by EPSRC is offered for the period of two years with a salary of £32,375 – £39,132 per annum. Applicants applying for the position should have PhD in electronic engineering is highly desirable, although exceptional candidates without a PhD will also be considered where sufficient skills and experience can be demonstrated. The purpose of this post is to play a major role in the development and evaluation of this novel multimodal imaging system.
Study Subject(s): Funding is awarded to develop a novel brain imaging system with combined optical topography and electroencephalography (EEG) capabilities. The system will be both wearable and wireless, and used to monitor cerebral oxygenation, haemodynamics and metabolism in a wide range of applications including acute brain injury and brain computer interfacing. UCL is seeking an electronic engineer to join their team – to help design, build and test the new instrument in both the laboratory and the clinic.
Course Level: This position is available for pursuing Research programme.
Scholarship Provider: EPSRC
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK
Eligibility:- A PhD in electronic engineering is highly desirable, although exceptional candidates without a PhD will also be considered where sufficient skills and experience can be demonstrated. Candidates from an industrial background with no academic research experience are also encouraged to apply. No prior knowledge of optical imaging is necessary, but good electronic engineering skills and experience are essential.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The UK students can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The Biomedical Optics Research Laboratory (BORL) based within the UCL Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering is an internationally recognised, multidisciplinary group developing novel optical methods for monitoring and imaging the healthy and injured brain. We have recently been awarded funding from the EPRSC to develop a novel brain imaging system with combined optical topography and electroencephalography (EEG) capabilities. The system will be both wearable and wireless, and used to monitor cerebral oxygenation, haemodynamics and metabolism in a wide range of applications including acute brain injury and brain computer interfacing. The purpose of this post is to play a major role in the development and evaluation of this novel multimodal imaging system. UCL is seeking an electronic engineer to join their team – to help design, build and test the new instrument in both the laboratory and the clinic. Clinical collaborators include the Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, (UCLH), and the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability in Putney.
Number of awards: UCL is offering a research associate position for an electronic engineer.
Duration of awards: The position is offered for the period of two years.
What does it cover: A salary of £32,375 – £39,132 per annum will be awarded.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The last date to submit the form is April 3, 2013.

UK : Studentship in Quantum Information at University College London

University College London (UCL) offers PhD studentship in the field of quantum information. The position is offered for the period of 3 years and will be awarded stipend of £15,590 per annum. The post is only open to UK/EU citizens. Applicants applying for the Studentship should have an excellent first degree in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Computer Science or Mathematics (first class or its international equivalent).
Study Subject(s): Studentship is offered in the field of quantum information.
Course Level: This Studentship is available for pursuing PhD degree level at University College London, UK.
Scholarship Provider:  University College London (UCL)
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:  Applicants should have an excellent first degree in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Computer Science or Mathematics (first class or its international equivalent).  The post is only open to UK/EU citizens.
Scholarship Open for International Students: PhD Studentship is only open to UK/EU citizens.
Scholarship Description: The Graduate Student will pursue research on adiabatic quantum computation/quantum annealing by performing numerical and analytical tests of associated concepts, as well collecting data using the D-Wave Systems Josephson junction device-based platform. The starting point will be to perform test experiments on the USC/Lockheed Martin D-Wave machine in Los Angeles, interrogating the accessible variables to determine the nature of the statistical sampling for the model problems of interacting spins which the processors directly implement. After successful completion of this phase of the project, the student will shift to implementing the solution of a problem of current interest in physics or biomedicine on a machine with a Josephson junction array architecture. The work will be carried out in collaboration with the group of Prof Aeppli and his broader network of experimental and theoretical colleagues, and could also entail experiments on other quantum systems in LCN laboratories and external user facilities.
Number of Awards: Not known
Duration of Awards: PhD Studentship is offered for 3 years.
What does it cover? £15,590 per annum is offered as  a stipend.
How to Apply: PhD application forms can be downloaded or completed online at: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study  under ‘How to Apply’.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted till 22 Mar 2013.

Australia : Previous Scholarship | Next Scholarship Michael Kasprowicz Indian Scholarship at University of Queensland

University of Queensland offers the Michael Kasprowicz Scholarship for Indian Students. The scholarship is offered for master’s programs in business, economics, law and tourism at University of Queensland. Scholarships provide 50% tuition fee waiver for up to 3 semesters and are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and attract applicants from some of the best universities in India. The last date to submit the form is April 30, 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarship is offered in Business, Economics, Law and Tourism programs excluding the MBA.
Course Level: This scholarship for Indian students is available for pursuing master’s degree level at University of Queensland.
Scholarship Provider: University of Queensland
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: -Citizens of India who normally reside in India.
-Students who have applied to UQ and who have received an unconditional offer for a relevant postgraduate Masters program.
-Students who will commence their programs at UQ in 2013.
-The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and high achieving students are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Indian students can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Michael Kasprowicz is a former Australian test cricketer; he is also a UQ MBA student. The Michael Kasprowicz Scholarship is a 50 percent tuition fee waiver for students who undertake an approved coursework masters program in business, economics, law or tourism at UQ. Scholarships for Indian students is awarded on the basis of academic excellence and attract applicants from some of the best universities in India.
Number of awards: Not known
Duration of awards: Scholarship is awarded for 3 semesters.
What does it cover? Scholarship is a 50 percent tuition fee waiver.
How to Apply: Applications should be sent via e-mail or by post. Application Procedure is as follows:
-Lodge an official UQ postgraduate application form for international students to the International Office
-Receive a UQ Student ID Number
-Complete the Faculty of Business Economics and Law International Scholarship Application Form and submit via e-mail to scholarships-at-bel.uq.edu.au or by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The last date to submit the form is April 30, 2013.